Time for a new job

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The reason why you’re not moving when you know you should, is because you’re listening to the voice of fear, rather than the voice of strength. You need to acknowledge your fear, but not let it stop you, and connect with the strong impulse in you that knows you can get something better.

4 signs it’s time to leave your job, and why you’re not

You’ve outgrown your job

Voice of fear – says you know you can do your job blindfolded, but if you step out of your comfort zone, you may not be able to handle what’s out thereVoice of strength – says yes, I’ve outgrown my job and the skills that I’ve learned will help me in whatever move I make, what I don’t know I can delegate or learn

Management is abusive

Voice of fear – people shouldn’t talk to me in the way they do, but they’re so stressed out, they don’t realize what they’re saying. I can be the bigger person and take it.Voice of strength – under no circumstances can anyone treat me in an abusive way. Even though it might be tight financial times, I can find another situation that is better than this, even though I might not know what is out there.

You’re being pigeon-holed

Voice of fear – maybe they’re right that what I’m suggesting will not work out; it’s never been tested. I’ll sit back and do what I’ve done, whether it’s working or not.Voice of strength – I’ve offered many suggestions on how to do things differently and better. I see myself as an innovator, but I’m boxed in here. I can find another situation which will appreciate my thinking out of the box.

Your original supporters are no longer there

Voice of fear – I don’t have the sponsors or the mentors that I had in the past. There have been so many changes, many people have left the company. Voice of strength –I don’t agree with the new management team and where the business is going. In order for me to survive, I’d have to keep my thoughts quiet. I know it’s time to move on, and I’ll start networking. 

 

- Helene Lerner

 

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