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Let’s be honest, most people don’t have the luxury of just walking away from a job that’s not working for them. Bills still have to be paid, family responsibilities don’t disappear, and opportunities for a career change don’t always show up overnight. But this doesn’t mean you have to stay stuck or suffer in silence. Career help is available.
If you’re currently in a job that feels more like a trap than a step forward, there are likely warning signs you’ve been ignoring or pushing through. The problem is, those red flags often get louder with time, and harder to fix if left unaddressed.
When you need career help in your current job
Here are 10 red flags signaling it’s time to get some help with your current career situation:
1. You can’t seem to balance your workload.
You’re buried under your tasks, and perhaps even the tasks of two people when picking up the slack of someone who’s been laid off. No matter how many hours you put in, your to-do list just keeps growing. You’re burning out, and fast. Does this sound familiar?
2. You’re bored or have lost passion for what you do.
Every day feels like Groundhog Day. The spark in your work is gone, and now you’re just going through the motions. I’ve felt this before, and I’m sure I’m not the only one.
3. You don’t feel challenged or aren’t growing your skills.
You’re stagnant and so is your skill set. You’ve outgrown your role, but nothing is being done to help you level up.
4. You feel unprepared for your annual review.
You’re not sure how to communicate your wins, or even what those wins are. And the thought of being judged for a year’s worth of work in 30 minutes is stressing you out.
5. It’s been way too long since you’ve had a pay raise.
Raises seem to go to everyone but you, even though you’re pulling your weight (and maybe even someone else’s too). You know you deserve more and should ask for more, but don’t know how to bring it up to your supervisor.
6. You’ve been passed over for a promotion. Again.
You’re ready for the next level, but leadership doesn’t see it. Or worse, they’re not even looking. You need to get their attention but don’t know how.
7. Your goals or values have shifted.
The things which mattered to you when you first took this job don’t align with where you are now. Both your professional and your personal goals have changed at this stage in your life. Or, you’re not even sure anymore what your goals are.
8. You’re trying to make the best of a bad situation, but it’s wearing you down.
You’ve told yourself to “just stick it out,” but each day chips away at your energy and confidence. You’re drained and you’re struggling to stay positive. I’ve also experienced this.
9. You don’t know how to get unstuck.
You’ve updated your resume, even checked out several job boards, but you still feel lost and unsure about how to move forward.
10. You’re unsure how to talk to your boss about any of this.
You don’t want to sound like a complainer or put a target on your back. You just want things to get better, but you don’t know how to start the conversation.
You’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate this alone either.
If even one of these red flags hit close to home, it might be time to consider some career help. But don’t worry, this isn’t about pressuring you to quit your job or make a huge leap you’re not ready for.
I’ve helped clients make the most of their current work situations while building a smart and sustainable plan for what’s next, and I can do the same for you. This includes:
- Coaching you through difficult conversations
- Helping you advocate for yourself at work
- Supporting you through goal changes
- Equipping you with tools to handle burnout and stagnation
You don’t have to dive in all at once. Just start with this one easy step: schedule your complimentary consultation by filling out the paNASH intake form. Completing the form does not obligate you in any way.
Your livelihood and your sanity are too important to ignore the red flags. You deserve support, strategy, and a sense of direction, right now, not “someday.” Let’s get you unstuck.
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- How to Know When It’s Time to Get Career Help
- 6 Ways to Keep Your Job From Feeling Like Groundhog Day
- You Have a Decent Job, but Should You Stay or Should You Go?
- How to Know if Your Burnout Is Killing You
- Get Unstuck! How to Know When It’s Time to Invest in a Career Coach
Stay tuned for forthcoming tips and advice on how to thrive in your current job.
