Most people don’t wake up one morning and think, “Today feels like a great day to change jobs.”
Instead, the feeling creeps in slowly. A little frustration here. A little disengagement there.
Until one day you realize you’re no longer growing, you’re just surviving.
Here’s how to tell the difference between a rough patch and a real signal.
You’ve Stopped Learning
If you haven’t learned anything new in a year (no new skills, no stretch, no growth) it may be time to reassess.
Careers aren’t meant to be comfortable forever. They’re meant to evolve.
You’re Doing the Job Well, But You’re Not Excited Anymore
Burnout doesn’t always look like exhaustion. Sometimes it looks like indifference.
Your Values and the Company’s Direction No Longer Align
Companies change. Leadership changes. Priorities shift.
Outgrowing an environment doesn’t mean anyone failed.
You Feel Stuck, Not Challenged
Feeling stretched is healthy. Feeling stuck is not.
You’re Curious, Not Desperate
The best career moves are made from clarity, not panic.
Remember, exploring your options doesn’t mean you’re disloyal. It means you’re intentional.