Is It Time For You To Change Jobs? Will This Make Your Life Better?

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I’m 30 years old and I can’t imagine myself doing the same job my whole life. Sometimes I dream of simple things like working with flowers. I keep this idea in the back of my head; becoming a florist would one day be a great adventure! Because yes, changing jobs isn’t impossible! Sometimes we get bored of our everyday routine, we don’t identify with what we do anymore, we no longer like our job, etc. So many reasons can lead to a career change!

Is It Time For You To Change Jobs? Will This Make Your Life Better?
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The reasons for a career change

The desire to change jobs arises for several reasons. Routine mainly! Depending on our daily lives, we may want to reconnect to a job with strong values that push us to excel. However, it’s important not to leave on a whim overnight. You must think carefully about this career change and identify the reasons for this desire. As for me, I’m not there yet! I’m happy in my career as I have two jobs, as an employee and self-employed.

āš ļø It’s important to be aware of the signals that show us that our current job no longer makes us happy.

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Recognize when you need to change jobs

There are clearly signs that don’t lie when you’re fed up with your job. So to get your career back on track, you need to be able to recognize them. Here is a non-exhaustive list that can set alarm bells ringing:

  • You feel recurrent stress when you have to go to work
  • You try to leave work as early as possible
  • You’re no longer motivated
  • You procrastinate
  • You’re in a rather bad mood.
  • You’re jealous when others tell you about their fulfillment at work
  • You fantasize about other jobs.

All these elements can be signs that prove that your unconscious is telling you ā€œSTOPā€. You must listen to yourself to realize that your job doesn’t fulfil you anymore. This may be frightening, but it’s so you feel better in your head and in your life, that’s why it’s vital to pinpoint exactly what you really like.

Can a new job change your life?

When you are well-established in your job, habits take over. You end up knowing your assignments and your environment by heart and, after a while, everything becomes mechanical. Some people take pleasure in this quiet and reassuring routine, while others need something new at some point in their careers. So, having a new job or reorienting yourself changes the game, and puts a little grain of salt in this well-oiled machine. Missions, workplace, or colleagues, you leave your comfort zone, which reveals some of your qualities or skills that you did not suspect (or no longer). Then, you realize that you adapt rather well, that you are operational, and especially that you take pleasure in the change. In short, this job is an opportunity to regain confidence in yourself and in your many abilities. This is a very important parameter in your life to feel fulfilled. Having a new job is a bit like having a whole new world open up to you. You are on the lookout for all this renewal, which feels good.

How to find the right career path for you:

How do you know what job you like?

Some people already know what job they would do if they were to change careers, like me, who is thinking of becoming a florist one day. Nevertheless, this isn’t the case for everyone! Sometimes, you just realize that you don’t want to carry on working in the sector you’ve always been in. You have to take stock of what you want and what you don’t want to do anymore.

šŸ’¼ Moreover, doing a skills assessment is a good way to find out your skills and know-how.

Find what makes you tick

Many people who’ve changed jobs say they felt uncomfortable, that they didn’t fit in. It’s already very positive to realize this. So, in order to know what job, you might like, you must ask yourself what is essential for you. It’s the principle of Ikigai, a Japanese philosophy that allows you to find your reason for living. Once you’ve done this, there will be obvious things that jump out at you!

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Is it the right time to change jobs?

Changing jobs after the pandemic?

It’s perfectly normal to ask yourself whether it’s the right time to change jobs. We know that 75% of workers have seen their mental health deteriorate with the onset of Covid-19… Admittedly, it’s not an ideal period to make a 180° change in your career path. But there is hope, some people have even begun a new job working from home. Recruitment is still going on! The most important thing is to find out about the sector of activity you want to work in to make sure you don’t mess up your career change.

āœˆļø For example, working in the travel industry at the moment is rather tricky… But the good news is that the situation won’t last forever! It gives you time to prepare your career change plans.

Changing jobs at the age of 40 or 50?

There’s no ideal age to change careers. You can do it at 30 or 50! The main thing is to know what you want, to listen to your instincts, and to surround yourself with people! Indeed, professionals can help you with your plans to change career, so you can do it in the best conditions. Age is in the mind, what’s important is motivation! We must always be in agreement with ourselves and leave our anxiety of anticipation to one side to be able to move forward and have a go. Trust yourself!

Editor’s note: Get help!

There’s a world of difference between wanting to make a life or career change and actually doing it! Getting help from a coach specialized in career changes is the best option. Together, you will analyze the situation and prepare for the future. Taking the plunge, stepping out of your comfort zone and leaving behind your habits requires a good dose of courage and preparation. Don’t go it alone.

šŸ¤— Understand yourself, accept yourself, be happy... Let’s do it here and now!

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