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Forbes
31-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Knowing When It's Time To Walk Away From Your Job
Sherry Taylor is a Senior Regional Director and Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Leader. Deciding to leave your job is never easy, especially when you've invested years, built strong relationships and truly left your fingerprint on the business. But sometimes, staying too long can stall your growth, affect your well-being or limit your career potential. If you're wondering whether it's time to make a change, here are four key signs that may indicate it's time to move on. 1. You've outgrown the role ... and there's nowhere to grow. If you've mastered your current position and there are no meaningful growth opportunities on the horizon, it may be time to consider your next chapter. This doesn't just mean promotions or titles; think in terms of skill development, stretch assignments and mentorship. When learning plateaus and your ambitions are met with roadblocks instead of road maps, your potential is at risk of being stifled. At a prior company, I had worked my way up and was told I was ready for the next role once one became available. After several years passed, not only did the opportunity never come, but the company also began transitioning and less of those roles existed. My leader continued to support my development by giving me new challenges, exposure to senior leadership and excellent coaching. Those experiences pushed me to become a stronger leader, but I still found myself bored and unfulfilled in my role. This was one of the first signs that it was time to explore my options. 2. You no longer align with the company's culture or values. Workplaces evolve, and so do you. Sometimes, the culture you once loved can shift due to changes in leadership, business priorities or company growth. If you find yourself uncomfortable with the direction of the organization, disconnected from the mission or simply feeling like you no longer fit, that misalignment can take a toll on your motivation and overall well-being. I loved the people I worked with, believed in the direction we were heading and felt like I had a clear path to success. Then the business started to have a shift in culture. It seemed leadership didn't fully understand the challenges we faced or how we could realistically overcome them. When feedback was offered, it became clear they were not open to hearing it and were committed to a path that felt disconnected from the realities on the ground. That was the moment I realized the culture I had once loved was no longer the same, and I had to ask myself, 'Is this still the brand I fell in love with, or has it changed into something I no longer believe in?' 3. You dread Mondays (and every other workday). Everyone has tough days, but if thinking of work consistently makes you feel stress, anxiety or dread, it's a red flag. Emotional burnout, mental exhaustion or a toxic environment can quietly erode your health and self-esteem over time. Your job should challenge you—not drain you to the point of resentment. I dreaded going to work. Every day felt like a battle, and no matter how hard I fought for my team, it often felt futile. I began to dread team calls because I didn't feel I could be fully present. My store visits became mechanical. The energy and enthusiasm my team had come to expect from me was at an all-time low. The turning point came when a co-worker simply asked, 'Do you still love your job?' That question hit me hard, and I realized I didn't. I had been going through the motions, too consumed by the routine to recognize how unhappy I had become. 4. You're staying for the wrong reasons. Fear of the unknown, loyalty to your boss, a steady paycheck or the hope that things might eventually get better are common reasons people stay in unfulfilling roles. But staying in a job purely out of guilt or comfort can prevent you from pursuing opportunities that better align with your values and goals. This was the hardest realization for me. I loved my boss, my team, my peers—and I was happy with my compensation. I was a top performer and a go-to leader across the company. My brand was strong. I had worked so hard to get to that point, so the question became: Why would I leave now? But over time, it became clear that I was no longer showing up as my true, authentic self, and that wasn't fair to anyone. Walking away became an act of respect for the people I valued most. They deserved a leader who fully believed in the brand and its future, and I deserved the chance to find a place where I could fully show up again. Leaving a company doesn't mean you've failed; it can be one of the most courageous and growth-oriented decisions you ever make. If any of these signs resonate with you, it may be time to begin a thoughtful exploration of what's next. Sometimes, the best way to honor what you've built is to take a bold step forward. Growth begins when we're brave enough to ask: What's possible if I let go of what no longer serves me? Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders. Do I qualify?
Independent Singapore
11-06-2025
- Business
- Independent Singapore
‘Even S$2K/month salary is fine; I just need rest' — Security veteran hopes to switch jobs for better work-life balance
SINGAPORE: A 36-year-old Singaporean man with over 10 years of experience in the security industry is hoping to transition into a new line of work that offers more stability and a better work-life balance. In a post on the r/askSingapore subreddit on Tuesday (June 10), the man shared his personal struggles after more than a decade working in security. While the job has provided him with steady income over the years, he admitted that the physically demanding nature of the work, combined with long hours and irregular shifts, has left him feeling mentally and physically drained. 'I'm starting to feel tired and burnt out, especially with the long shifts and lack of weekend breaks,' he wrote. He also mentioned that he is now actively looking for a change, not necessarily something high-paying or glamorous, but a role that provides some form of work-life balance. Ideally, he hopes to find a full-time job that follows regular Monday-to-Friday working hours and offers weekends off so that he can rest and spend more time with loved ones. 'I'm not looking for a high-paying role—something around S$2,000/month is okay as long as it's stable. But I'd prefer not to sit in an office typing all day,' he shared. The man also clarified that he is not looking to go back to school or take on further studies, and would rather find something he can transition into using his current experience or with just basic training. At the end of his post, he reached out to the Reddit community for advice and recommendations, asking if anyone knew of jobs in Singapore that might fit what he's looking for. 'How about trying to go into building management?' In the comments, Redditors suggested that he consider jobs with similar responsibilities to security work, such as office or building receptionist roles. Some also recommended exploring positions in the healthcare sector—for example, customer service for visitor management and/or outpatient services, operating technicians, and hospital porters, noting that hospitals are often open to accommodating preferred working hours. See also New pay bump announced for part-time security officers Others questioned whether a $2,000 salary would be sustainable over time and encouraged him to look into slightly better-paying options. Private-hire driving or delivery gigs with platforms like Lalamove were also mentioned as flexible alternatives, though commenters pointed out that such roles typically lack benefits like CPF contributions, bonuses, or paid leave. One Redditor also proposed, 'How about trying to go into building management or facility management? Last heard, condo management paid more than S$2-3K. Most buildings/MNC-owned buildings would have facility management to handle matters relating to security and facilities.' Another added, 'There are plenty of security positions that fit your description in the airport.' In other news, a woman took to social media to share that she felt confused and 'lost' after her employer suddenly stopped communicating with her just as her probation period ended. In her post on the r/askSingapore subreddit on Monday (June 9), she explained that she had been working at the company for a little over three months, which marked the official end of her probation. However, there was no word from her employer about whether she had passed, and she was left hanging with no clarity about her future at the company. Read more: 'Lost at work due to lots of mind games' — Worker says her employer cut off her contact after probation for being sick Featured image by freepik (for illustration purposes only)
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Budgeting for burnout: How much you need in case you're laid off
Feeling burnt out in your current job or struggling after getting laid off? Money Saving and Budgeting Expert Andrea Woroch is here to help, sitting down with Wealth's Allie Canal to talk more about how to budget effectively and curb your spending if you're thinking about quitting your job, just lost your job, or are transitioning between jobs. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Wealth here. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CBS News
06-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
New center in Delaware County opens to help former Crozer Health employees find new jobs
It's been a tough time for the 2,651 employees laid off when Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, shut down. California-based Prospect Medical Holdings, which owns both hospitals, went bankrupt. The state and county are now offering resources to help employees find new jobs. The Crozer Transition Center, located on the first floor of the Chester Police Department, opened this week. The center helps people update their resumes, file for unemployment and secure medical insurance. "It's really a one-stop shop for individuals who are looking for potential locations to re-employ," Monica Taylor, president of Delaware County Council, said. The transition center will be open 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for up to three months. Kate McGeever, executive director of the Delaware County Workforce Development Board, said that could be extended. "What we've learned in the first couple days is that a lot of Crozer workers have been with Crozer for a long time," McGeever said. "So those are folks who probably don't have a fresh resume who maybe haven't been on a job interview in a while, so we want to help them shine." Michael Winston, a married father of 12, was among dozens of former Crozer Health employees who came to the transition center Tuesday. He spent nine months working as a custodian in the emergency department at Crozer-Chester Medical Center. "Usually, you come to a place like this, you be there half a day," Winston said. "I wasn't even there 45 minutes. So they were super helpful." Winston has been hitting roadblocks while filing for unemployment benefits. "If you're not really savvy with a computer, it's hard," Winston said. Pennsylvania CareerLink Delaware County is hosting a job fair for former Crozer employees on May 13 at Subaru Park. More than 190 employers are expected to attend, and some will be doing on-the-spot interviews.
