{"id":504524,"date":"2026-10-12T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-12T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/blog\/?p=504524"},"modified":"2026-09-16T21:18:49","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T01:18:49","slug":"9-glaring-signs-its-time-to-look-for-a-new-job","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/blog\/telecommuting-job-search-help\/9-glaring-signs-its-time-to-look-for-a-new-job\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Glaring Signs It&#8217;s Time to Look for a New Job"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Signs it may be time to look for a new job include<\/strong> limited growth, workplace stress, lack of recognition, job insecurity, and a need for greater flexibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You don\u2019t have to quit immediately when a job stops working for you.<\/strong> Starting your search while employed can give you time to find an opportunity that\u2019s a better fit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>If fully remote work better matches your priorities and lifestyle,<\/strong> looking for a new job can be an opportunity to find the flexibility you need.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All of us experience job dissatisfaction from time to time. Maybe you\u2019ve even had one of those Sunday nights when you start dreading Monday before the weekend is technically over. But how do you know when you\u2019re just going through a rough patch \u2014 and when it\u2019s actually time to throw in the proverbial towel and look for a new job?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s an especially tricky question when the job market feels uncertain. Between layoffs, shifting employer priorities, increased competition for open roles, and changing expectations around remote and flexible work, staying put can sometimes feel like the safer choice. Even when you\u2019re not particularly happy where you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And that\u2019s when job search paralysis can set in. How long should you wait before looking for a new job? What if you leave and discover the grass really isn\u2019t greener? There\u2019s no way to eliminate all the risk that comes with making a career change. But there are signs that can help you recognize when it may be time to move on \u2014 and make that decision with a little more confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-is-now-a-good-time-to-look-for-a-new-job\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is Now a Good Time to Look for a New Job?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, is now actually a good time to look for a new job? The answer isn\u2019t a simple yes or no. As of August 2026, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/news.release\/empsit.htm\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/news.release\/empsit.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the U.S. unemployment rate sits at 4.1%<\/a>, and millions of job openings remain available. At the same time, hiring has slowed in some areas, and competition can be tough depending on your industry and the type of role you\u2019re seeking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That doesn\u2019t mean you should stay in a job that no longer works for you. It just means you may want to be strategic about your next move. If you\u2019re currently employed, starting your job search before handing in your notice can give you more time to find the right opportunity without the added pressure of needing to replace your paycheck right away. Think of it less as jumping ship and more as quietly checking to see whether there\u2019s a better boat out there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_4c68e8ab-0195-4126-ab58-abd1cd0fdeae\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px; \">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/remote-career-center\/overview\/leaving+stories%3a+during+the+hiring+process%2c+learn+to+positively+explain+why+your+last+job+ended-114\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_LeavingStories-Registration281080x108029.webp 540w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_LeavingStories-Registration281080x108029-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_LeavingStories-Registration281080x108029-80x80.webp 80w\" sizes=\"60vw\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_LeavingStories-Registration281080x108029.png\" alt=\"How to explain why your last job ended during the hiring process - Free Career Coaching Session\" class=\"wp-image-501409\" style=\"width:300px;height:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_LeavingStories-Registration281080x108029.png 540w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_LeavingStories-Registration281080x108029-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_LeavingStories-Registration281080x108029-80x80.png 80w\" sizes=\"60vw\"><\/picture><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/remote-career-center\/overview\/leaving+stories%3a+during+the+hiring+process%2c+learn+to+positively+explain+why+your+last+job+ended-114\">How to Positively Explain Your End-of-Job Experience \u2013 Watch a Free Virtual Vocations Coaching Session<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_c439fcc1-41d9-441e-9d2d-5b38248db533\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px; \">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-signs-it-s-time-to-get-a-new-job\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Signs It\u2019s Time to Get a New Job<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Given the current economic uncertainties, it\u2019s important to make sure that a job change is not only beneficial but necessary. Examine this list of signs that it\u2019s time to find a new job and see how many fit your current employment situation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-there-s-nowhere-to-grow-via-pay-or-position\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span class=\"orangecolor\">1.<\/span> There\u2019s Nowhere to Grow Via Pay or Position<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have hit a pay ceiling and have no promotion possibilities, you may be feeling restless. With the rising cost of living, you may also need a pay increase that your current employer simply can\u2019t offer. Changing jobs can sometimes provide an opportunity to negotiate a higher salary, particularly if your pay has stalled in your current role. In addition, ambitious types are not content when there is no way to advance or learn new skills. If this sounds like you, it\u2019s probably a good time to look for new job opportunities if you are feeling held back. Whether it\u2019s because of your role, the size of your company, or a lack of support for professional development, a job with no advancement opportunities is a good reason to look for your next career step.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-button ub-buttons align-button-center orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap\"  id=\"ub-button-5020d68a-618f-48e9-b513-90262bce89fc\" style=\"gap: 20px; \"><div class=\"ub-button-container\" >\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/q-remote-jobs.html\" style=\"border-radius: 60px;--ub-button-background-color: #0f72b5; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #b34101; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; \" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ub-button-block-main ub-button-medium ub-button-flex-medium\" role=\"button\">\n            <div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row;\"><span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\"><strong>Click Here to Search Latest Remote Jobs<\/strong><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/a>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-toxic-work-culture\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span class=\"orangecolor\">2.<\/span> Toxic Work Culture<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Research has shown that a toxic work culture can be a powerful reason employees decide to leave a job. A <a href=\"https:\/\/sloanreview.mit.edu\/article\/toxic-culture-is-driving-the-great-resignation\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sloanreview.mit.edu\/article\/toxic-culture-is-driving-the-great-resignation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">study conducted by MIT<\/a> found that toxic workplace culture was 10.4 times more powerful than compensation in predicting a company\u2019s attrition rate. MIT researchers found the top three contributions to toxic cultures were a failure to promote diversity and inclusion, workers feeling disrespected, and unethical behavior. If this is your reason for wanting to quit, it\u2019s a good one, but don\u2019t think that just by changing companies or industries you can get away from it, as this is a problem that transcends both. Before you change jobs, make sure to do your homework, or you could find yourself in a similar situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-layoffs-are-coming\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span class=\"orangecolor\">3.<\/span> Layoffs Are Coming<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Layoffs and workforce reductions can happen in any economy, but if your company starts showing signs of trouble, it\u2019s worth paying attention. Maybe you\u2019re hearing about budget cuts, hiring freezes, restructuring, or positions that aren\u2019t being filled when employees leave. Those signals don\u2019t necessarily mean your job is in danger, but they can be a good reason to dust off your resume and start exploring your options. Job insecurity and company reorganizations cause employee turnover 3.5 times more than pay, according to the MIT researchers. While it\u2019s a good idea to get your ducks in a row, make sure you don\u2019t jump ship too early. Unless you have a crystal ball, you don\u2019t know if your position will be affected. In addition, you might miss a sweet severance package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_ec3d3134-d33e-4690-af03-779bf233c7f7\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px; \">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/remote-career-center\/overview\/preparing+for+a+layoff%3a+how+to+get+ready+%26+quickly+find+a+new+remote+job-111\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"60vw\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-501408\" style=\"width:300px;height:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029-80x80.png 80w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_PreparingforaLayoff-Registration281080x108029.png 1080w\" sizes=\"60vw\"><\/picture><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/remote-career-center\/overview\/preparing+for+a+layoff%3a+how+to+get+ready+%26+quickly+find+a+new+remote+job-111\">How to Get Ready for a Layoff and Quickly Find a Remote Job \u2014 Watch a Virtual Vocations Coaching Session With Your Free Subscription<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_98a2ea7d-d6cc-4b40-a67b-3cef0b16c8ad\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px; \">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-4-your-great-ideas-are-not-recognized\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span class=\"orangecolor\">4.<\/span> Your Great Ideas Are Not Recognized<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another element that eclipsed compensation in MIT\u2019s study was the failure of an employer to recognize positive and negative performance. Their research found employees are almost three times more likely to quit if an employer fails to notice low performers or fails to recognize high performance with higher pay. The lack of recognition applied with both informal and financial recognition, too. So, if this is why you want to quit, you\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-5-no-promotions-for-you\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span class=\"orangecolor\">5.<\/span> No Promotions for You!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes when you\u2019re passed over for a promotion, it\u2019s for a good reason. Someone else was clearly better qualified or was next in line, or has a particular skill or talent that is needed. However, sometimes the reason is not so clear. If you can\u2019t get a straight answer as to why you were passed over, you might need to dig deeper. There may be a reason they are not telling you, but that will ice any future promotional opportunities with your current employer. Maybe they want a specific degree or background experience that you don\u2019t have. Regardless, if your employer doesn\u2019t see you as the future, then you should seek out a new employer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-6-you-are-not-aligned-with-your-company-s-values\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span class=\"orangecolor\">6.<\/span> You Are Not Aligned With Your Company\u2019s Values<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether your company has changed or you have, sometimes an employer and employee just drift apart. Breaking up can be hard to do, but if the vision, mission, and goals of your employer are no longer reflective of your personal value system, it might be time to go. We all want to feel part of something greater than ourselves, and if your job doesn\u2019t do it for you, you might want to apply with a company where you feel like you are contributing to something you can believe in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-7-nbsp-work-stress-keeps-you-awake-at-night\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span class=\"orangecolor\">7.<\/span>&nbsp;Work Stress Keeps You Awake at Night<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The causes of work stress are myriad. It might be an unpleasant coworker, a difficult project, overwork, too much responsibility, lack of autonomy, and so on. Regardless of the source or sources of your work stress, it\u2019s important to recognize it when you are feeling negative effects. Especially when your work stress starts to cause you lose sleep, argue with family members, or get physically sick. If you are suffering from this type of stress, it\u2019s time to get out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-8-you-need-more-flexibility\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span class=\"orangecolor\">8.<\/span> You Need More Flexibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Flexibility can be a major factor in whether a job still fits your life. Maybe your employer has changed its remote work policy, increased the number of required days in the office, or eliminated remote work altogether. Or perhaps you\u2019ve simply realized that fully remote work is what works best for you. Your needs and priorities matter, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your current work arrangement no longer gives you the flexibility you need, that may be a sign it\u2019s time to look for a new job. Whether you want more control over where you work, need greater flexibility for responsibilities outside of work, or simply prefer working from home, a fully remote position could be a better fit. If so, it may be time to start your new remote job search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_536f7451-53a9-4f1e-b79a-cdea13984385\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px; \">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"60vw\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-613502\" style=\"width:322px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080-80x80.png 80w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2026\/10\/VirtualVocations_CareerCoaching_MakingTimetoJobSearch_WatchtheRecording_1080x1080.png 1080w\" sizes=\"60vw\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/remote-career-center\/overview\/making+time+to+job+search%3a+working+full-time+and+avoiding+job+search+burnout-78\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Job Search While Working Full-Time \u2014 Watch a Group Career Coaching Session With Your Free Subscription Plan<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_61fccecd-c8c8-4540-ad48-151695d6d4c1\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px; \">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-9-every-day-is-monday\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><span class=\"orangecolor\">9.<\/span> Every Day is Monday<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, no one likes Monday, and if it\u2019s starting to feel like every day is Monday, you might want to do some reflection to identify the root of your feelings. There are many reasons that you may feel dread when going to work \u2013 nasty coworkers, a difficult boss, unpleasant tasks, and so on. But there is no reason to remain in a miserable situation longer than necessary. Before you assume you need to look at new jobs, however, make sure that you are not the problem. If you are incorrectly identifying the source of dread, you will just bring it with you when you quit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-decision-made\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Decision Made?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve recognized a few too many signs on this list, it may be time to start looking for a new job. That doesn\u2019t mean you have to hand in your notice tomorrow. Start by updating your resume, reaching out to your network, and developing a job search strategy that helps you find the right opportunity before making your next move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if a fully remote job is what you\u2019re looking for, Virtual Vocations can help. Search our database of hand-screened, fully remote jobs, explore job search resources in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/remote-career-center\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/remote-career-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remote Career Center<\/a>, and take advantage of tools and career services designed to help you throughout your search. 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