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I don't like my job anymore. Should I quit or continue doing it?

Profile: cheerfulSummer
cheerfulSummer on Aug 15, 2015
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If I don't like my job anymore, I would first take a moment to be grateful that I have a job. Then, I would evaluate to see if I don't like it because it is no longer challenging, interesting, or aligned with my values. If the reason(s) fall into one of those, then I would quit. However, if I don't like my job anymore because I feel like I'm not good at it, then I would tell myself this is a chance for me to improve and will use my free time to see what I can do to become more competent at work. If I don't like my job because of issues with my co-workers and/or manager, I would take time to be grateful that I have the opportunity to improve my conflict resolution skills.
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Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Aug 16, 2015
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dont struggle if you have no other way other than this job for your income.if you think you deserve your dream job or the job you like , just go for it.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Aug 16, 2015
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This is a complicated answer... there is always a balance between responsibilities and happiness at work. if you are not happy and you do it just for the money, you will eventually end up burnt and hating everything. if you have responsibilities, as a family, and there are bad chances to get a new job, then you probably had to stay until you can find something better. if you are single, young and you don't really need the money, run like hell :)
Profile: coffeemanbren2
coffeemanbren2 on Aug 16, 2015
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theres too may factors to consider to just say "Quit" or "dont quit". finances, family, personal goals, are you skilled enough to find another job, are there even other jobs available...im actually in this situation right now. the best advice i would give myself is to look for another job while i continue working.
Profile: HelpWisely
HelpWisely on Dec 12, 2015
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If you do not like your job then you can start trying to find another job that will like. However do not quit the job you have now until you are very sure of. your new job.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Dec 13, 2015
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Working at a job you don't like can be really frustrating and exhausting. Only you can decide what is the best decision for you financially and emotionally. What you can do is make a plan if you don't like this job and start looking for something fresh and new while you are tolerating your current job.
Profile: UncleIroh248
UncleIroh248 on Dec 13, 2015
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Whether or not one quits their job depends on how they evaluate the decision. The basic concept boils down to this, if you feel your life will be net-better without your job then quit. Otherwise, do not. If you fear not getting a job after, then stick around until one is available. If you want a completely different career path, use your current one to fund the new decision. If it brings you so much pain to spend another minute at that job then leave, but any deep negative thought that implicates self harm (both mental and physical) deserves some introspective analysis. If you enjoy it, ask yourself why you're truly even considering quitting. There is significance to the contemplation of the question itself. Fear of uncertainty drives most of our daily decisions, which is why I feel modeling your decision on the "certainties" in your life is best. If you are certain this job is not for you take action, if you're certain you can do better elsewhere, take action. If you can't justify a certainty then ask why that is. Become certain, become the person you want to be.
Profile: kindEmbrace21
kindEmbrace21 on Dec 13, 2015
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Well it depends if you have a job that pays you quite well I would stick to it until you found another job that paid you more then the other job did
Profile: Mike30400
Mike30400 on Dec 14, 2015
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Work is very important, but if you are unhappy you should never do something that is making you unhappy. Make a pro and con list and figure out what the benefits of leaving are. But sometimes it best to leave once you have another job lined up.
Profile: Kalulu
Kalulu on Dec 16, 2015
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There is no sense being in a place where you are not happy and thriving. Being miserable everyday at work may start to seep into your everyday life and it would be wise to find a new job.
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