When to Move On from a Stressful Job

Managing Workplace Stress:

Prioritize Work-Life Balance:

Achieving a healthy work-life balance is crucial to managing workplace stress. Take breaks throughout the day and leave work at work. Schedule time for activities outside of work, such as exercise or hobbies, to help you recharge and manage stress.

Practice Mindfulness and Exercise:

Regular exercise and mindfulness practices, such as meditation, can help reduce workplace stress and improve overall well-being. Make time for these activities in your daily routine to help manage stress.

Set Boundaries and Take Breaks:

Set clear boundaries between work and personal life to help reduce stress. Take breaks throughout the day to stretch, breathe, and recharge. Set boundaries around work-related communications outside of office hours to help maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Seek Support from Colleagues and Professionals:

If you're feeling overwhelmed, don't be afraid to seek support from colleagues, friends, or professionals. Talk to someone you trust, such as a friend or family member, or consider speaking with a mental health professional.

Knowing When it's Time to Move On:

1. Burnout or Chronic Exhaustion: If you're consistently feeling exhausted, emotionally drained, and unable to perform your job duties, it might be time to move on.

2. Consistent Negative Feelings Towards Work or Colleagues: If you consistently feel unhappy, unmotivated, or frustrated at work, it might be time to consider a change.

3. Feeling Undervalued or Unappreciated: If you feel your contributions are not recognized or appreciated, it might be time to move on to a workplace that values your skills and expertise.

4. Difficulty Concentrating or Making Decisions: If you're consistently having trouble concentrating, making decisions, or completing tasks, it might be time to consider a change.

In conclusion, managing workplace stress is crucial for our overall well-being, as is recognising the signs that indicate it's time for a change. If you do decide it's time to move on, Thor is here to help.

After all, you spend a good proportion of your life at work, don't let it be a stressfull one.

So regardless if you’re looking for a new permanent or contract opportunity - let us do what we do best and lead the way in finding a job that better suits your needs and reduces workplace stress.