How to Leave a Job Because You Are Miserable
Working at a job you hate makes life tough. People who dislike their jobs dread reporting to work and suffer from stress because the job is so awful. In these situations, quitting becomes an option. However, careful planning is necessary so you don't make things worse by turning in your notice before you're financially and emotionally ready to move on. People who quit jobs in a huff often find themselves out of work for months, especially in a poor economy. For some, having a job that makes you miserable is better than not having a job at all.
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Look for another job. Devise a six-month plan for finding a job, and work at it every day. Compartmentalize your problems at work while keeping a larger focus on finding a job that will make you happy. Network extensively through professional and social online networks as you look for new opportunities. Also network extensively in person. Get away from the office by scheduling as many networking lunches as possible. Also, if your schedule permits, meet contacts for coffee before work or beverages in the evening. Convert all the negative emotions about your job into energy for your job search.
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Meet with your boss. Do not tell your boss about your job search. Instead, ask for tips on how you can perform your current job more effectively. Becoming better at your job could help you feel less miserable and allow you to put even more energy into your job search.
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Examine your finances. Confirm that you have at least six months take-home pay in the bank in case the job just gets to be too much and you do quit suddenly. Start saving if you have less than six months pay in the bank. Take a second job, if necessary, to do so.
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Schedule a meeting with a human resources representative if you continue to feel miserable. Talk openly and honestly with the representative about your feelings without blaming anyone else. Instead, ask the human resources person for suggestions on improving your situation. The representative might discuss a job in another department or a performance improvement plan that is fair to you and your boss.
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Quit your job, ideally after finding a new job. Or resign if you have at least six months take-home pay in the bank and you just cannot stand your current job any longer. Give two weeks notice when you quit. If you leave without a job, accelerate your job search with a goal of finding a position before you exhaust your savings.
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