Work occupies nearly half our waking hours. Yet only half of U.S. workers say they are extremely or very satisfied with their jobs, according to data from the Pew Research Center.
So how do we know when it’s time to consider something else?
The Help Desk spoke with career experts about signs your job is no longer meeting your needs. Take this quiz to find out if it’s time to make a change.
Question 1 of 8
How often do you feel bored at work?
Question 2 of 8
How often do you feel valued, autonomous and that you have purpose?
Question 3 of 8
Do you feel you are and will continue to be fairly compensated for your work?
Question 4 of 8
How often do you learn new skills and feel able to advance?
Question 5 of 8
How often do you feel burned out or stressed by your workload?
Question 6 of 8
Do you feel good about your relationships with colleagues and supervisors?
Question 7 of 8
How often do you daydream about leaving your job or doing something different?
Question 8 of 8
Do you dread the start of the work day or get anxious the night before?
You need to answer every question and rank its importance to see your result. You’re missing questions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
About this story
Art direction by Elena Lacey. Editing by Yun-Hee Kim, Karly Domb Sadof and Junne Alcantara.