You’re at a dead-end

The most difficult decision can be leaving a job that you still love but have simply outgrown. You feel like you’ve learned everything you can and there’s no room for growth or progression, or you constantly exceed managers’ expectations but are always being passed over for promotions. “Remaining in a stagnant role like this can stifle your career development and if you can’t see a path to progression in your current role, you might need to get off the dead-end road and look for an alternative route,” says Phelps.

The vibes are bad

Surrounded by negativity, gossip, disrespect or bullying at work? A toxic work environment can have a huge impact on your mental and emotional wellbeing, chip away at your self-confidence and make you feel like you’ll never be able to escape. “Whether it’s workplace bullying or a lack of support and unrealistic expectations that’s making it toxic, this environment can cause a constant knot of anxiety and stress that can impact you both mentally and physically,” he says.

You’re filled with dread

Similarly, when the thought of going to work fills you with dread, it’s a strong indicator that something needs to change. “Low job satisfaction, dreading tasks and upcoming meetings and spending your day watching the clock, desperate for your day to be over, is a sign that your job is negatively impacting your wellbeing and you should think about moving on,” suggests Phelps.

6 signs it might be time to leave your job, according to a career expert