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Anthony Klotz
How to know if it’s time to quit your first job20260602 · Updated 1 July 2026
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“If the answer is yes to one or more of these questions, then it’s worth taking action.”
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Should I quit my job? Signs and practical advice
Sam Brodsky
18 People Get Real About Quitting Their Jobs For Their Mental Health25 November 2024 · Updated 5 March 2025
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“My biggest advice is don’t ignore the signs that your work is negatively impacting your mental health. No job is worth sacrificing your well-being. If you’re considering quitting, take time to reflect on what you truly want and, if possible, build a safety net first—financially or by securing another…”
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“An unhealthy work environment has implications for your professional and personal happiness and is a sign that you should quit your job.”
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“If you regularly wake up wishing you didn’t have to start work, it’s not something to brush off. It usually means there’s a deeper issue with your role, environment or workload.”
Fiorenza Rossini
I Want to Quit My Job—Now What? How to Make the Right Career Decision27 February 2025 · Updated 12 March 2025
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“Before drafting that resignation letter, let's discuss what this decision really means and how to approach it thoughtfully. Quitting a job shouldn't be an impulsive move—it should be a strategic step toward something better.”
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“When in doubt or when you hear that inner voice telling you something is wrong, it doesn't hurt to have a frank discussion with the co-worker or even boss. You may be surprised.”
Kristin Larsen
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Seven Signs It's Time To Quit Your Job28 September 2015 · Updated 7 May 2026
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“If you’re constantly filled with dread, it’s time to start thinking about leaving. And if you find yourself losing your passion and having to force yourself to finish simple tasks, it’s time to take a hard and long look at what you want and if your job can offer that…”
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“I knew if I didn't take control of my situation and make anything change, then another year would go by and I would still be in the same job and I would still be kind of spinning my wheels in terms of "alright, what am I going to do?”
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“At the end of the day, the only one who can decide if it’s time to quit your job is you. Take the time you need to consider all of your options, and weigh the pros and cons with care.”
David Baughier
Should I Quit My Job? How to Decide When It’s Time to Move On29 September 2023
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“Ultimately, the decision to quit your job is yours to make. You should do what is best for you and what makes you happy. Remember that life is too short to stay in a job that you hate.”
Emma Williams
Should I Quit My Job? 10 Signs & Reasons When To Resign14 March 2023 · Updated 19 February 2026
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“If the answer to both questions is yes, it might be in your best interest to quit your job. In the end, it’s all about prioritizing your happiness, health, and personal values.”
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“But they're higher still if you don't do anything about it. So, for goodness sake, don't just read this article. Do something because of it. Please.”
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Stephanie Slocum
Should I quit my job? 6 questions to help you decide — Engineers Rising LLC26 August 2021 · Updated 1 September 2021
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“When there is a consistent mismatch between what you're doing day-to-day and where you see yourself long-term, you will have more bad days at work than good ones because the work isn't fulfilling to you.”
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“Think about what you would want to be different in a future workplace. Would you prefer to work with a smaller group of people or to be employed in a less deadline-driven, high-pressure environment?”
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Perri Ormont Blumberg
6 reasons it could be time to quit your job, according to an executive coach11 April 2025 · Updated 9 September 2025
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“If your boss, colleagues, or clients are draining you of energy, it's a good sign that they aren't bringing out the best version of you but the one constantly feeling stressed and defensive.”
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John Arundel
How to know when it's time to go — Bitfield Consulting13 January 2025 · Updated 13 July 2026
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“Making the decision to leave a job is never easy. And it’s a pretty drastic step, especially if you don’t yet have another job to go to. But sometimes it has to be done.”
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Sally Heady
When to quit your job | Career Coach Manchester | Sally Heady7 July 2021 · Updated 10 November 2023
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“Only you can answer of when to quit your job. You are the one who is in a job you don’t enjoy and only you can decide when is the right time to leave.”
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Beth Klein
Anxiety at Work: When to Quit & When to Work Through It — Firefly Counseling MN23 December 2023
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“In the end, only you can decide what's right for you. No matter whether you choose to stay at your job out of necessity, try some coping techniques before quitting, or ultimately leave your job due to mental health reasons, you know what's best.”
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Rolf Bax
When Is It Time to Quit Your Job? 10 Clear Signs25 November 2019 · Updated 19 February 2026
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“If you are questioning your role regularly, look for repeated patterns, not isolated frustrations. The clearest signs you should leave your job involve chronic burnout, toxic leadership, stalled growth, or serious misalignment with your values or long-term goals.”
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Elle Hunt
Thinking of quitting your job? Ask yourself these 17 questions first16 August 2021
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“If work is causing you significant mental or physical distress, perhaps because of bullying or chronic overwork, it may be that you have to quit, says the psychologist Lee Chambers.”
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Jack Cao
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Should I Quit My Job? - 8 Clear Signs That Your Current Job Isn't A Good Match - Jack Cao11 December 2021
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“You just need to evaluate what’s making you uncomfortable and see if it’s something you can fix or it’s time to move on.”
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Sadikshya Adhikari
7 Undeniable Signs It's Time to Quit Your Job (Even Without a Backup Plan)29 May 2026 · Updated 22 June 2026
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“The clearest indicators are a combination of factors: your health is consistently suffering, you've stopped learning or growing, the workplace culture is persistently toxic, and you've been seriously considering leaving for months.”
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“The great news is that you’re in the driver’s seat. You get to decide when to act on that tug you’ve been feeling to step away from your current job to pursue something that makes you happier.”
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Madeline Miles
Career Change at 40: Best Paying jobs and Tips to Transition11 November 2024
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“Take a moment to reflect on why you want to leave. Write down all your reasons for leaving. Figure out why you really want to change careers at 40. Then reframe by focusing on the positive — what are all the things you hope to get in a new career?”