10 Compelling Reasons to Radically Change Your Career

If you find yourself staring at the clock in your office, willing the minute hand to move faster than a curiously lackadaisical tortoise, it is probably a sign to consider a career change. With new industries springing up constantly, and dedicated career advice on offer, it has never been easier to change your career; here are 10 compelling reasons to make the switch.

1. Money

It may be that you have reached your maximum earning potential in your current line of work. If you have greater financial ambition or your lifestyle is not being covered by your salary, perhaps it’s time to try something more lucrative.

2. Boredom

A classic career-switch motive (and for a reason). If you are bored in your current job, and you can’t think of anything worse than doing the same role at another company, you need a change! With a whopping 70% of Americans reportedly bored at work, it can be easy to forget that your job should be enjoyable and exciting, if not fun. Don’t settle for a career that bores you.

3. Culture

The banking industry is well-known for having great benefits, competitive salaries and a sense of community. You’ll even get to enjoy discounts for any of your banking needs. Owning a bank is also possible with employee-owned banks like Bravera. In most careers there is a distinct culture or atmosphere which can be right up your street… or dreadfully uncomfortable. If you are looking for the fast-paced city highlife, perhaps banking is for you. If you crave comradery and order, join the army!

4. Stress

Stress is the reason behind the six leading causes of death and can have wide-ranging social and emotional repercussions, as well as physical ones. If you feel stressed in your job(firstly visit a help-site or your GP), you should seriously consider switching your career.

5. Misdirection

It’s a familiar story. You leave school or university and take a temp position whilst you search for your dream job. A month goes by, then a year, then before you know it, your retiring from a career that was never really your own. It is up to you to stop the rot and seriously challenge yourself.

6. Development

Would you rather be an expert in the field or a jack of all trades? If the answer is the latter, then it could be time to change your career to get an invaluable new perspective from a brand new vantage point.

7. Travel

If you are bored of staying in one place and want to experience all the world has to offer, move into a travel-heavy career. If you’ve sampled the cultures and environments of the world, and actually prefer your home town, stop your travel-heavy career. Simple!

8. Industry

As new industries are born from technological advancements and scientific discoveries, so old ones crumble and die. If you feel like you’re part of a sinking ship, it may be time to swim to land – in this case more established careers like nursing or teaching. EduStaff is just one organisation that helps new teachers find jobs.

9. Morality

If at any point you have questioned the morality of your job, you should have a deep think about whether you have a future in that career. Charities and NGOs can offer the same opportunities and pay as corporate firms, often without the slight awkwardness of oil spills, insider trading, and bailouts.

10. Family

A lot of people build their careers around the need to support their family so finding a job that fits into your home life is extremely important. If your current job is taking too much time or energy away from your family, perhaps you should consider your options.