Job Making You Miserable?

Escape the job you hate and turn, "I Hate My Job" into career success.

Do you find yourself muttering “I hate my job” more often than you’d like to admit? 

Are you smashing the alarm clock most mornings? 

man looking at alarm clock"I hate my job" you mutter as you stare in the mirror ready to face a job making you miserable.

Are you feeling dread, anger, frustration every damn morning? Is your job making you miserable?

You’re not alone. A recent Gallup poll found that 85% of employees worldwide are disengaged at work. 53% downright hate their sinking job. Here’s the good news: you don’t have to be a stat.

If you feel you’re stagnating and frustrated in your current role with no room for advancement, it’s a clear sign that your career growth has hit the wall. A new job or starting a business could offer fresh challenges and opportunities to expand your skill set.

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Why It's Time For a Career Change

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How can you pivot to transform your personal and professional life so that you have a reasonable chance of improving your situation?

What I am about to tell you can be life-changing. I will take you through the dynamics of change.

The Dynamics of Change

You will clearly understand the system and process and get a clear plan of action. 

Systems and Processes

Of course, this is not for everyone. You have to do some work. I will ‘lead you to the trough but you need to drink’. A job making you miserable is fixable.

Job Making You Miserable? You Are Not Alone.

Welcome to MENTORaUS. Please to meet you, I’m Daryl Pratt. I’ve been around for a long, long time. 

Daryl Pratt

I have been where you are. Absolutely hating my job or jobs to be clear. Yes, I have changed direction three times. 

I come to you with years of experience. Experience isn’t the best teacher, it’s the only teacher. 

I was so fortunate to meet my mentor early in my life. He was the most influential part of my success over the last 45 years. 

Choosing a mentor 

Now, it is my turn to pass it on. To pay it forward. 

It is my privilege to pass on the secrets to escape the job you hate and turn, “I Hate My Job” a job making you miserable into a career success. 

Let’s get started.

Here Are 7 Common Issues

What is the main reason for the job dissatisfaction? Why is the job making your miserable?

People usually fall into one or two of these. I have had folk fall into all of them. I will start with the obvious. 

The boss makes things miserableThe boss bitch has never heard of the slogan, “Catch people doing something right”.

1. The Boss Bitch. 

Yeah, you know the one. Doesn’t matter what you do, it is not good enough, or it is wrong. You go out of your way to steer clear. This is soooo toxic it is offensive.

Overcoming Workplace Toxicity

The thing is, you are never going to change it. The boss bitch has never heard of the slogan, “Catch people doing something right”. Quite the opposite.

You need to quit.

2. Over-worked.

With the cost of living at an all-time high and employers having their margins stretched, they  have a time and motion study on almost every aspect of the business. Their systems and processes are costed constantly to gain back some margin at the expense of the employee. You. 

To that end, you are expected to work harder with tighter controls and no extra bonuses. 

This sucks. It is extortion, that’s what it is. Rosters are tightened, overtime limited, time off scrutinized, sign on and off monitored. In some areas, I have heard of fluid timesheets, like hourly recordings signed off by the boss bitch. Yuk. 

You don’t have to accept this. You have a cost-of-living issue as well.

Look around. Get another job. Seek advice. Get a mentor.

3. Limited Growth Opportunities

If you feel you’re stagnating in your current role with no room for advancement, it’s a clear sign that your career growth has hit a ceiling. A new job could offer fresh challenges and opportunities to expand your skill set.

This is an easy fix. There are employers waiting to meet you. Put it out there.

Put yourself in the frame.  

Man drinking at a barDepressed and frustrated. You need to quit the job making you miserable.

4. Chronic Stress and Burnout

Constant work-related stress can lead to burnout, affecting both your professional and personal life.

Burnout

If you’re experiencing physical symptoms like headaches, insomnia, anger, frustration, anxiety, alcohol and drug dependance because of your job making you miserable, it’s time to prioritize your well-being. This has to be fixed. It is not going to fix itself.

Frantic burnt out womanFrustration, chaos and burnt out. You need help.

You are better than this. 

If you’re taking this home to the family, you need to fix this and quit now.

No further comment needed.

Get out immediately.

Which leads me into work-life balance.

5. Lack of Work-Life Balance

When your job consistently interferes with your personal life, relationships, or hobbies, as above it’s a red flag.

Work-Life Balance

A healthy work-life balance is crucial for long-term happiness and success. 

Fix it or quit it.

6. Underutilized Skills or Talents

If you feel your strengths and talents are being wasted in your current role, you’re likely to feel unfulfilled. A new job that leverages your unique abilities can reignite your passion and boost your career satisfaction. 

Quit - get another job. Start your own business.

7. All Things Financial

While money isn’t everything, feeling undervalued financially is soul destroying and can breed resentment. If your salary hasn’t kept pace with your contributions or industry standards, it might be time to explore better-paying opportunities.

One of the most discussed issues is the inability to quit your job because of financial needs.

working on your business budgetPaying the rent, mortgage, or student loans is a major problem. This has to be well-planned before you consider quitting.

How are you going to pay the rent, mortgage or student loans if you up and quit? I hear you. This is a major problem. I see it often. 

The answer is a long-term strategy. You need to give this much planning time and get your goals imprinted on your mind.

Goal Setting

You need to see the future before you jump. This is the toughest and unfortunately the most prolific issue in most cases. 

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It's Time To Fix the Job Making you Miserable

Now that we have addressed, why is it time for a career change?

Now that we’ve identified why you might need a change, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you transition smoothly:

1. Self-Reflect and Set Clear Goals

- Identify what you want in your next role

- Define your non-negotiables (salary, work-life balance, growth opportunities, work from home needs etc)

- Consider your long-term career aspirations

2. Update Your Professional Brand

- Revamp your resume and LinkedIn profile

- Develop a compelling personal statement

- Gather recommendations from colleagues or mentors

3. Network Strategically

- Attend industry events and conferences

- Reach out to former colleagues and alumni

- Join professional associations in your field

4. Upskill and Reskill

- Identify skills gaps in your desired role

- Take an online course or upgrade your     certifications

- Volunteer for projects that develop new   competencies

5. Research Potential Employers

- Look for companies that align with your values

- Study their culture, mission, and growth trajectory

- Reach out to current or former employees for insights

6. Prepare for the Job Search

- Set up job alerts on various platforms

- Tailor your application materials for each role

- Practice interview skills and common questions

7. Plan Your Exit Strategy

- Decide on the right time to leave your current job

- Prepare to give proper notice

- Ensure a smooth handover of your responsibilities

These are just some things you need to work at. If you need more info reach out to me through the “ask your question” form and subscribe to my monthly newsletter. 

I Always Like To End With A Story

Meet Samantha, a 32-year-old marketing executive who seemed to have it all - a prestigious job, a corner office, and a six-figure salary. Yet, every morning, she’d wake up with a knot in her stomach, dreading the day ahead.

“I remember the exact moment I realized I couldn’t do it anymore,” Samantha recalls. It was Tuesday afternoon, and I was staring at my computer screen, feeling completely drained. I had just finished a conference call where my ideas were shot down for the umpteenth time. 

That’s when it hit me - I was miserable, and something had to change.”

She took action. 

She spent evenings and weekends reflecting on her passions, updating her skills, and networking. Within three months, she landed a role at a startup that aligned perfectly with her values and offered exciting growth opportunities.

Happy contented woman at work.Making a change to change a toxic job creates one happy glowing lady.

“I won’t lie. The transition was scary,” Samantha admits. “But the moment I walked into my new office, I felt a surge of excitement I hadn’t experienced in years. It just felt right."

"Now, I wake up energized, ready to tackle new challenges. I’m not just surviving; I’m thriving.” 

Not only did Samantha get a new lease on life and a new job, she was also offered shares in the startup at sign-on. Plus options, to convert future bonuses and pay rises to equity shares.

The company grew to a level no-one dreamed of. Samantha’s shareholding was last valued at $3.5 million.

Summary

Your job making you miserable? Get out.

Make a change, pivot to a new direction

Plan your exit.

Get help.

Seek a mentor.

Set realistic targets.

Do your research.

Record everything in a notebook. Write it out in longhand.

Record Keeping

Make time to update your regime. Keep it current.

Reach out to your contacts. Put yourself out there. You never never know if you never never go.

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Reach out to me through the “ask your question” form.

Life is too short to stay in a shit job. 

Until next time, I hope you climb your mountain.


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