Happen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, Career Design, & Job Search Giving Yourself Permission to Change Careers When a 'Great Job' No Longer Fits
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Dec 23, 2024 Feeling trapped in a seemingly perfect job can be draining. Discover how one individual gave themselves permission to seek a fulfilling career after experiencing burnout. They share insights on navigating identity, managing overwhelming HR responsibilities, and the emotional complexities of career change. Learn about rejecting misaligned opportunities in pursuit of true fulfillment and how personal growth through self-discovery can lead to a passionate, rejuvenating career. Embrace the journey of transforming your professional life!
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Ignoring Burnout
- Morgan ignored signs of burnout until it significantly impacted her well-being, including weight gain and loss of motivation for exercise.
- She realized she was past the point of needing a change but felt compelled to stay due to the perceived great opportunity.
Staying Too Long
- Morgan stayed too long in her role because she associated it with her IO psych master's degree and the traditional career path.
- The role offered great resume-building opportunities and visibility, but the variety of responsibilities became draining.
Variety Leading to Burnout
- The variety in Morgan's role became draining because she was overseeing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- The added implementation of a new HCM system further intensified her workload and contributed to burnout.