When I first speak to someone, I can tell immediately if they love what they do.

They speak animatedly about their career and they’re clearly proud of the work they’ve put in to reach their goals.

Sure, they have their frustrations but overall they are energised by their work.

It’s also easy to tell when someone isn’t fulfilled.

But often because they are so close to the situation, the reasons aren’t obvious. They just know that they aren’t happy.

Considering you spend a large chunk of your life working, it’s normal to want it to be a satisfying experience, where you feel rewarded, recognised, and appreciated.

Here are 5 reasons to move on from your job

All the work and responsibility without the title or the pay

You are integral to your organisation and your peers know it. You just aren’t recognised for your expertise and knowledge.

It’s been years since you had a pay rise

Your salary hasn’t budged for a couple of years and a pay rise isn’t looking likely any time soon.

You aren’t being invested in

You can’t remember the last time your company paid for you to attend a conference or invested in your coaching or training.

You are being passed over for promotion

The wrong people are being promoted and you are being overlooked.

It’s having a negative impact on your personality

You are starting to become intolerant, negative, and cynical.

Even the most professional among us can be affected by a poor work environment.

Any negativity is a good sign you are over it.

The good news is that if you are considering looking for a new role, now is a great time.

We see low unemployment in many industries, with technology, engineering, and finance, in particular, reporting a shortage of talent.

Those with the expertise, a strong reputation, and online presence are quickly snapped up.

So if you are looking to make a move (or even just considering your options), spend time developing your public profile and identifying how you articulate the value you bring – and demonstrate your expertise online.

Start connecting with people in your industry and you just may find job offers start coming to you.