should you cut your losses and leave a job you don't like?

Is it time to cut your losses and leave a job you don’t like?

Realising you don’t like your job can be a tough pill to swallow. You’ve put in all the effort to get hired but you are not getting the reward you want. But before you pull the plug, here are seven things you should consider.

Make a list of pros and cons. Knowing what aspects you do and don’t like about the job will help you to define whether or not to leave.

Discover how you can grow from the experience. Ask yourself – what are you learning in the role? What can you take to your next role? How will this experience make you a better employee?

Deal with negative issues head on. Running away from issues won’t help your career. Instead, see how you can help improve and learn from what is happening.

Find value in staying. Think about whether you have got the most out of your current job. If you think you still have a lot to learn, it may be worth sticking around.

Phone a friend. Friends and family know you the best. They can offer unbiased opinions and insights that you might not have considered.

Think about your next interview. Do you have a good reason why you quit the job? Blaming others or saying “I didn’t like it” won’t inspire confidence in the hirer.

Consider the practicalities of leaving. What will happen if your next job calls through? Can you cover living expenses?