Why You Should Walk Away from a Less than Ideal Work Environment

What is the biggest career mistake that many high earning individuals make?

They stay in a job far past its expiration date.

And why is moving on from a bad job so hard to do?
 
Because leaving means change.
 
And let's face it, few of us like change.
 
Especially when it means giving up on all the time and effort you've poured into a situation or simply anticipating the uncomfortable feeling of the unknown.
 
But you know what?
 
The truth is that walking away to take a job with more attractive benefits is not only good for you, it can also help keep you out of trouble.
 
How so?
 
Well, there's the obvious fact that moving on can open the door to new possibilities and, as we discussed recently, can help you fast-track your way to financial independence.
 
More crucially, however, the truth is that moving on from an unproductive situation can help you avoid missed opportunities at best and disasters at worst.
 
But you know, when it comes down to it, walking away from an unfavorable work environment can help you avoid a potentially stalled or derailed career, a lifetime earnings shortfall, and even a long-term negative impact on your health and relationships.
 
Now, you might think, "this is all easier said than done," right?
 
Well, here's the thing.
 
It's one thing to know when to walk away from a bad situation and another to take that leap into the unknown.
 
That's why taking the time to assess the costs of staying comfortable, understanding what could be holding you back from exploring career opportunities, and knowing which next steps to take can help ease your transition into an unpredictable and yet likely rewarding future.

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