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TIME TO FIND A NEW JOB?

So many people stay in jobs that constantly frustrate them, fail to challenge them, or make them unhappy. Of course it’s not always easy to find a better one, and there will always be times where work is less fun than we would like – but there’s a big difference between a bad week and a job that’s run its course. Workplace stress is the biggest reason for staff absence, so knowing when to leave isn’t just important for career growth but for your mental health, too.

KNOWING WHEN TO LEAVE

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