7 Warning Signs Youre Unhappy at Work

7 Warning Signs Youre Unhappy at WorkJust like in your car, where there are alerts to let you know when important systems are not performing as they should, there should be alerts for when you arent either. We are all guilty of being on autopilot now and then on the job. But sometimes we dont realize just how much of our attention has been diverted away from our workuntil its too late to make necessary corrections. googletag.cmd.push(function() googletag.display(div-gpt-ad-1467144145037-0) ) Here are 7 good signs that youre unhappy at work and might want to rethink your situation and either re-engage with what youre doing, or abflug looking for something else.1. Not CaringIf youve started to be the one with the I dont care attitude, who just shows up and does the bare minimum and doesnt take initiative or pitch in? Thats a problem. Getting your job done well is just as important as getting it done well enough. Besides, this probably means youre not thinking enough about your future there and setting the necessary career goals for yourself.2. Lateness/Not Coming InIf youre flagging, you might tend to be late or absent mora than you realizejust from a lack of interest and engagement. Or worseyoure getting sick more often because youre miserable at work. Either way, it is a warning sign.3. Quality SlipDo you remember when you first started and you were so eager to dot your is and cross your ts? Remember your attention to detail? Your go-getem attitude? If those days are so far gone that you cant remember trying so hard or performing so well at work, then you should take stock.4. MoodinessIf your moods are swingier than usual, and your emotions seem to be that much more out on your sleeve, this might be a symptom of being over it at work. Particularly if you no longer care who knows how grumpy you are at any given time.5. Isolating YourselfDo you notice that you are physically pulling back? Using standoffish body language, like leading away from the table with you r arms crossed during meetings? Or standing apart from the group? Not accepting happy hour invites? Or maybe you feel overlooked or invisible? Whether your isolation is physical or mental, its not a very good sign about your level of engagement.6. Not Raising Your HandYou used to be all about collaborating, making creative suggestions, giving your input. Now? Youre basically silent, and speak only when spoken toeven in brainstorming sessions. If youve stopped generating new ideas as well time to rethink things.7. Being MehGeneral lethargyor a noticeable lack of energy over a sustained period of timeis one of your biggest warning signs. If youre showing up to work, but not really showing up anymore, then you might want to see what needs to change. Its either going to be you, or the job. Either way, better to know and be proactive