We all have bad days at work. Sometimes, it's more like a bad month or even a bad year.

But how do you know if it's just a temporary work rut or a sign you've outgrown your job and it's time to move on?

Executive Brief Here are some signs that you might have outgrown your job: There's no room for growth or learning new skills

You count down the minutes until it's time to leave

You don't align with the company's values and mission

1. There's no room for growth

It's hard to stay motivated and productive when you feel like you've hit the top of the career ladder.

In the early stage of your career, aim to get a promotion approximately every two to three years, said career coach Dana Mayer. At mid-career level, promotions tend to slow down to around every three to five years.

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