The Tamsen Show

5 Signs Your Career Is No Longer Right for You

August 31, 2026·21 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

How do you know when it’s actually time to quit your job? After 30 years as a news anchor, Tamsen Fadal walked away from the career she had spent her entire adult life building. She didn’t hate her job, she wasn’t failing, and there wasn’t one dramatic breaking point. But looking back, the signs that it was time for a career change had been there for years. In this solo episode of The Tamsen Show, Tamsen shares the five signs that helped her realize she had outgrown her career and what she wishes she had recognized sooner. In this episode, you’ll learn: 5 signs it may be time to quit your job How to tell the difference between a bad week and actually outgrowing your career Why resentment at work can be a sign of something bigger The physical signs your job may be taking a toll on you Why constantly imagining another career or life is worth paying attention to How your identity can keep you tied to a career you’ve outgrown What to consider before making a major career change If you’ve been thinking about quitting your job, changing careers, or starting over, this episode will help you get honest about whether it’s time for your next chapter. If you liked this episode, check out Thinking About a Career Change? Start Here If you want a say on our upcoming guests, fill out ⁠this form Stay connected with Tamsen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get ⁠Tamsen's newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ filled with free tools⁠ to living better, feeling stronger, and knowing you’re never alone Get Tamsen’s NYT instant bestselling book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠How To Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠ from Tamsen  Watch all the episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Tamsen on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠  The Tamsen Show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Tamsen on ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠  Sponsors: Learn more about your ad choices, click here Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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