There’s a good chance there’s something about your job you wish you could change. Maybe you don’t have very flexible hours and you’d like to be able to have a better work-life balance. Maybe you have creative ideas but you don’t have the ability to carry them out. Or maybe you just don’t like what you’re doing.
The good news: There are jobs where independence, ingenuity and helping your community are rewarded. You may ask yourself, “Where can I make a living and make a difference?” One option: As a Farm Bureau Financial Services insurance agent.
Check out these 11 signs you may be ready for a new opportunity.
1. Are Your Skills Being Overlooked in Your Current Job?
It can be discouraging to have transferable skills you want to use that aren’t being recognized. If you feel as though you’re being overlooked or you’re in a job that’s not a good fit for your strengths, it’s probably a sign that making a job change might be good for you.
2. You Don’t Love Your Job
When someone says they truly love their job, you can hear it in their voice and see it on their face. If you’ve never loved your job, or you used to but can’t muster the same enthusiasm anymore, it may be a sign you’re ready for a new profession.
3. Your Innovation Is Overlooked
If you’re a creative person, it can be devastating to have your ideas ignored. Opportunities to learn and grow may be limited in some workplaces, and some companies might not easily embrace change. In some workplaces, there’s a higher priority on doing things the way they’ve always been done. After a while, having your ideas rejected may make you start to care less about your job.
4. You’re Just Bored
If you like a challenge, an easy job can be mind-numbing. If you find yourself daydreaming, working mindlessly or looking for ways to stretch your brain, you might need a dynamic profession where you have more responsibility. Working as an insurance agent could be a great fit for someone looking for more variety and engagement.
5. Every Workday Feels Like a Countdown to the Weekend
Sometimes, the clock doesn’t move fast enough. Whether it’s waiting for lunch or counting down until the end of the day, time is not on your side. When you’re involved in tasks that you find challenging and enjoyable, hours can pass before you know it. If you’re constantly picking up your phone, only to see that two minutes have gone by, it could be a sign that you need something that offers greater professional growth.
6. Your Job Is Causing You Stress
Do thoughts of work keep you awake in the wee hours? You may worry about job performance, your clients, your boss, deadlines, the future of your industry or more. It’s normal to have some concerns about your job, but if mental health issues like stress or anxiety are causing sleepless nights, it’s probably a sign that you are not in the right position.
7. You Want a Role That Makes a Difference
If your calling is to make a difference in people’s lives, does your job help you do that? Even if you enjoy your current job, it may not be helping you fulfill your life’s passion and goals. You may want to make a change to a profession where you’re more connected with your community with the ability to help people.
8. It’s Not About the Money
Everyone needs money to live, and sometimes people take a job because they need the salary. However, if you make a decent salary and you still aren’t motivated to get out of bed in the morning, there may be a larger issue. Perhaps you’re looking for something with better work-life balance or new growth opportunities.
9. You’ve Hit a Salary Ceiling
It can be hard to be excited about a job when you’ve hit a pay ceiling or you know that coworkers with less experience than you make more money. If there’s not much financial growth in your future at your current job, you may want to seek a path that gives you more earning potential.
10. Your Job Doesn’t Reflect Who You Are
Maybe your current job just doesn’t feel like the right fit for you. You might not have much in common with your coworkers, you don’t enjoy performing your day-to-day tasks or you can’t see a future for yourself there. Whatever the reason, you may have a gut feeling that your current job isn’t right. If you’re considering changing industries, now may be the time to explore new opportunities.
11. There’s No Clear Path for Advancement
Do you dream of becoming a manager, or even working your way up to a higher position? If you want professional growth and responsibility, but you know that it’s not possible where you are currently employed, you may feel unmotivated.
Explore Becoming a Farm Bureau Insurance Agent
How many of these signs rang true for you? If the answer is “a lot,” there’s a good chance you would benefit from a change. And moving to a role as a Farm Bureau insurance agent might be the change you’re looking for.
Farm Bureau Financial Services makes it easy for you to become an insurance agent. To start, you can see if being an agent is right for you in our Developing Agent Program, which allows you to get first-hand experience while keeping your current job as you explore the agent role.
If it’s a good fit for you, you can make a move knowing that we offer a competitive compensation program, comprehensive training, marketing programs and extensive support. Plus, you'll be backed by a team of talented and supportive individuals who want to see you succeed!
If you want to run your own business while helping people in your community, see for yourself why being a Farm Bureau agent is one of the best small business opportunities around. Take the next step toward a brighter, more fulfilling future.