What is a career rut and how to deal with it as an employee, employer

Feeling stuck in a job with monotony and reduced productivity is like being trapped in a rut. It causes a feeling of resentment and disappointment in any extremely demanding workplace environment.

A career rut is not just about disliking your job — it is more like a mix of factors that make you feel stuck. It could be that your values do not match your job, you are burnt out, or you are not learning anything new. Think of it like trying to solve a puzzle; you need to know what pieces are causing the problem before you can fix it.
Looking for new mentors and learning new skills are just two ways employees can get out of a career rut or the feeling of being stuck in a job.
Experts suggest that various factors, such as work-life imbalance, poor leadership, and communication issues, can lead to burnout and a negative work environment. “Ignoring crucial elements like purpose, continuous learning, feedback, a positive company culture, and aligning job roles with skills and values also adds to employee demotivation,” said Neelabh Shukla, chief business officer, Careernet.

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