Internal Factors (From Within)
* Fatigue and Burnout: Excessive workloads, high demands, and lack of rest can lead to physical and mental exhaustion (burnout). This leaves a person feeling drained, depleted of energy, and unmotivated to do anything.
* Loss of Motivation and Purpose: If someone lacks clear career goals or feels their work is no longer meaningful, motivation will plummet. A monotonous routine without new challenges can also lead to boredom.
* Lack of Self-Confidence (Insecurity): Doubts about one's own abilities, fear of criticism or failure, can make someone reluctant to take risks or try new things, ultimately hindering career development.
* Lack of Skills or Knowledge: Feeling like they don't have enough skills or relevant knowledge to develop can lead someone to give up.
* Difficulty Managing Stress and Frustration: When facing pressure or obstacles at work, if someone doesn't have a good strategy for managing stress and frustration, they are more likely to feel discouraged.
* Lack of Work-Life Balance: Focusing too much on work without making time for rest, hobbies, or personal life can lead to burnout and demotivation.
* Lack of Self-Awareness: Not recognizing one's own strengths and weaknesses can hinder career progress because someone doesn't know which areas need development or where they can best contribute.
External Factors (From the Work Environment or Otherwise)
* Poor Work Environment: Unhealthy relationships with coworkers or superiors, a lack of social support, or bullying in the office can be very draining and make someone want to give up.
* Lack of Appreciation and Recognition: When hard work and contributions aren't recognized, someone can feel unmotivated and lose the drive to give their best.
* Unclear Career Path: If there are no opportunities for growth, promotion, or learning new things, someone may feel stuck and decide to give up.
* Job Doesn't Meet Expectations or Contract: Feeling that tasks and responsibilities deviate significantly from those initially agreed upon without adequate compensation can be frustrating.
* Financial Issues: Salary that doesn't match the workload or living expenses, as well as the costs of career development (e.g., training), can be significant obstacles.
* Lack of Information or Communication: If employees feel isolated from important information or changes within the company, they can feel unappreciated and disengaged.
* Frequent Job-Jumping ("Job-Jumping"): While there are sometimes advantages, frequently changing jobs without a clear goal can make it difficult for someone to find a stable and truly passionate career path.
* Lack of Family Support: Support from those closest to them also plays a crucial role. Lack of support can be an additional burden.
A person may experience more than just one factor, but rather a combination of several of the factors mentioned above, ultimately leading them to choose to quit or even abandon their career. It's important to identify the cause so you can find the right solution, whether that's through self-reflection, seeking new challenges, improving your work-life balance, or even considering a new work environment.