'I went from the worst job I ever had, to my favorite!': 15+ Moments when employees knew they were going to quit their jobs

Do you recall the exact moment you planned to quit your job? For many people, the decision isn't instant — it's formed over weeks or months, as trust in management erodes, and unhappiness with their workflow increases. 

For some people, it only takes a single person to change their workplace irreparably. If your old boss leaves the company and the new manager is the kind of person who screams at the workers and refuses to help them solve their problems, that dude may cost the company valuable workers. People want to be happy at their jobs, not dreading seeing their boss's face each day. It sounds simple, but it's true — people don't leave bad companies, they leave bad management. 

Some folks have issues with their coworkers. But I'd argue that's a management issue, too! If you're having problems with a coworker, you should be able to loop in HR and your boss and have a mediation session, or report any behavior that's inappropriate. If you can't, well, there's a good reason for you to find a new gig. 

The people below shared their stories, and they're really excellent reminders that if you spot some familiar red flags here, you can always start a job hunt of your own. There's always a brighter future out there! 

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