If you're working more than 48 hours a week, as many Australians do, why stay in a job that isn't right for you? It may be worthwhile asking yourself if you are happy in your career. Does what you do every day bring you fulfilment?

If you're looking for a New Year's resolution, now might be time to reassess if you are on the right path.

Ask yourself these questions to find out if you are happy with your job.

Give yourself one mark per question answered 'yes'.

1. I'm excited to go to work each day
2. I am grateful for the job I have and feel lucky to have the opportunity
3. I love the daily tasks I perform
4. I feel like I am accomplishing tasks at work
5. I often think about my work and come up with innovative ideas even when I'm not at work
6. I like the people I work with
7. I feel like my opinion and my voice is heard
8. I feel my work and my contribution is valued by my colleagues
9. I wake up excited about what is set out for me in my day
10. I feel like the work I do has a positive impact on the people or the world around me
11. I am fascinated by the work I do
12. My Mondays aren't terrible. I see it as another opportunity to kick goals.
13. I like putting in extra effort and do it regularly
14. I often tell people they should work with my company
15. Sometimes the challenges set out in front of me scare me a little (this means you care!)
16. I fall asleep feeling satisfied at the end of the day
17. I'm excited by the room and opportunity to grow
18. My colleagues often seek me out for my knowledge and expertise

SCORE:

0-10:

Sounds like this job probably isn't for you. Don't wait around killing time, start looking for a new job that makes you happy.

11-13:

You're probably working the wrong job. Life is too short to spend in a job that only makes you partially fulfilled. It's time to get on the right track!

14-17:

While you don't seem to be completely unhappy in your job, you may want to consider what else you want from your career.  Start addressing the points you couldn't say YES to and figure out if you can get what you need in this role, and if you can't get to 18 points in 3-6 months time, consider spreading your wings to find your true career path.

18:

You've found your dream job!  Congratulations. Take the test again in 6 months time and see if the job is still right for you.

Stuck in the wrong job? Call us on (03) 8606 0300.