Feeling flat now you’re #BackToWork?

A post-holiday slump is normal, but these clues signal it’s time for a new job
Man slumped at work desk

If you’ve found yourself feeling a bit flat after returning to work (or outright hating your job) this year, you’re not alone. #BackToWork is trending for Australia on TikTok, with plenty of users lamenting the return to the office. A growing body of research also shows this feeling is pretty common.

But while you may feel uninspired in your first week back, hang in there: research has shown employees perceive they are more creative two weeks after returning from vacation.

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