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There are five words that signal its time to leave your job [Video]

It’s a new year, and as such many people will be feeling like it’s time for a fresh start, especially when it comes to their career.

However, if you’re unsure whether or not it’s time for you to start looking for a new job, then a psychologist has some advice on the matter that might help you make a firm decision.

Dr George Sik, a workplace psychometric expert, claims there are five words that can signal if you’re in the right role or not, and these words are linked to our individual values.

‘When it comes to job satisfaction, it is more than likely that our values – work or personal – are not being totally fulfilled. Just like companies who hire candidates who fit their values, happy employees work for companies where, day to day, their values are being met,’ he said.

‘If your top five values are being met, or even four out of …

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Amplify Accepting Applications For Spring Mentorship Program [Video]

Amplify Horse Racing, which promotes education and career opportunities in the Thoroughbred industry for youth and young adults, is accepting applications for the spring 2025 intake of its mentorship program through Tuesday, Jan. 28, the nonprofit said in a release early Wednesday morning.The program offers an introductory step for young people interested in learning more about the Thoroughbred industry by pairing them with experienced professionals who provide valuable career guidance. The spring session will run from Mar. 1 through May 31.The suggested age range for mentee candidates is 15-25, with no restrictions based on academic achievement. The program is also accepting potential mentors who can demonstrate substantial and relevant experience in the Thoroughbred horse industry or an applied field, and can meet the program's minimum training requirements, background check and time commitment. All applicants must be residents of the United States, U.S. territories, or Canada. Mentees accepted into the program will also be eligible for travel grants through Amplify, enabling them to attend industry educational opportunities. These include a weekend of behind-the-scenes tours in Kentucky hosted by Amplify in November and the organization's annual end-of-year student networking event.As a former mentee, I cannot overstate the profound impact Amplify has had on my journey, said mentorship program graduate Eric Resendiz. For newcomers, the Thoroughbred industry can sometimes feel intimidating, but through Amplify's mentorship program, I was able to establish a sense of familiarity with the industry thanks to my mentor. Completing the program gave me the confidence to navigate and network within the Thoroughbred industry, which has led to much of my success. Amplify's emphasis on engaging a younger demographic is exactly what the Thoroughbred industry needs to continue evolving as both an industry and a sport. Personally, I am very excited to take the next step in my career by traveling to Ireland this month to attend the Irish National Stud Breeding Course.Click here to learn more.