Why do I get so bored at work?

It seems as if every 3 to 6 months into a job I get an itch to start looking for anther one... Why? Once I really start to get the hang of things and feel I have mastered everything I need to I get bored and want to move on. Is this normal? I want to stay established at a job for a while... how can I keep myself from wanting to play hookie or look for another job?

Why do I get so bored at work?
Doctor Deth gave you a good answer.





I know how you feel but you must build up some time at a job.


My job was always office work and I needed something more stimulating. I, too, got bored after I learned the job.





Stay where you are and try to change your attitude about the job, if possible. Maybe you could get on the party committee (you know - plan birthdays, pot lucks, picnics) or do some other activity with other employees.





Meanwhile, think about checking into careers that are more to your liking and, if necessary, get a certificate or degree from community college at night while you work. Many people do that. You are never to old to learn more.





Good luck.
Reply:ask for more challenging work, or responsibility where you are currently working - that;'s the way you move up and make more money - job jumping every 6 months will eventually come back to haunt you. no one will want to take the time to hire an train you if you'll just be leaving in 6 months
Reply:It could be that your work assignments do not make you feel challenged and it is more "routined" like working in a line factory. Is there a way you can transfer to a different department where your work assignments are more interesting or even ask your boss if you can take on more responsibilities or tasks?
Reply:I'm having that same problem but I don't even stay that long. I don't like doing the same thing over and over again. If I'm not getting anything out of it but a crappy paycheck then why should I stay. On to the next thing until I find what I like.