'Staying in a bad job or quitting without another offer and being unemployed': Singapore woman who realises she's in a 'bad fit' job asks which is worse

Singaporean worker 23, feeling trapped in a "pretty bad fit" job, posed a question on r/singaporejobs: which is worse, staying in a bad job or quitting without another offer and facing unemployment. Her current employer, a family-owned SME, was plagued by poor management, nepotism, unreasonable expectations, and random responsibilities.

Despite financial stability, her primary concern was her career and resume. She feared that staying would mean months of job hunting, while quitting would result in an employment gap. While some commenters empathized with her, others cautioned that quitting without another job might not guarantee a swift new opportunity. Some suggested finding a new position while still employed, while others emphasized prioritizing mental well-being.

The MOM's labour market report revealed that a smaller share of retrenched residents found new work within six months, and retrenchments were on the rise.