Feeling stuck in your job? You’re not alone. More than half of all Canadians surveyed in 2025 feel the same.
Whether you’re counting down the minutes until the weekend or feeling like you’ve outgrown your role, it might be time to ask yourself: Am I ready for a change?
The good news? It’s not too late to pivot. With short, career-focused training programs in beauty and wellness, Modern College is here to help you take that next step into something more creative, fulfilling, and future-focused.
Here are five signs it might be time to turn the page and start a new chapter.
You Feel Unmotivated or Disconnected from Your Current Job
Do you dread Mondays or most workdays? Do you feel bored, mentally checked out, or just uninspired?
That’s more than just a bad week. It could be a sign that your current role no longer reflects who you are or what you want for your future. Many students at Modern College came from jobs that left them feeling drained, until they found their spark again in hairstyling, esthetics, or other wellness programs.
A fresh start in beauty school can reignite your creativity and give you a renewed sense of purpose.
Your Industry Feels Unstable or Is No Longer a Good Fit
If layoffs, shrinking job markets, or changes in your industry have left you feeling uncertain, you’re not imagining it. Many traditional sectors are changing rapidly and not always in ways that support long-term job security.
The good news? Beauty, self-care, and wellness aren’t going anywhere. In fact, they’re thriving. These services are in high demand across Ontario, and careers in hairstyling and esthetics offer both stability and human connection, something a robot or app will never replace.
You Want a Career That Feels More Meaningful
Maybe your current job pays the bills, but it doesn’t fill your cup. You want to do something that makes people feel good, something that brings confidence, calm, and care into someone’s day.
As a hairstylist or esthetician, you help people feel their best. Whether it’s through a fresh haircut, a soothing facial, or a confidence-boosting brow service, you’re making an impact, and that’s something to be proud of.
You’re Craving a Better Work-Life Balance
If your current schedule leaves you exhausted, overwhelmed, or without time for yourself or your family, it’s time to reassess.
Beauty careers offer flexibility, creativity, and control over your schedule. Many graduates from Modern College go on to work freelance, open their own businesses, or find part-time roles that align with the life they want to build.
A job should support your life, not take it over.
You’re Ready to Stop Settling and Start Doing Something You Love
If you’ve been thinking “I was meant for more,” chances are that you’re right. And if you’ve been looking into beauty school, reading blogs like this one, or following stylists and estheticians online, maybe it’s time to make that move.
At Modern College, you can complete a career-focused program in under a year and graduate with real skills, industry knowledge, and the confidence to start a new path doing what you love.
Let’s Find a Path Forward Together
At Modern College, we specialize in helping people go back to school, retrain, and transition into meaningful careers in the beauty and wellness industry. Whether you’ve always dreamed of working in a salon or are simply ready for something new, we’re here to help.
- In-demand programs in hairstyling and esthetics
- Small class sizes and hands-on training
- Financial aid and tuition discounts available
- Multiple campuses across Ontario
Your New Chapter Starts Here
If any of these signs resonated with you, consider this your moment. You’re not too late. You don’t need to wait. And you don’t need to settle.
Take the first step toward a more creative, rewarding, and flexible future. Explore your options with Modern College today, and start building a career you’ll be proud of.
Our admissions team is here to help answer your questions, walk you through your options, and support you from day one. Inquire today!