I started this job and it is complete chaos. I really want to quit but I have nothing else lined up.
First, the so called training was inadequate. Next I didn’t have access to things I needed to get my job done, then they hired an assistant for me, one who has no skills in the profession or even computer skills, so not only am I learning my role but I’m also training someone else on HR and computer things such as Adobe, Excel etc. don’t get me wrong, I really like my assistant, however, I need someone who has some bit of knowledge.
Its grand central station, even with a sign that reads do not disturb meeting in progress hanging on my door people will knock at the door until I answer. There is one deadline after another. Its crazy. This place, though they’ve been around for years, is like a startup on steroids and I’ve had my share of startups. Noting compares to this.
Friday I left early because my blood pressure was sky high and I had a nose bleed. SMH
Needless to say that after 30-days of working there I am back on high blood pressure medication.
My predecessor lasted four months and his/her predecessor lasted a year.
I am going to take a look at my finances. First I have to consolidate my student loans, that way I can reap the benefits of the full 20k forgiveness.
Next im going to have to find out the cost if health insurance. Now that I am back on meds I can’t go without.
I hate this. Weird thing is something told me not to take this job.
September 18th, 2022 at 08:11 pm 1663528318
September 18th, 2022 at 09:15 pm 1663532120
Figure out what the few things that absolutely must get done by a certain time and focus on those.
If people ask for things by a deadline you can’t meet, tell the requester that and provide a realistic deadline.
Find one or two things that your assistant can do, teach her those, and let her sink or swim.
Know that your meetings will be interrupted. Hand people a post it note that says ‘I will call you back’ or ‘come back at 11:00’ or whatever (Not ‘CAN’T YOU READ? though)
When we are used to doing a great job, we try to meet unrealistic expectations and companies will take and take and take.
As you know, HR protects the interests of the employer, not the employees - you have to take care of yourself.
What is the worst case scenario? They get themselves enough together to take you through progressive discipline, then fire you?
Would you then be eligible for unemployment?
If they have had trouble keeping someone in the job, you doing the critical tasks is better for them than no one plus having to interview To fill the job.
Think of it as a consulting assignment - short term to keep them afloat and maybe solve some of their problems.
In the meantime, follow your other steps. You loved consulting except for the financial uncertainty, right? Maybe that is a better path for you. In the meantime though, try to fix this situation with a change in your own attitude - you are just passing through, just doing what you can…
I believe in you.
September 19th, 2022 at 01:43 am 1663548189
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