Today was my first day at a popular retail store in a temporary warehouse position, and I’m already contemplating quitting. I was really excited when I received the job offer two weeks ago, as I’ve been struggling to find a second source of income. However, my experience today was far from what I expected. I was initially told that my role would involve processing store items, something I’ve done before in a previous job. Instead, I found out that I would also be responsible for making deliveries and stocking items, which was never mentioned during the interview. To make matters worse, I was thrown into the job without proper training. It was my first day, and I was left to figure things out on my own while asking questions that went unanswered. The managers were aware of my situation, but I felt completely ignored. I had to observe others to learn how to wrap items, which added to my anxiety. With the cold weather approaching, my hours at my part-time outdoor job have been cut, making this temporary position even more crucial for me. But the pay isn’t worth the stress I’m feeling, especially in a job market that’s already tough. I’m torn between sticking it out for a few months or quitting to search for something better. I just don’t want to be in a place where I’m not properly trained or informed about my daily tasks. Has anyone else felt this way when starting a new job?
Job title: temporary warehouse position
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