_good_girl's journey

I recently experienced a tough situation after being let go from a barista position at a local cafe just four shifts into my job. At 21, I had moved to a new city and was excited to join what seemed like a friendly team. The interview went well, and the owners were welcoming, so when I was offered the job and told about the 30-day probationary period, I felt optimistic. I was eager to learn and contribute, and my initial training felt positive. However, after my fourth shift, my boss called me aside and informed me that they decided not to keep me on. He didn't provide specific reasons, only mentioning that it wasn't the right fit and citing my customer service skills as a concern. This was particularly hard to hear because I had no indication that my performance was lacking during my short time there. I had been trying my best, and it stung to know that my soft-spoken nature might have been a factor in their decision. I’m left feeling confused and frustrated, mainly because I didn’t receive any feedback that could have helped me improve during the probation period. It feels unfair to be let go without the chance to adjust or understand what went wrong. I know this is a common experience in the job market, but it’s hard not to take it personally. I’m reaching out for advice on how to cope with this situation and whether it’s typical for employers to handle things this way.