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    I recently hit the 3-month mark at my new job, and I'm already feeling that "daily dread" creeping in. I left a stable 8-5 position where I was well-respected, but I couldn't stand the CEO and a couple of colleagues. My new role offered a 20% salary increase and is fully remote, plus I get to work with people I know from my previous job. Despite these positives, I'm starting to doubt my decision. This is a hardcore startup environment, and the atmosphere is intense. Everyone seems to have a sense of desperation, treating every task like a life-or-death situation. There's also a lot of overlap in responsibilities, with people jumping in on tasks that others are already handling. The travel requirements are exhausting and weren't mentioned in my offer. I typically experience Sunday dread with every job, but now it's turned into a daily feeling of anxiety. By 8 PM, after putting my kids to bed, I find myself trying hard not to think about work. I knew this startup wouldn't be my forever home, but I'm already considering when my 1-year anniversary is so I can start looking for my next opportunity. I really don't want to return to my old job, but starting a job search now could jeopardize my current relationships. I know I need to stick it out for at least a year, but I'm looking for advice on how to navigate this situation.

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    I'm preparing to put in my notice on Monday as a director at a small company. My boss is known for being petty and vindictive, and I know she'll be floored by my decision. While I'm excited to move on to something new, I'm dreading the conversation. She hates being put in vulnerable positions and will likely make the next two weeks difficult for me, trying to paint me as the bad guy for only giving two weeks' notice instead of four. I really value my team, and I don't want to leave them in a tough spot, especially since I'm a critical part of our operations in this company of about 40 employees. I'm mentally preparing for the discussion this weekend and would appreciate any tips. Should I just disassociate and ignore any negativity, or should I set clear boundaries about what I won't accept? I'm also considering whether to prep my team in advance since I suspect my boss might react poorly. I've heard stories of people being told to leave immediately after resigning, so I'm bracing for that possibility too. I want to handle this professionally and leave on good terms, but I also want to be ready for whatever comes my way.

    Job title: director

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