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    I recently started a new job at a local business, but after just a month, I was given a two-week ultimatum to prove myself or face termination. The owners, including the general manager who is the owner's daughter, pulled me into a meeting and expressed their dissatisfaction with my performance. They claimed I lacked the 'fire and hunger' they expect, which left me confused since I believe I am doing my job as trained. The training I received was inadequate; my supervisor was on vacation for three weeks, and I was trained by another new hire who wasn't fully equipped to teach me. I haven't even completed the state-mandated sexual harassment training yet. The owners seem to favor the other reps who go out of their way to please them, such as running errands for them during lunch and volunteering for tasks that seem more about personal loyalty than job performance. I have a good rapport with some regular customers, including a local police chief, and I joked with him in a way that the owners found inappropriate. They also criticized my need for clarification on complex invoices, which I think is reasonable for someone still learning the ropes. I feel like I'm being held to a different standard compared to my coworkers, who often use their phones for personal matters while I was reprimanded for checking an emergency text. I'm really struggling with this situation and questioning if I'm overreacting or if this is a toxic work environment.

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