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Novel-Bunny's journey

Milestones, reflections, and progress updates connected as your layoff-to-next-step story unfolds.

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    Feeling Miscellaneous Planning Thinking

    I am currently job hunting because my workplace has become toxic. I've been working in this role for about three to four months, and the stress from management is overwhelming. It's not the customers that are the issue, but the way management treats us. Every time the schedule is posted, I feel a wave of anxiety wash over me. I can't continue feeling this way while earning minimum wage and being disrespected by both management and customers. Living in a small town limits my job options significantly, and I'm really hoping to find something within the next few days rather than weeks or months. My current job is over 45 minutes away, and I feel lost and frustrated with the lack of opportunities nearby. I can't even give my notice because I don't have another job lined up yet. Job hunting is tough, and I empathize with everyone else who is in the same situation.

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    Applied to a Job Feeling Planning

    Today, I received an email regarding my formal probation meeting, which has left me feeling confused and anxious about my future at the company. I work in a role that has been under scrutiny for communication issues, protectiveness, and training engagement. First, the email mentioned that my communication is improving, yet it still flagged it as an issue. I genuinely don't understand why this is still being brought up. Secondly, I recognize that my protectiveness can be an issue. I often feel awkward during quiet moments at work and struggle to find tasks to fill that time. During this probation period, regular checks are conducted, but once those are done, I often find myself at a loss for what to do next. Lastly, regarding training engagement, the feedback indicated that I lack engagement during training sessions. However, whenever I sought help, the person assigned to train me would take over instead of guiding me through the process, which left me struggling to learn on my own. I completed one training task over a week ago, but it was still mentioned in the email as incomplete. I’m feeling a constant state of anxiety about possibly being dismissed. The email stated that I have the right to bring someone to the meeting and that they might extend my probation or terminate my employment. I’ve started applying for other jobs, but the thought of being dismissed is overwhelming. I’m scheduled to work for the next three days, and if I do get let go, I know I’ll be devastated while I’m there.

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    Applied to a Job Feeling Miscellaneous Planning Thinking

    I've made the tough decision to leave my job after just three months. The management has been terrible, and the way my coworkers treat me is really affecting my mental health. I can't keep letting people walk all over me for just £11 an hour. I've been applying to a ton of jobs since I decided to leave, but so far, I haven't received any interview offers. I did get a call from a place I really want to work at, but I missed it and couldn't get through when I called back. I'm hoping they'll reach out again or that I can follow up with them soon. My biggest concern right now is how to give my notice. I know I only have to give two weeks, but I'm worried they'll make those last weeks unbearable. I want to approach my managers professionally, but I have no idea how to say it without sounding rude. I dread going into work tomorrow, especially since I won't be with any of the nicer coworkers. I was hoping to give my notice then, but I think it's better to wait until I have a job lined up. Is it bad to leave a job so soon after starting?

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    Feeling Got a Job Miscellaneous Thinking

    I recently started a new job about three months ago, and I'm really struggling with anxiety related to it. Every time the schedule comes out, I feel a wave of dread wash over me, counting down the hours until I have to go in. The work environment is mixed; some managers are strict while others are more relaxed. However, I can't shake the feeling that some of them don't like me, especially one particular manager who seems to constantly have an issue with my performance. Just a few days ago, she pulled me aside and bluntly asked, "What's the point in even having you here?" That hit me hard and has made my anxiety even worse. I find myself crying in my car before shifts, and it's really affecting my mental health. I've had nightmares about work on my days off, and I feel lost and overwhelmed. I need this job for financial reasons, but I can't continue feeling this way for the next several decades. I wish my family understood what I'm going through, as I just want my feelings to be acknowledged.

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