I was recently let go from my Junior Financial Analyst position after just 6 weeks, which was incredibly frustrating. I had left my previous job for this new opportunity, believing it would provide better compensation and a clear career path. I was excited to report directly to the CFO of a private equity-backed home services company, and I even received a 30% salary increase along with a bonus. Initially, the onboarding process went well, and I was getting along with everyone, including the CFO. However, on my third week, I was informed that the CFO was being replaced, and I would now report to the Controller. This was a huge red flag for me since the CFO's involvement was a major selling point during the interview process. As I tried to adapt, I proposed a data automation solution for a daily revenue report to streamline processes. Unfortunately, after presenting my work, the CEO publicly criticized it during a meeting, which felt humiliating. He then had someone else redo the report without informing me, leading to a chaotic situation with inaccurate data. After realizing that the expectations for my role were misaligned with what I had been told, I was informed by the Controller that they no longer needed my position. They offered me three weeks of severance pay, which was disappointing, especially after I had left a stable job for what I thought would be a better opportunity. Now, I'm back to job searching and hoping to find a position that truly aligns with my career goals.