When Climbing the Ladder Feels Like Falling Off a Cliff

Three months ago, I joined a major tech company in Chicago as part of the senior leadership team. I thought I was stepping into a dream job, but it’s quickly turned into a nightmare. No onboarding, constant exclusion from meetings, and leadership that seems to thrive on making others feel small—especially me and my team. I’ve even been yelled at in front of colleagues. What’s worse is that I’m supposed to be leading HR, but there’s nowhere safe to turn. I’ve raised my concerns, only to be told, “That’s just how things are here.” My mental health is in shambles—I dread every morning, and weekends are just countdowns to more misery. I’m applying for new roles, but I’m terrified to quit without another job lined up, especially since my salary covers most of our household expenses. Has anyone else survived something like this? I’m desperate for advice or just a little hope. 😔 #WorkplaceStruggles #MentalHealth #CareerAdvice #JobCareer