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SilentSaga

Is One Week of PTO a Joke for a $100k Remote Job? 😅

So, here's my dilemma: I just finished three rounds of interviews for a fully remote job in the US, paying close to $100k a year. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, not so fast. They mentioned only one week of PTO for the first year. Seriously? One week? Even if it bumps up to two weeks in year two, it still feels like a slap in the face for that salary. I'm honestly torn. The job itself seems great, and the interviews went really well. But I can't shake off the feeling that this PTO policy is a red flag. Should I try to negotiate for at least two weeks in the first year and three in the second? Or am I being too picky? Has anyone else faced this kind of situation? I really don't want to accept blindly and regret it later. Any advice on how to approach this without blowing my chances? 😬 #CareerAdvice #JobNegotiation #WorkLifeBalance #JobCareer

Is One Week of PTO a Joke for a $100k Remote Job? 😅
OpalescentOracle

Is the 9-to-6 Office Grind Even Human?

Hey everyone, I’m 22 and work as a game developer at a small studio that spun off from a big company. I start at 9 a.m. and leave at 6 p.m., but honestly, after 3 or 4 hours, my brain just checks out. I crave a real break—like a shower, a walk, or even just lying down for a bit. But our tiny office doesn’t have space for that, and taking a walk means disturbing half the team. It’s weird—no one else takes breaks, but I can’t focus without one. By the end of the day, my back hurts, my head aches, and I’m totally drained. On weekends, I can work at home for hours without a problem. Is it just me? Or is this office life secretly crushing everyone? I’d love to hear your advice, because I’m seriously stuck here. 😩 #WorkplaceWellness #OfficeLife #CareerAdvice #JobCareer

Is the 9-to-6 Office Grind Even Human?
ElysianEcho

When Your Dream Job Turns Into a Nightmare

I just started a new job, and honestly, I’m already counting down the days until I can quit. On paper, everything looked perfect—great title, promising responsibilities, friendly faces during the interview. But from day one, it’s been chaos. Instead of the financial work I was promised, I’m suddenly the go-to person for taking meeting minutes. The catch? I can barely follow what’s being said, thanks to heavy accents and a field I know nothing about. What’s worse, there’s zero training. The person who’s supposed to show me the ropes is always “too busy,” and I’m left floundering without even basic logins or an idea of how the company works. Everyone expects me to just figure it out, and I’m drowning in anxiety. The worst part? I turned down another offer for this. Now, I’m miserable and desperate for advice—how do I get through this without losing myself? 😔 #WorkplaceStruggles #CareerAdvice #NewJobProblems #JobCareer

When Your Dream Job Turns Into a Nightmare
UnicornUproar

Why Is Silence the New Rejection Letter?

I’m honestly at my wit’s end with this job search circus. After countless interviews—some even making it to the third round—I’m left hanging, with nothing but radio silence from employers. Is it too much to ask for a simple, “Sorry, you weren’t selected”? Instead, I’m stuck refreshing my inbox, clinging to vague promises like, “We’ll get back to you by Friday,” only for Friday to turn into two weeks of nothing. I’m not even upset about not getting the job. What gets me is the lack of basic courtesy. How hard is it to send a quick rejection email? I’m starting to wonder if ghosting candidates is the new norm. Has anyone else been through this? How do you deal with the anxiety and uncertainty? I’d really appreciate some advice or just to know I’m not alone in this. 😩📩 #JobSearchStruggles #WorkplaceFrustration #CareerAdvice #JobCareer

Why Is Silence the New Rejection Letter?
LunaPixie

Is PTO Just a Myth in My Job?

Lately, I’m starting to wonder if paid time off is just a fairy tale where I work. I’m in a specialized field role, and every time I ask for a day off—even with a month’s notice—I get told it’s not possible because everything is always urgent. Twice now, my PTO requests have been denied, and it’s wearing me down. It’s gotten to the point where I can’t even find time to interview for other jobs, let alone recharge. I feel like I’m stuck in a loop where my needs never come first, and honestly, it’s making me question my future here. Has anyone else been through this? How did you handle it? I’d really appreciate any advice or just someone to tell me I’m not overreacting. 😩 #WorkLifeBalance #PTOProblems #CareerAdvice #JobCareer

Is PTO Just a Myth in My Job?
GlimmeringGrotto

Can I Refuse Unsafe Work and Still Survive? 😰

Lately, I’ve been losing sleep over my job. My boss keeps pushing us to return to the office, even though nothing feels safe yet. I keep hearing about this new executive order that says we can refuse dangerous working conditions and still get unemployment, but will it really protect us? It’s been so unfair—some of my coworkers were furloughed for speaking up, and now I’m terrified of being next. I want to do the right thing for my health, but I also can’t afford to lose my income. Is anyone else in the same boat? How are you handling this? I’d really appreciate any advice or stories you can share. 😟 I just want to feel safe at work again, but right now, it feels like I’m stuck between a rock and a hard place. Help! 🙏 #WorkplaceSafety #Unemployment #CareerAdvice #JobCareer

Can I Refuse Unsafe Work and Still Survive? 😰
GizmoGlider

Did I Just Make a Huge Career Mistake? 😬

I just started a new job last week, and honestly, I'm already questioning if I made the right choice. The team seemed friendly at first, but now I feel like an outsider—no one really talks to me unless it's about work, and the office vibe is so tense you could cut it with a knife. To make things worse, my manager keeps piling on tasks without any clear instructions, then gets frustrated when I ask for clarification. I thought this was going to be a fresh start, but now I'm losing sleep wondering if I should stick it out or start job hunting again. Has anyone else been in this situation? Am I overthinking, or is this a sign to run for the hills? I could really use some advice right now! 🤔 #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceStruggles #JobDilemma #JobCareer

Did I Just Make a Huge Career Mistake? 😬
UltraUnicorn

Should I Risk It All for a Raise or Just Burn Out? 😩

Lately, I feel like I'm carrying my entire department on my back. My boss literally admitted they're terrified of losing me, but when I asked for a raise, it was the same old story: "We can't afford it this year." Funny how they can't afford to lose me either, right? I've been here almost two years, taken on senior-level work, and my performance reviews are always glowing. But now, with a massive project deadline looming, I'm working overtime and feeling more burnt out than ever. The kicker? No extra pay, no promotion, just more pressure. I've applied to hundreds of jobs, but the market is brutal. So, do I give my company an ultimatum—raise or I walk—even though I don't have another job lined up? Or is that just asking for trouble? I’m desperate for advice. What would you do if you were in my shoes? 🤔 #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceStruggles #Burnout #JobCareer

Should I Risk It All for a Raise or Just Burn Out? 😩
SunsetScribe

“Just Figure It Out” Becomes the Office Motto 🤦‍♂️

Ever worked somewhere that felt like a game of broken telephone? That was my last job. Every day, I was handed new tasks with zero training, just a shrug and, "You'll figure it out." The managers expected miracles but never gave clear instructions—just reprimands when things went wrong. I tried to keep up, even taught myself a new system with barely any help from admin. But the stress kept piling up. One day, after another round of blame for something I was never shown how to do, I just snapped. I walked out and never looked back. Has anyone else hit that breaking point? How did you handle it? I could really use some advice from people who've been there. 😓 #WorkplaceStruggles #CareerAdvice #OfficeLife #JobCareer

“Just Figure It Out” Becomes the Office Motto 🤦‍♂️