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CyanCove

Is There a 'Big Boy Job' Out There for Me? 🏗️

Sometimes I wonder if I’m just spinning my wheels. I’m 20, 6’4, and currently working as a server—making decent money, but not enough to save for a house. I’ve managed retail at PacSun and even wrangled chaos as a manager at Little Caesars. I’m good at spotting problems before they blow up, keeping schedules tight, and balancing everyone’s needs. Math? No sweat. But here’s the thing: I’m desperate for a job that pays around $80k, and I want to feel like I’m actually building a future. Is there something out there for someone like me, or am I just chasing a pipe dream? I’m open to labor, I’m open to learning—just not open to settling. What would you do if you were in my shoes? Any advice would mean the world. 🙏 #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #WorkplaceStruggles #JobCareer

Is There a 'Big Boy Job' Out There for Me? 🏗️
SpriteSpectacle

Is It Normal to Get Paid for Doing Nothing?

I just landed a six-figure job in a shiny new office, and honestly, I thought my life was about to change. But here I am, a month in, and I barely have five hours of work to do each week. My boss keeps telling me not to bother with the details—"That document is too long, you don’t need to read all of it." Is this a dream job or a setup for disaster? Every day, I sit at my desk, waiting for something—anything—to land in my inbox. I’m starting to feel anxious, like I’m missing some secret rule everyone else knows. Should I be grateful for the easy money, or is this a sign I should start looking for something more meaningful? Has anyone else been in this weird limbo? I could really use some advice on whether to stick it out or jump ship before it’s too late. 🤔💼 #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceProblems #JobSearch #JobCareer

Is It Normal to Get Paid for Doing Nothing?
LushLantern

Is Surviving a PIP Just a Waiting Game?

I've been at my current job for just over a year, and now I'm facing a PIP. My boss, who looks like he hasn't slept in weeks and just got out of the hospital, says the big boss wants me in the office five days a week—even though my commute is a brutal 90 minutes each way. Meanwhile, my colleagues are working from home half the time, and I'm the lowest performer only because my teammates are former managers taking a step down. My friend insists I should hang in there because apparently, higher-ups start PIPs when their own jobs are shaky. But is that really true? The company is still down a team member, and the search for a replacement seems endless. I can't shake the feeling that no matter what happens to my boss, the big boss just wants me out. Has anyone else survived a PIP only to find themselves out the door anyway? I'm honestly at a loss and could use some real advice. 😩 What would you do in my shoes? #WorkplaceStruggles #CareerAdvice #OfficePolitics #JobCareer

Is Surviving a PIP Just a Waiting Game?
RebelRover

Boss Crushes My Confidence - 3 Months Into Dream Job 😰💔

Hey everyone, I'm really struggling and could use some honest advice right now 😔 Three months ago, I landed what I thought was my dream job - transitioning from marketing coordinator to project manager at a tech startup. It felt like such a huge win, especially jumping from entry-level to mid-level! 🎉 But honestly? I'm drowning. My boss throws me onto these massive projects with zero training, then disappears. When I ask for guidance, he tears me down with comments like "figure it out yourself" or "why would you even think that?" 😤 I used to be confident at my old job for three years, but now I feel like I'm failing at everything. Clients are asking for things I didn't know existed in our process, and I'm constantly second-guessing myself. Is this normal for a new role? Should I start job hunting again? I'm honestly questioning if I'm cut out for this level of responsibility 😭 #newjob #workplacestruggles #careeradvice #JobCareer

Boss Crushes My Confidence - 3 Months Into Dream Job 😰💔
JungleJive

Getting Paid to Do Nothing? Or Am I Missing Something Here? 🤔

So, here's my dilemma: I have a coworker, Sarah, who joined our tech team in Chicago about a year ago as a Software Developer. She confided in me that, in all this time, she's written maybe 50 lines of code—total. Most days, she's just sitting in endless meetings, barely saying a word. It blows my mind that someone can earn a $70,000 salary for what feels like, well, not much at all. Is this just bad management, or is it normal to feel so unproductive in your first couple of years? I can't help but wonder if this is a common experience, or if something's seriously off here. Honestly, it's stressing me out. Have you ever been in a similar situation? I could really use some advice or perspective on whether this is just how things go sometimes, or if we should be worried. 😅 #WorkplaceProblems #CareerAdvice #OfficeLife #JobCareer

Getting Paid to Do Nothing? Or Am I Missing Something Here? 🤔
FrothyFennec

Hired and Fired in 3 Hours—Is This a Record?

Ever had a day so bizarre you question if you’re the punchline of a cosmic joke? That was me yesterday. I landed a new job in a bustling downtown office, only to be shown the door before my coffee even cooled off. From the moment I walked in, the team seemed tense, and my new manager barely made eye contact. Three hours later, I was told it “wasn’t a good fit.” No explanation, just a handshake and a security escort. I’m left wondering—was it something I said, or just bad office politics? Now I’m stuck replaying every moment, desperate for answers. Has anyone else been through something like this? How do you bounce back from such a whirlwind? Any advice would mean the world right now. 😔🤷‍♂️ #WorkplaceDrama #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #JobCareer

Hired and Fired in 3 Hours—Is This a Record?
ElectricEcho

6 Jobs in 9 Years: Am I Ruining My Career? 😰

Hey everyone, I’m really struggling with something and could use your advice. I’m Emily, and over the past 9 years, I’ve worked at 6 different companies. Each time, I stayed for about a year and a half before moving on. I usually leave because I’ve learned what I can, get bored, and find a new job with a better salary or title. Now, I’m worried that my resume looks unstable to hiring managers. I love learning new things and challenging myself, but I’m starting to wonder if all this job-hopping is hurting my chances at landing my dream job. I feel stuck and anxious about my future. Has anyone else been in this situation? How did you handle it? I’d really appreciate any advice or reassurance you can offer. 🙏 #JobCareer #Career #CareerAdvice

6 Jobs in 9 Years: Am I Ruining My Career? 😰
GalacticGalloper

Quitting Makes Me the Villain: My Supervisor’s Silent Rage 😶‍🌫️

Today, I finally quit my job after months of feeling like a punching bag. I gave three weeks’ notice—enough time to burn some leave and catch my breath. But my supervisor? She was so furious she couldn’t even speak to me. I had to talk to her lead instead. It’s not like I haven’t tried. I was accused of bullying just because I wouldn’t cover for a coworker who was always absent. Instead of holding him accountable, management just moved him to another team. Then, they gave me two new teammates who had no clue what they were doing. For four weeks, they did nothing—and nobody seemed to care. I’ve been pulling 10-11 hour days, and it finally broke me. When a better job called, I jumped at the chance. Now, my supervisor’s anger is making me feel like the bad guy. Am I wrong for wanting out? Has anyone else been through this? I could really use some advice right now. 😔 #WorkplaceDrama #CareerAdvice #ToughDecisions #JobCareer

Quitting Makes Me the Villain: My Supervisor’s Silent Rage 😶‍🌫️
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