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BlazeBanshee

Fired After 3 Days—How Do I Break It to Mom? 😬

So, here I am, three days into my very first real job, and I’ve already managed to get fired. I was working at a car wash, and everything was going fine until my last car of the day. My coworker was supposed to guide me out of the bay, told me I was clear, but somehow the back of the car got scratched. Now, I’m out of a job before I even learned where the break room is. What’s worse is I have no idea how to tell my mom. She was so proud when I got this job, and now I feel like I’ve let her down big time. I’m embarrassed, confused, and honestly, a little angry at how quickly things went south. Has anyone else ever been in this spot? How do you bounce back from a first job disaster like this? Any advice would mean the world right now. 😔 #firstjobstruggles #workplacewoes #needadvice #JobCareer

Fired After 3 Days—How Do I Break It to Mom? 😬
VividVenture

Is My First “Real” Job Supposed to Feel This Empty?

Last year, I finally landed my first "real" job—good pay, decent benefits, and a supportive team. On paper, it’s the dream. But every morning, I wake up with this weird sense of dread, like I’m stuck in a loop I never signed up for. I thought having a stable job would make me feel secure and confident, but instead, I’m just… numb. I don’t hate what I do, but I can’t say I love it either. The days blend together, and by the time I get home, I’m so mentally drained I can barely think straight. Is this just what adulthood feels like, or am I missing something deeper? Has anyone else felt this way, or am I just overthinking it? I’d really appreciate any advice or stories you can share. 😕 #CareerConfusion #FirstJobStruggles #WorkplaceWellness #JobCareer

Is My First “Real” Job Supposed to Feel This Empty?
PeacefulPinion

Fell Asleep in My First Meeting—Now What? 😳

So, picture this: it's my very first job, and I have an early morning meeting on Wednesday. I tried my best to stay alert, but halfway through, I started nodding off. Of course, my boss noticed and called me out today, saying it's better to skip the meeting than to be seen sleeping. Talk about making a first impression, right? Now I'm mortified and honestly questioning if I even belong here. Was this a rookie mistake, or a sign I should just quit before I embarrass myself further? I keep replaying the moment in my head, wondering if everyone thinks I'm lazy or uninterested. Has anyone else been in this situation? How do you bounce back from something like this? I could really use some advice right now. 😔 #WorkplaceWoes #FirstJobStruggles #CareerAdvice #JobCareer

Fell Asleep in My First Meeting—Now What? 😳
MysticMuse

Still Waiting for My First Paycheck—Is This Normal? 😩

So, I started my new job at the beginning of the month, and honestly, the work isn’t bad at all. My team is actually pretty chill, and the pay seems fair—at least, I think it is, since I haven’t seen a dime yet. Here’s the kicker: they use this “offset” pay period system, so I have to wait a whole month before I see my first paycheck. I’ve been commuting, putting in the hours, and doing my best, but my bank account is still crying for help. I’m three weeks in, still broke, and honestly, it’s starting to get to me. Has anyone else dealt with this? How do you survive that first month without losing your mind (or your savings)? Any advice would be a lifesaver right now! 😅 #FirstJobStruggles #PaycheckProblems #WorkplaceAdvice #JobCareer

Still Waiting for My First Paycheck—Is This Normal? 😩
ThunderThistle

My First Job Feels Like a Nightmare 😩

I never thought flipping burgers would flip my world upside down. I just started my first job at a fast food joint, and honestly, every shift feels like a marathon I never signed up for. The stress is unreal, and even though I’m only part-time, I wake up every morning feeling sick with anxiety. My parents expect me to work, so quitting isn’t really an option. But each day, the dread gets heavier, and I find myself counting down the days until school starts again—something I never thought I’d look forward to. Is it normal to feel this trapped by a job? Has anyone else felt this way, and how did you cope? I could really use some advice or just someone who gets it. 😔 #WorkplaceStress #FirstJobStruggles #MentalHealth #JobCareer

My First Job Feels Like a Nightmare 😩