Comments on: Twentysomething: Why it's smart to quit a job after just two weeks of work

By: The Phase before Burnout: Bargaining

The Phase before Burnout: Bargaining — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:02:04 +0000

[...] For many Gen-Yers, this is the evaluation phase before jumping ship. [...]

By: Andrew

Andrew — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:03:58 +0000

I'm 25 years old. I recently left a job after a little over a year, because it became very stressful and they changed my primary job role to something I wasn't passionate about and no longer utilized my skills. After a couple months, I was offered a job with another employer and probably should have thought twice before taking it. After a couple months in the job, my performance wasn't very good, as I just wasn't interested or knew enough about the field to be motivated. I went to my supervisor and told her that my heart just wasn't in it. I said that I thought about sticking it out and looking for another job while at this one, but knew this job needed someone more dedicated than that. I said I felt it would be unfair to them and just wanted to be honest about where I was. My supervisor thanked me for my honesty, gave me a hug and said she hopes I find something I am passionate about, as I'm a very talented individual. She said I didn't have to come back in to the office, as I had no pending projects, and insisted on paying me for two more weeks. I was nervous to tell my mother what I had done, as I was afraid what her reaction might be. I considered just not telling her, but I did, and maybe I should have kept my mouth shut. She thought it was a stupid thing to do, that I was "flitting from job to job," that it must be nice to just say "Oh, I don't like this job, I guess I'll just quit." Completely unsupportive and making me feel even more like crap when I'm already doubting myself and depressed enough. Thank you for writing what you did. It made me feel better.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:48:12 +0000

Thanks SG! =) I was starting to force myself to "enjoy" it until the past few days, with one of my bosses having me come in at 6am. Even though I may regret being at that position for such a short time, I now know what I am really looking for and can appreciate it all the more.
Just "existing" is how I felt to others, and I want to avoid falling into some zombie like state of living. I can now really look forward to the future (may consider studying IT or Journalism part time).

Apologies for any perceived dramatics and cheers for your response :)

By: S.G.

S.G. — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 02:26:29 +0000

Andrew: Quit. You sound like you are thinking in a rational way & are articulate. Do not stay at something you hate. It will only lead to depression & a low quality of life. You have obviously analyzed why this job is not the right fit for you so you will make a better decision next time. Life is too short to just "exist." You sound very mature & not at all "flighty" as some of the other posters do.

B. Rodriguez: Hope your new job does not require correct spelling as a "job description." See a specialist about your hives. Good luck.

Wishing much success for both of you (& all the others, too, of course).

By: B. Rodriguez

B. Rodriguez — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:34:31 +0000

I just quit a "Devil Wears Pradda" cool aid drinker. She is a screamer, thrower, and I'm pretty sure a bit racist. I have never just up and quit with out giving 2 weeks and already having another job lined up but this was unique to me but she was giving me stress hives.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:42:29 +0000

I too have started a new job and am absolutely hating it. The people are lovely and friendly but the type of work was entirely unexpected. I realise now that I tried to play myself up without questioning the position itself… Basically it's very mechanical (dirty) work, and I'm craving more of an office job… I want to quit but my partner and family suggest I stay for at least a year. I feel bad to leave so soon, wasting the company's efforts and time, yet I probably make it worse by sticking it out knowing I will definitely leave soon enough. I am into my 2nd week and can see how it may be to early to judge, but the nature of the job already spells out its future. I would really prefer a junior office role so I'm thinking to at least look for what's available.
Should I look after myself and find something I can enjoy at least half of the time, or should I suck it up for a year?

By: How to assess if your job is right for you in the long run | TalentEgg Career Incubator

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:12:58 +0000

[...] were offered the job, accepted it excitedly– albeit, maybe a little too hastily – and now, a couple of weeks in, you're unsure about your decision. Maybe it's been longer, but the same feeling of [...]

By: tomi

tomi — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 01:01:03 +0000

I lost my job 2 mos ago and found a job at a new resto that has an extremely disorganized management. I’ve only been at it for less than a month but I feel the energy and motivation draining everytime I go to work. I am staying at it until I find another job but someone told me to stay at a job for 6 mos before you quit. I’m not sure what is the right thing to do.

By: gigi

gigi — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:43:50 +0000

So you'd quit if you don't have a passion in what you do and hate what you do. So what if you don't hate it but just suck at it? Is it reason enough to quit if it seems as though you will never excel at what you do?

By: brittany

brittany — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 19:57:25 +0000

i think this is a great post. going through something similar myself. im in school for cosmetology, which i love, meanwhile i'm at a deadend job I HATE (going on an interview today =]) and my father tells me "be thankful i have a job" and "ur blowing the situation out of proportion". on the other hand, my mom (they're divorced) is very supportive of me, and is always about happiness over anything else. well written enjoyed the post!