I guess I'm just fed up with my job. It's all right. But I can't move any higher unless someone leaves, I can't get a raise, even though I rank near the top of the performance evaluations. , I can't even get an office (combination of space issues and job duties - I 'supervise' the work of our student workers in the large office area). I don't like what I'm doing, but there isn't much else left to do. I've given over most of my job to the student workers to keep them occupied, and I'm bored.
I'm way overqualified for this job. I'm smart as , but have no confidence in new territory. I'm worth more than this job can ever pay. I know some of the skills I have are transferable (this is pretty general stuff, completing applications and presenting them for review, and reviewing them can apply to applications for jobs, raises, grants as well as admission to university).
But I have a BA in history, with a minor in theatre. I've pretty much only worked at this job (though it's changed several times, growing in responsibilities and importance). I don't know what I could do. I've done career testing, and I've had some interest in some fields I test well in, but they all require advanced, specialized degrees (ministry, counseling, etc) that I just can't afford right now.
I like my boss here, but the organization is draining. I dreaded coming back from my honeymoon. I can walk in here fully rested, in a wonderful mood because of the gorgeous day and feel drained, headachy, and unhappy within an hour.
I don't know what to do about this. I know I'm not happy, but I'm terrified because I don't want to stay in this line of work (it's boring, and I think I am more creative and need more of a challenge than this could ever offer), but I don't know what I can do. It's such a frustrating situation, compounded by being the main earner in my marriage right now (certainly won't be forever, but . . .). And added to that, we are stuck in Houston until August at least, maybe December, and maybe up to three more years. I hesitate to look for a job here knowing we may be relocating back home as early as August, but fearing we may be here until 2008, and being stuck here.
Any advice on career change would be highly welcome.
My advice to you is to start making as many contacts and business relations with people as you can, while staying at your current job and perfoming well. Something always comes up, and the more people you know at a professional level that have a positive opinion of you, the better.
save up some money so you can afford to try a new job. however, it seems like you can't stay there anyway because you hate it...
Bonfire's advice is good. Exploring your options can do you a world of good- even if it just shows you how blessed you are to have as good of job as you do.
You have my full sympathy as I just got out of a similar work environment and my situation is like yours.
I'll pray. = )
Yes always make contacts with the higer ups and stay good with them, dont kiss their ass though just stay in good with them. Look in other departments for positions that are higher with a higher pay, then just apply for them when they open up. That way you have your contacts as references to show that your a good employee.....
by the way did they give you your red stapler back?
Bonfire and angel_luv's advice is perfect and something I needed to hear also. I'm in a similar situation to you easjer and it's definitely not easy.
I'll pray for you too. = )
Man everytime i hear someone say pray it reminds me of MC Hammer
You really are an angel. Thanks girl!
You've got to pray just to make it today.
Yes.
1. Understand that as long as you are working for someone else, you will never be able to do what you want.
2. Understand that becoming financially free requires dedication and time.
3. Understand that it takes discipline to become boss-free and financially free.
4. Start today!
Regards,
Steve
I wish you luck, clooneyschick.
Thanks for the advice, Bonfire and the prayers, Angel.
Best of luck to you also my friend!
ha ha ha ha yeah that was funny
Become a teacher....
Sounds like a State Worker.
It's easier to find a job when you have a job
good luck.
Yeah - that's in essence what I am. I work for a state university. Basically a state worker. I got a 4% raise this year. I ranked a 5 on my perf eval (of 5). But my coworker, who ranked a 3 (barely satisfactory) also got a raise. Because they were across the board, and they killed the merit raise. So what motivation, other than personal satisfaction do I have in continuing to do my best work? I'm already skating pretty closely to that line where you don't really care and you leave things too long and things get sloppy and then your work suffers because you don't care. And that's not where I want to go.
And I just had a long heart to heart with my boss, letting her know that I am going to begina job search. She is 100% in favor of that. Not because she wants me to leave, she was very explicit, but because she's also my friend, and she thinks that I've been bored for a really long time, and she thinks I can do a whole lot more for a lot more money, and 'use that enormous brain' of mine. And whatever she can do to help, she will.
So that's good. It's a step. I'm actually going to do this. Looking for a new job is scary. Fortunately, I'm good to go here for years more if I need to.
if you don't like your job? save some money and quit.
apparently you are a newlywed and i understand you have responsibilities and a family to worry about.
that's cool.
but what most people get trapped in is the fact that their job is a life time thing.
it's not.
go find another job in the same field that will pay you more.
then with the extra money, pay bills, save cash, make a plan for something you
REALLY WOULD LOVE TO DO AS A CAREER!
then when you ready, Just Do It, brother.
Remember, YOU choose where you work today, and you can choose where you'll work tomorrow.
goodluck!
Good luck, darlin'. Sounds like you have a good start, and have been very forthright and upfront about your concerns with your employer. Just remember not to burn any bridges, no matter how tempting.
Do you absolutly need a raise?
Is it critical to make more money in order to support your finances?
If not, then maybe you should look for a job that you will love, no matter the pay.
Well I mean as long as the pay is reasonable, dont get a job feeding horses @ min wage because you love horses...
also, education sets you free.
dabble in night classes til you find something you really like, unless you know what you really want to do already.
Thanks for the encouragement. If I could afford to, I'd do a masters in something in a heartbeat. , a personal goal of mine is to get my doctorate in history before I die. Ministry or counseling would be good.
Right now, until my husband graduates (probably August), I'm the primary supporter. I mean 85-95% of our finances. I have to work and make at least this much. However, our debt is not bad, but I'd be much more comfortable if I made another $5-7K a year, and that's not trying to save for or buy a house. . .
The thing is - I've been in a holding pattern for so long, now that we're finally married and I'm living life, and I'm happy - I don't want to be holding in my job. I want to be happy in what I'm doing. I'm willing to stay here until I can figure out what will make me happy and how I can make enough $ doing it. I've been unhappy for too long, and I'm not willing to poison my marriage with unhappiness from my job.
I can't believe the terrifying mixture of relief, terror and happiness at having made this decision. It won't be a quick fix, but I've got a job making ends meet for now, so it doesn't need to be.
Just keep the Faith, you said Ministry, so I'm sure your Faith in Jesus and your Knowledge that He carries us in our greatest time of need is solid.
Lean on each other, that's what a marriage is all about. You are on the right track.
Most Important...NO FEAR. DON'T BE SCARED. No matter what happens, It's gonna be alright.
easjer -
Why are you stressing yourself out so much?
Don't get a Masters degree (just yet).
Don't get a Doctorate (just yet).
Get educated in something that will set you and your spouse financially free THEN do those things with all the free time you will have. Instead of working for someone else and living paycheck to paycheck, instead of worrying if your employer will downsize, instead of wondering if you are saving enough for retirement, become proactive TODAY and live for tomorrow!
Regards,
Steve
Kill the person that has the higher rank than you.
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