I started a new job about a week ago.

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1. KatJune 1,2022 at 3:41PM UTC

   If you're interested in the other role, interview for it! No reason to pass up a good opportunity. Lots of red flags from the job you just started. They sound disorganized at best. Doesn't sound like a stable environment, so you might not last long or the company could go under any day now.

2. AnonymousJune 1,2022 at 3:52PM UTC

   It's a HUGE organization so they're definitely not going under, but agree to the disorganization. It's sitting funny to me ... like a pink flag. Not quite red, but getting there

3. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 4:09PM UTC

   Always trust your intuition

   in the past, i justified or rationalize ‘pink’ flags that turned in a really toxic environment as the years went by. We don’t have the benefit of hindsight moving forward so leaning on your inituition is invaluable

4. AnonymousJune 1,2022 at 3:47PM UTC

   Unless you are absolutely not interested, don't pass on an opportunity to interview. Interviewing does not mean that you will be offered the job or even want it after you've interviewed, but if you don't, you'll be left with "what if."

5. LaurenJune 1,2022 at 3:49PM UTC

   Def take the interview. The onboarding process is very insightful into how the inner operations work within a firm, which you’re seeing currently.

6. Erin A.June 1,2022 at 3:53PM UTC

   Absolutely take the interview.
   Your current (new) company has shown you what their onboarding process looks like and it's not great. Your experience as a new hire is likely the best you will ever be treated at a company. You're always within your right to interview and go to a new company, but I think in this case it would be a strong "excuse" for you to leave.

7. Liz PerryJune 1,2022 at 5:10PM UTC

   Definitely take the interview! It's unfortunate that the onboarding in your new role has been non-existent. Hopefully things get better, but honestly, the lack of onboarding is not a good sign. Interview with the other company and don't look back if you get an offer! Good luck

8. AnonymousJune 1,2022 at 5:16PM UTC

   I'm never ever conflicted when I am making decisions that will, potentially, positively add to my life. You don't rest on decisions that aren't working out or at least don't appear to be working out.

   Keep looking until things fall into place naturally and your gut or instincts tell you things feel aligned.

9. LorraineJune 1,2022 at 5:43PM UTC

   Go for the interview. Until you have signed with the company, you are still a free agent. And do not feel conflicted. It's your time to spend how you want.

10. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 2:44PM UTC

    She's still a free agent - no one "signs contracts" with employers binding them to said company for years. She is likely an "at will" employee. And just as they are free to severe her employment freely, she is free to seek other opportunities.

11. Barbara NegronJune 1,2022 at 5:58PM UTC

    Hi, I always leave my options open. I would say taking the interview doesn't mean you are taking the job. If you choose to explore the new opportunity I would recommend open and clear communication with the current employer.

12. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 2:46PM UTC

    What do you mean she should open "clear communication" with the current employer? You're not seriously suggesting that she INFORM the current employer about the interview? Please say it ain't so.

13. AnonymousJune 1,2022 at 6:06PM UTC

    Take the interview with the new company! You may feel conflicted, but you are fortunate to have another opportunity for a job where they actually might have time to get you your computer, onboard the information needed, and have meetings when they are scheduled. I have a funny feeling about the first company that hired you.

14. Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistJune 2,2022 at 4:20AM UTC

    Take that interview!
    You're in the honeymoon phase with your new company - this is when they're supposed to be on their best behavior - and they're throwing up red flags all over the place.

    Say yes - you can always say no later.

15. JYJJune 4,2022 at 4:08PM UTC

    Take the interview. You always want to keep your options open. Could be the lifeline you need. Things don’t work out all the time and people resign after a few weeks sometimes

16. Joyce Glas NielsenJune 5,2022 at 12:50PM UTC

    In my younger days, I would honor my commitment to the company I had just taken a position with. However, my years of experience have taught me that companies do not have paternalistic attitudes toward their employees. I’ve turned cynical due to RIFs, company sales, and other work-related situations I’ve lived through.

    Your current company is obviously not in synch. Someone wanted you to begin early but didn’t set you up for success. Red flag! I have to wonder what the company culture is like and how different departments work together.

    Take the interview. Be sure to ask questions about company culture, which will help you decide if you want to take the jump if offered. Having a back up plan is always a good idea!

    Best wishes!!

17. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 1:17PM UTC

    No, they didn't want Anonymous to start early. Anonymous pushed it.

18. Susan KuhnJune 5,2022 at 1:33PM UTC

    Good catch. Anonymous, please be more clear about who pushed the start date up and why you did it begrudgingly.

19. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 2:40PM UTC

    Not a good catch. Anonymous said after some back and forth she pushed the start date up "begrudgingly" which implies that the company pressured her to do so.

20. AnonymousJuly 18,2022 at 7:21PM UTC

    Correct- the company asked me to start earlier than the originally agreed upon date. Will definitely be more clear going forward. Thanks!

21. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 2:38PM UTC

    Anonymous didn't push the start date, the company did. She said after some back and forth she pushed her start date up "begrudgingly" which implies it was the Company that pressured her to do so.

22. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 2:42PM UTC

    What is "RIF?" I notice a lot of people post acronyms assuming everyone knows what it stands for. Unless its a universally known acronym please provide the full word description.

23. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 4:15PM UTC

    RIF is Reduction In Force. It means to terminate thru downsizing, ie, the org is not singling someone out and therefore not having to justify the termination for cause. And the person is not technically "fired."

24. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 1:06PM UTC

    Absolutely take the interview!

25. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 1:16PM UTC

    You moved up the start date and they weren't ready. They behaved begrudgingly for a reason. They've done a lot of work to get you on their team, and you wanted to be there. I'd give the current company more of a chance. Put it in your mind that nothing was ready for the first week, and treat the second week as the true first week - and you got the benefit of being paid for an extra week.

26. AnonymousJuly 18,2022 at 7:20PM UTC

    I did not move my start date, they asked me to start a week earlier several times and the agency I worked with “strongly encouraged” me to comply. The company was not ready for me on the requested start date - even with a months notice.

27. Stephanie F, MSHRMJune 5,2022 at 1:27PM UTC

    I doesn’t hurt to take an interview and keep options opened.

28. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 1:28PM UTC

    Definitely take the interview.

29. Susan KuhnJune 5,2022 at 1:30PM UTC

    Of course take the interview. If you get an offer, we're here to help you!

30. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 1:59PM UTC

    Recommend you go for the interview.

31. Troy NickumJune 5,2022 at 2:56PM UTC

    Take the interview. If this is how your new job is going to start, it sounds like it will be like this more often then not.

32. Susan RoblesJune 5,2022 at 3:23PM UTC

    It sounds like current new job pushed up your start date and then wasn't ready for you. Idk if potential job will be the same but I would take the interview. Nothing ventured nothing gained.

33. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 4:18PM UTC

    I concur with the majority - interview, especially if you think you'll regret not interviewing or ever wonder what if.

34. Marla FieldsJune 5,2022 at 4:32PM UTC

    I would interview. I always talk to recruiters even if I'm not looking because they might have something amazing or I might know someone who would be perfect for the position.

35. AnonymousJune 5,2022 at 7:16PM UTC

    You are like a leopard that changes its spots. For a person with integrity accepting a job means you will be a loyal employee and not jump ship if your laptop is late. You are not committed and loyal so current company might benefit from you leaving. For me job hunting is like dating. I quit dating once i am married. I quit job hunting once I commit to a job.

36. Susan RoblesJune 7,2022 at 10:29PM UTC

    I'm married to my husband not my job.
    I think employees and employers are continually dating. If a better fit comes along, for either side, you need to check it out!!!
    Btw, I may be married to my career but I'm still figuring that one out.

37. sjones9392June 9,2022 at 4:44PM UTC

    Yikes this doesn't sit well with me. They haven't communicated a proper start date or provided updates to her and meetings were already scheduled. This is a major red flag. To ignore them and miss out on other opportunities is negligent and could land her unemployed in the short term if they pull her offer. It's not an integrity thing- we don't all have the luxury of waiting for a job to start or positive past experiences with employers that make you believe they'll be loyal to you. OP- I'd be taking interviews. This company sounds unprofessional and onboarding is such a critical view of how they operate.

38. Madam anon663July 18,2022 at 7:38AM UTC

    Late to the party but what a horrible answer. No company is loyal, and I certainly don't want to think of a job as my marriage, blech. I don't commit to a job, I commit to myself, so I would hope OP does what is right for HER, not an employer.

39. AnonymousJuly 18,2022 at 7:17PM UTC

    Thank you!!

40. AnonymousJuly 18,2022 at 7:17PM UTC

    I don’t normally switch jobs like this so I don’t agree with your take when it comes to “changing spots”. I did take the interview, did not get that particular role. It has been almost two months and I did receive the laptop but have still not been onboarded to the project. As a person who (right or wrong) measures their personal worth by their productivity, this current role is becoming very unhealthy for my mental state.

    As someone else stated, I married my husband not my job. A company will lay off 10% of its workforce with no consideration or reason, especially in at will states, I think it’s high time we as people take the same road.

41. Kelly HewittJune 5,2022 at 10:08PM UTC

    Commitment involves 2. Your current company has failed to show real commitment. Don’t second guess yourself. Always look for and be open to opportunity not present. Best of luck!

42. Karen GongawareJune 6,2022 at 5:21PM UTC

    WHims are the Universe's way of telling you to do something! Go forth and interview. You owe your present company zero loyalty as they have shown zero interest in making you welcome.

43. Farah BajwaJune 7,2022 at 4:28PM UTC

    No one will look out for your best interest than YOU. Take the interview! Nowadays, it's rare for companies to be loyal to their employees, especially companies that are "at will."

    And based on how you described accepting your current role, "begrudgingly," there seems to be no love lost if you choose to leave them for this potential role - so long as you do so in an amicable manner because its never a good idea to burn bridges. Its healthy to always keep the door open to discussions even if you love your current position because you never know. Good luck!