I want to resign, but cannot afford to I am working at a very large logistic and tech company known for shipping rates, (I am an older worker with an advanced degree earned over 10 plus years ago.) I just started one year ago and it's a mind-numbing job.

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1. Rebecca AliSeptember 4,2022 at 12:51PM UTC

   A few questions - what were the hours you were hired to work initially? Did they ask if you could work the overnight shift or just move you to it? Are you looking for other work now? Are you not interested in the job because of the hours (unable to physically adjust, personal safety) or because it's a boring job? Did you talk to your manager about your concerns? If you're not currently looking for other work, you should weigh out your options. Make a list of pros/cons, jobs you would like that you are qualified for, people you can contact to help you seek new employment (networking). However, before you make any moves, I'd recommend that you write down what you want in your next role so you don't settle for something that's not a good fit for your needs.

2. AnonymousSeptember 4,2022 at 8:46PM UTC

   Great advice: To reply to some of your questions I was working 6 am to 2 pm and they are moving all shifts to overnight, and I want to shift careers because of hours, pay and it's a boring job.
   The managers are aware of the concerns. I will make a list preparing to find another job I really appreciate this and Thank you.

3. Isabella NyamahSeptember 4,2022 at 1:39PM UTC

   Safety is critical. If you can find another with even the same salary please go ahead and change it to prevent putting yourself at risk.

4. AnonymousSeptember 4,2022 at 6:49PM UTC

   I would try to find a new job first. I left a super toxic job two years ago and I'm still job hunting. I'm 39 and definitely feel the age discrimination. Everyone wants someone fresh out of college. The longer it takes me to find a job, the worse it looks on my resume too. No one will consider me because of the employment gap. Maybe it would be different for you but it seems like you're not in a financial position to be without income for long. Definitely try to line up a new job before you quit....especially if you live in NYC. I can only imagine what your living expenses are.

5. AnonymousSeptember 4,2022 at 9:30PM UTC

   NYC is one of the most expensive places to live in the country. Can you consider moving? I would use any time you have to apply to any logistic job within the contiguous U.S. Keep in mind the salary ranges are based on cost of living. For ex if your salary now is $50k in NYC, to perform logistic duties in a state with a lower cost of living like in the midwest in Oklahoma City, you could be offered $35K. But in Oklahoma City, you can rent a 2bedroom 1200sqft townhome for $700/mth. I grew up in Queens and couldnt wait to leave. People making 6 fig cannot have a middle class lifestyle such as having a decent sized home and car bc the cost of living is so freaking high. So if you are open to moving, do so. From wayfair to amazon to walmart to costco always needs logistic workers, so you shouldnt have a problem getting that type of job in any state. If you still want to stay in NY state, try upstate NY. If you are open to moving but still want an urban feel, try Atlanta, Georgia. Good Luck