Would this bother you?

Would this bother you?

I recently started a new job. I'm also near the end of a graduate degree directly applicable to my current job. When I started working here, I envisioned staying for at least a few years, but maybe not forever.

After being here for eight months, I still feel very much like a newbie, largely because things are pretty siloed, and information isn't shared as easily as maybe it could be. It also seems that my boss, while generally a supportive and easy-to-get-along-with person, isn't all that interested in what I'm doing. For example, when I share materials for him to review in advance of our 1:1s so that we can discuss the next steps, more often than not, he admits he hasn't looked at them. We'll then look at them in the meeting, but it doesn't really create a situation where he can provide useful feedback if there's any to be had.

At this point, I feel almost dead set on leaving when my degree is complete because it doesn't seem like anyone is expecting me to stay. It does sometimes make me feel a little unwelcomed even though I have done what I can to connect with people. Ironic, isn't it?

So, would this bother you?

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  1. Anonymous

    I tend to view these types of situations as a sum of their parts. Meaning you are capable, on a trajectory and have your career ahead of you. With your graduate degree the sky's the limit. Your boss on the other hand has probably very little in the way of career plans or excitement. Far less going on in terms of career highlights to look forward to.

    I would think it's not easy to show involvement with someone who has everything going for her. I would guess managing you is depressing for her.

    Just my take.

  2. Iky

    Proud of you for pursuing an advanced degree. Keep sharpening your skills and making yourself more valuable to an employer who treasures you and what you bring to the table.

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