Why do I want to quit so bad?!
All of my coworkers talk about how much they miss being in the office and doing the work, but I don’t miss it at all. When stay at home first began, I thought to myself: “thank god, the break I need”.
We keep talking about “when we go back” and I keep thinking, I don’t want to be there when we go back.
Backstory here is that for my industry, I make a modest salary and have good benefits and our summers are very flexible. However there are stretches of months we cannot take a personal day unless it is an extreme emergency. I lost nights of sleep when I asked to go to my sisters graduation.
There are positives, such as I have been able to participate and take on projects that interest me more than my job description, and I have a supportive teammate who doesn’t mind that I do those things.
But our office culture is tough. My Boss has had a different employee on the chopping block for each of the last 3 years I’ve been in a supervisory role, and I’ve seen those 3 people either get laid off or demoted. I just feel it is a toxic environment, but it is only my second job in the professional world, and I don’t know if I’m naive to think it could be different/better somewhere else.
Is it COVID making me stir-crazy, in its way? If we were all in the office I’d be distracted enough with the day to day to just keep going. But we’re not in the office and I’m at home, thinking about how to get my ducks in a row and what to do next.
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Maybe it’s a Midwestern thing…
But it’s summer, and all I can think about is my mom’s 8-layer dip — the staple of every BBQ in the ‘80s.
Refried beans, sour cream, salsa, shredded cheese… you get it. Layers on layers on layers.
Delicious? Yes.
Overwhelming? Also yes. ?
Thankfully, building a strong networking strategy doesn’t require that many ingredients.
In fact, I’ve simplified it down to just 3 layers — and none of them involve awkward small talk or cringey cold DMs.
If you’ve been applying and hearing crickets, this might be your sign to try something different.
✨ I’m hosting a 90-minute live group session to walk you through my 3 Layers of Networking — so you can start landing real conversations (and interviews) without the cringe.
Want the details? Comment “I’m in” or DM me and I’ll send them over!
? What’s one “layer” of networking you actually enjoy — or one that totally intimidates you?
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Write a Resume that Gets Read and Gets You Hired
Hiring managers and recruiters don’t read every resume; they scan for standouts. Here’s a checklist that covers formatting, keywords, summaries, and more, all designed to help your resume get noticed.
https://www.market-connections.net/blog/write-a-resume-that-gets-read-and-gets-you-hired
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A dream role position has landed on my plate while I’m not feeling my very best due to a health issue .
I’m okay 65-70% percent of time but lately it’s been flaring . I don’t want to lose the opportunity and feel I should at least try and do my best . im praying to god , to help me land this job only if its meant to be as im afraid my health “might “ affect my performance . I’m currently still going through the interview process . Would like some feedback from some mid -senior level professionals . Has anyone been in this situation before ?
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Opinion on secondment
I've been in my company for 9 months .
The perfect secondment opportunity came up .
My manager said to meet the secondment manager.
However, my meeting didn't go well.
I asked all the relevant questions but the secondment manager was very negative in her responses and I felt bad vibes.
The role was perfect and exactly what Ive been dreaming of .
But every question I'd ask she would be negative and say x person is tough x team will write bad reviews.
I didn't know if this was to check how i'd behave so I just twisted it positively and say how I'd adapt and help her with these challenges.
I rejected the opportunity but don't know if it's the right decision.
How do you determine if the secondment is right for you
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How long should you stay in a position or company? Do you think there is a standard time?
Curious to know others thoughts on this topic. I've been hearing 2-5 years. I think there are multiple factors that determines the time such as security, money, toxic space, they love the role or company, it's not your career goal, they're bored etc
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Resume Red Flags
Some resume details might seem small, but to employers, they can raise big questions and they may hold back the job seeker. Here is a closer look at the red flags that might be doing more harm than good.
https://www.market-connections.net/blog/resume-red-flags
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