Hello everybody, I'm facing a tough moment for me: evaluating another job after joining a new one.

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October 13,2021 at 4:07PM UTC

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Hello everybody,

I'm facing a tough moment for me: evaluating another job after joining a new one.

I started a new job 1.5 month ago in a society of one of the companies I've always wanted to work for. The organization is changing and lately (dunno when) we'll move into the main society - my working dream.

But I faced into reality: working hrs are not defined - everything put into everyone's sense, in my previous work exp I need to badge every presence so all extra hours were paid. There's often need to availability for working or doing some checks on Saturdays/Sundays - not my goal. But most of all colleagues aren't teaching me anything or little things and I'm really annoyed bc I do nothing - I've 5+ yrs exp but treating as a sort of super junior just bc they work here for their whole working life and they're also quite near to retire. I'm losing interests in learning or asking for activities.

On the other hand I'm worried about doin a wrong career path - I'd like to move into business but the role is too technical than I supposed to be and thinking I'm slowing my career.

I know managers are trying to "youngerize" the environment but they don't perceive this zero-engagement of new hires. I felt unsecured to complain about it bc they know the elders more than me, I feel poor confidence in me.

I'm looking elsewhere and probably I will do some other interviews, but I'm worried about future opportunities to re-join this company if moving elsewhere.

What can I do? Or what I'm doin wrong?

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Rene LetendreOctober 13,2021 at 5:12PM UTC
I'll be honest with you and say that I'm having a difficult time understanding many of the examples and context you are sharing either because I do not know the industry or terms you are using, or your communication is less than clear. If written (or verbal) communication is part of your job, you might want to think about ways to improve in this area. Understanding your audience is key; I, for one, have no idea what you mean by "society", or "badge every presence", or "doing some checks", for example.
As for advice about what to do: When you are new in a job, things are super-slow (in my experience) until you learn all the "things". It takes time. Do not rely on your co-workers to hold your hand, but instead talk with your supervisor about 1. EXACTLY what your job/tasks/objectives are and 2. WHO should train you 3. WHEN the training should happen and most importantly 4. HOW you can receive feedback so that you can be aware of areas where you are doing great and areas where you need to improve.
In short: make it your mission to do your current job exactly as your manager/supervisor needs you to do it. It doesn't matter what you've done in the past, it is now time to be the best.....WHATEVER your role is now. Excellence in this role will lead to more opportunities in your future.
Best wishes.
AnonymousOctober 14,2021 at 4:18PM UTC
Well if you decide to leave after only 1.5 months, you likely won't be hired again by this company so keep that in mind. Since you're still new I think you can raise these concerns with your manager or whoever is training you. If working weekends wasn't part of the initial agreement then you need to say that and draw a line of what you will and won't do. But if you truly feel that the job is the wrong fit, maybe see if there's another role on the team you can transition to first before you decide to leave.
Joann S. LublinOctober 19,2021 at 3:35PM UTC
I agree with the other commentators' observations but I also think you should make sure you don't burn your bridges by leaving this company on a bad note. If you can't get greater clarity from your direct supervisor about your duties, I suggest you reach out to someone in HR. And if you do decide to jump ship, you should make sure to let this company know how much you appreciated a chance to work there but the cultural fit wasn't right for you. Even if you're never rehired there, you want to make sure they don't bad mouth you to potential future employers. Best of luck!