I quit my job after a month for what I thought was my dream job

Anonymous

April 26,2022 at 11:39PM UTC

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I quit my job after a month for what I thought was my dream job

My dream job is a nightmare and I am leaving after 3 months there. Is it terrible to go back to previous employer and ask for a rehire?

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Audrey KirschApril 26,2022 at 11:54PM UTC
If you left on good terms and your co-workers were genuinely happy that you were going after a dream position, then I don't see a problem with it. However, don't expect things will be the same if you are rehired. They may figure you'll just keep looking and leave again as soon as another dream job comes along. You'll have to spend a lot of time rebuilding trust.
AnonymousApril 27,2022 at 12:10AM UTC
No not at all. It's safe, secure and you will catch right back up in the old groove.
The question is, will you continue to grow and receive promotions and raises and will your career flourish? If yes, then go for it.
AnonymousApril 27,2022 at 3:42AM UTC
PLEASE DO NOT LET FEAR HOLD YOU BACK! IF YOU ARE NOT HAPPY, GO AND ASK FOR THAT REHIRE-THE WORSE THEY CAN SAY IS NO. AND YOU CAN GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!