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Did I make the right move?
I made a huge career change 2 years ago completely out of my comfort zone, I question it everyday. I enjoy the work but it doesn't fulfill me like recruiting did. I am not going to give up, I just need to find my place, is this my place. I left recruiting due to my health, my family well being and the stress level. I am much happier now and the stress level is pretty much done. I just don't feel like I am making a difference. I feel out of place and under appreciated like I am still the odd new girl in a mans world. How do I get over this an succeed, my manager told me in my last review that I need to think about my career here. I left my career to come here and was told there was no advancement here, the position I took the lady previously held for 47 years, I thought this is where I retire. I am not sure how to take his statement. He said I need to attend college not because of my job performance but that is the thing to do to further my career...what does that even mean??? to say the least I am confused about how I feel about this job. the benefits are great and I do enjoy the solitude of the job and the few people I have been included in their circle. What to do?
Stephanie StapletonHiring Manager for 15 yrs to Quality Tech
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03/10/20 at 6:10PM UTC
I did ask him what he meant and he said that I needed to think about what career I wanted out of life. I worked so hard because I didn't have a college education and for him to say that after being so impressed with me and my achievements without a college education it was a slap in the face.
I honestly don't know, I love being around the public but not in a retail situation, I enjoy helping people and seeing them grow. I always seen my self as a health care provider but my health will not allow that.
I am sure that there are less stressful recruiting possibilities but the pay and benefits are not as good as this job. I took this job in hopes that I could grow into something else here, but they have made it clear that there is no advancement in this job field, and I was okay with that until my manager made that statement, now I am just confused.
Lynne CoganCareer Coach for Realizing Professional Dreams
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03/10/20 at 6:04PM UTC
You are the only one who can decide if you made the right decision or not.
Question 1: Have you asked your manager meant during your review?
Question 2: If you don't stay where you are, what would you want to do?
Question 3: Are there any recruiting possibilities that are less stressful, better for your health, and your family than your last recruiting situation?
