Thread: Hate my job- need to get out!

There is no harm done from applying to jobs, getting interviews, and getting rejected (or even better, accepted!). It is very scary starting a new job and putting yourself out there, but what do you have to lose? There is no use in staying at a job that you hate and find miserable. It will always leave you wondering what else is out there. Go find out! You can do it!! I was laid off from my last job and started applying the day after I got let go. It was super scary, because I was at my job then for over 3 years. I was comfortable there, but I had to find another due to bills. I applied and applied and heard nothing. It was really discouraging. I got a few phone interviews, but never landed a face to face interview and was always rejected. It happens and it nothing personal. Sooner or later I was interviewing face to face with a couple businesses that offered me positions, and I had my pick of what I wanted. It will all work out in the end and you just have to have faith in yourself. If you don't get the job, then it wasn't the right one for you. That's how I look at it. Everything happens for a reason

I also stopped at my local career center and spoke with someone about interview tips, updating my resume, etc. It helped me build my confidence a lot and didn't cost me anything!! Good luck!

Thanks Lizzard63. I think it's just the nerves. I'm wondering how long did it take you to find something comparable? I mean I expect at least 3-6months minimum. But with the economy the way it is, it feels like it's going to be a long hunt.

It took me about 5 months (and I found better). Just be patient. The right thing will come along.

I was bored and frustrated with my job, and was out there actively looking for almost a year. The recession didn’t help, let me tell you! Too many people lost their jobs, so the there were a lot of high qualified applicants out there.

I did go to several interviews and a couple of times I felt like I almost got the job, and there was always someone with “more experience”, or “higher qualifications” etc.

Until a friend of mine who works for a placement agency told me – unless you know someone who will recommend you and tell the hiring manager that you are the one they need, no one is really taking your application seriously. Nothing personally, but from the thousands resumes hiring managers receive, they would not even look at the pile, they’d rather have someone recommended to them through the company’s employees.

Most of the bigger companies today give incentives to their employees if they recommend a good professional for the open position in the company and usually the spot is filled before even the interviews are scheduled. The interviews are only for the show…

Anyways, short story long – I am still at my old job, but I am working on my fortune at home. This way I kept my monthly paycheck that gives me certain security until my venture lifts off, and I kept my sanity by not paying attention how boring or underpaid my current job is, as I keep my eyes on my goal – to leave this job and start working on my own terms, earning my own wealth, having time for my family and all the important things in life. It is happening for me, it can happen for you too – you just have to decide which way you want to go and stick to it. Drop me a pm if you want to chat more. I’d love to share my experience and help you get out of this rut!

Make it a great day!

anelim is correct for some places, but it doesn't hold true for all. My last job I recommended my brother a couple times, and I knew he was more than qualified for the job, but they wouldn't hire him (even though we wouldn't even be working together). The job that I currently have I didn't know a single person here and I was neck and neck with a girl from a different city. I think it all depends on where you live and the company you're applying to. Some places don't look through all the resumes, but if they are seriously looking for a qualified candidate, they will search for them, whether it be giving someone a chance through word of mouth or reviewing all resumes that come through the mail.

My personal belief is everything happens for a reason and what's meant to be will be. Just don't get discouraged. If a company throws away your resume, then it wasn't meant to be, but sooner or later someone will take interest in you and it will all work out in the end. Just don't give up!