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Old 03-28-2008, 01:51 PM
 
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I am misrable in my current position but don't really want to leave the VA as a whole as they provide great benefits. I am not eligible for transfer until my 1 year mark, and then its a matter of something coming open. Besides I have always stayed at my jobs at least a year to give it a chance and it looks a little more acceptable on a resume.I am trying to stay committed to my orgional decision BUT I am telling you I dread work everyday-Its an 8 hour root canal. I am starting to want to give up and seek someting else-but feel this may be a mistake in a recession.

I am thankful to have a job and all but don't want to do something I hate-it just bogs down other parts of life. I would even take a pay cut to get out of this department. It was major mistake to leave my old job-but they droped health insurance.

Advice?? Have any of you ever felt this way? and what have you done?

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Old 03-28-2008, 03:39 PM
 
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yes and it is a horrible feeling. I know how you feel. I would start asking my friends if anyone is hiring. If not, just grin & bear it. I did a lot of that, grin, and did not say a word because it would not be nice. It's like holding your breath all day but at least it looks like you can get on here during the day. Don't hang around w/the people that annoy you or are making it harder; take your lunches if you have to; start saving some money in case it gets intolerable.
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Old 03-28-2008, 05:52 PM
 
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This can be rough. I know most people, if they are honest, dislike their jobs or some aspects of it.

Part of you wants to say "life is too short to be miserable.' The other half says, "suck it up."

I suggest you try to do some volunteering. Or get a new hobby. Anything that takes the focus off those 8 hours you are unhappy. And you will never know, maybe a new job can open up. Good luck. Most of us have had a job we hated.
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Old 03-31-2008, 09:17 AM
 
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Hang in there, it's tough everywhere. I read a thread one, where it was stated if work was fun we would do it for free, that' why they have to pay to work. Try to look at the positive side of things and think if you had no job, then you wouldnt have any benefits. Also you are helping a lot of veterans by working at the VA and I am sure that they appreciate you. I am retired military and I say THANK YOU. Things could be worse, look at Reverse Discrimination on this website. Hang in there.
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Old 03-31-2008, 10:16 AM
 
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Hang in there, it's tough everywhere. I read a thread one, where it was stated if work was fun we would do it for free, that' why they have to pay to work. Try to look at the positive side of things and think if you had no job, then you wouldnt have any benefits. Also you are helping a lot of veterans by working at the VA and I am sure that they appreciate you. I am retired military and I say THANK YOU. Things could be worse, look at Reverse Discrimination on this website. Hang in there.
You are so very welcome. I do enjoy the veterans. I am still hanging in there and hopefully will be moved to a department that fits me better.
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Old 03-31-2008, 01:19 PM
 
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I completely understand. I work for a government agency as well (hmm, is there a theme here?), and while the actual work I do is okay, the remainder of the job is horrible- the people, the management, etc. I hate being here, but I stay because:

A. I make a good salary I'm unlikely to make anywhere else.
B. Good benefits.
C. A little more job security than in some private companies.

My husband I and I hoping to get to the point that I don't have to stay here forever, but until then, I suck it up.
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Old 03-31-2008, 03:31 PM
 
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I am misrable in my current position but don't really want to leave the VA as a whole as they provide great benefits. I am not eligible for transfer until my 1 year mark, and then its a matter of something coming open. Besides I have always stayed at my jobs at least a year to give it a chance and it looks a little more acceptable on a resume.I am trying to stay committed to my orgional decision BUT I am telling you I dread work everyday-Its an 8 hour root canal. I am starting to want to give up and seek someting else-but feel this may be a mistake in a recession.

I am thankful to have a job and all but don't want to do something I hate-it just bogs down other parts of life. I would even take a pay cut to get out of this department. It was major mistake to leave my old job-but they droped health insurance.

Advice?? Have any of you ever felt this way? and what have you done?
I was in a similiar position with a gvenment job that I endured for 6 years hating every minute. The advantages were the benefits and the generous family leave policy that I so needed as a parent of a young child as well as reasonable health insurance. By staying the course, a better position became available in time and I was able to tranfer to a better department. As a result of my tenacity, I have accrued a pension and leave time, something the private sector does not always provide. During the 6 long years when I hated my position, I focused on new hobbies to keep from being too discouraged. I have no regrets now. If there is potential for lateral transfers between departments and you really need the benefits, try sticking it out. Sometimes I think the happy gurus that write all the feel good stuff don't know how to stick out a tough situation. My experience has made me appreciate the ups and downs of work.
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Old 03-31-2008, 06:50 PM
 
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I have been in the same situation for 8 months. I was laid off from my previous job that I was at for 5 years when the company sold. This job was very similar in the work, but the work enviroment was/is miserable. I told myself I would stick it out for a few more months when I was going on vacation and would give notice after that. I gave my notice last week. I gave my notice last week. While some may not view it as a wise choice, I truly couldn't take anymore. I am currently looking. Just my little story...
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Old 03-31-2008, 08:23 PM
 
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that's y it is called a j o b. just be glad u r employed. and do whateva u like on the side or as a hobby.
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Old 04-01-2008, 12:07 AM
 
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that's y it is called a j o b. just be glad u r employed. and do whateva u like on the side or as a hobby.
I realize a job isn't all fun, but I tell you- I have actually enjoyed work until now! Not the work itself making me nuts, just the personnel and management. Way too many chiefs and not enough Indians type set up.
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