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Should I leave my job? Crowded, dreary, dingy office spaces. Office mates managing their family dramas every day, in emotional fits. Sub-standard job performance by co-workers making me appear to be an over-achiever, when I am merely doing my job in a quiet, diligent and dependable manner. Ineffective and unproductive communication between departments which necessitate accountability. Willfull employees bent on creating and perpetuating social unrest in the workplace, keeping the Manager putting out fires, stealing momentum from her leading the team upward and onward. "Old Guarde" employees jockeying for power instead of using their strengths to promote a positive and supportive agenda. No benefits or paid Holidays except Christmas and New Years. The advantages of remaining, despite the things mentioned: close to home, casual office wear, good employee discount, flexible schedule when needed. Don't want to de-stabilize the management team by leaving with out a viable replacement. Please, only thoughtful and useful responses appreciated. Thank you for your time.
It's not your job to worry about de-stabilizing the management team. Just quietly look for a better, more suitable job, give your two weeks notice and leave.
I almost thought you might be my coworker...hmmm....until you mentioned the employee discount. I think a lot of places are like your place...I've never seen so much drama. I'm pretty sure our managers create a lot of it, too, making them look more important and "busy" when in reality, they're creating more work. I guess some people think if they complain about things constantly, that makes them appear (??) smarter? Heck, I don't know...
I agree with the others...keep doing what you know is right by being dependable, look for another position and then leave. They may feel burdened by your departure, but I'm pretty sure no consideration would be given to you if they decided to fire you. You can be ethical and still get a better job. Good luck and try to stay strong!
I'm sorry you're unhappy with your job. It doesn't hurt to pursue other options. Why not? Work on your resume and see what's out there. I know people with jobs with an unfathomable amount of drama. I'm lucky - every work place has some drama sometimes, but it really doesn't have to be that way.
Well, aside from the fact that you just described office environments everywhere really, you have not indicated what your life is like, are there kids you are raising, do you have enough money stashed to live on in case you can't find another for awhile, etc, etc.
Just because we dislike our work environment is not a good reason to just quit. Especially in the current economic climate. We all have to put on the big kid pants and do what is best for our families and ourselves. So unless you have another job to go to or tons of money stashed somewhere, stick it out while you look for something else.
But please keep in mind--all offices are going to have dramas and complacent people.
Should I leave my job? Crowded, dreary, dingy office spaces. Office mates managing their family dramas every day, in emotional fits. Sub-standard job performance by co-workers making me appear to be an over-achiever, when I am merely doing my job in a quiet, diligent and dependable manner. Ineffective and unproductive communication between departments which necessitate accountability. Willfull employees bent on creating and perpetuating social unrest in the workplace, keeping the Manager putting out fires, stealing momentum from her leading the team upward and onward. "Old Guarde" employees jockeying for power instead of using their strengths to promote a positive and supportive agenda. No benefits or paid Holidays except Christmas and New Years. The advantages of remaining, despite the things mentioned: close to home, casual office wear, good employee discount, flexible schedule when needed. Don't want to de-stabilize the management team by leaving with out a viable replacement. Please, only thoughtful and useful responses appreciated. Thank you for your time.
My short (but sincere and thoughtful) answer...
No.
My long answer...
I would wait until you have another job lined up before leaving that one, because otherwise if you leave before landing another job you face the risk of experiecing long-term employment. On average, it's taken people 6-12 month to find new jobs. However, you shouldn't force yourself to stay where you're at if you're miserable.
I also wouldn't worry about what happens to the company once you leave. As long as you were a good worker and put in your notice, you'll be fine when it comes to using them as a reference in the future.
Don't leave until you have another *firm* job offer, and even then, keep in mind that most places are messed up in one way or another... in the end, it's just a paycheck. Most companies are run so poorly these days it's better just to do what you need to do, keep your head down, and collect your paycheck without expecting anything to improve, sadly.
A = The amount of stress, annoyance, etc. you feel at your job as it is.
B = The amount of strees, annoyance, etc. you would have trying to find a new job, living off savings, etc.
If A is much, much greater than B then you should quit. Don't worry about destabilizing anything. Sorry to burst your bubble but they will probably have you replaced in two weeks time or not even backfill so they can save some cash. Almost no one is irreplaceable.
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