Newarcher Posted August 24, 2007 Report Share Posted August 24, 2007 It looks like I am in the job market again...no, I am still employed. However, my company was just bought out and not much has changed except the new company is cut from the Seattle liberal touchy feely type atmosphere. Our top HR person is called 'Chief People Person'. No, I am not kidding. The reasons for leaving are as follows: 1) Dead end job. The only management positons are held by the people who wrote the software originally. Only a couple of the same people have been promoted the time I have worked here. 2) Thankless job. If they recognize you, you will ask for a better raise. They can't promote you, there are no jobs to promote you to. 3) Luke warm. I don't hate it and I don't love it. 4) If the new owner doesn't make his money like he thinks....the people he outbid will likely be back and they hate American workers. 5) My salary, while well above average, is barely enough to pay all the bills. I am looking at having to get a second job to make it until my wife can go back to work part time in a year and a half. Turns out that celebrating my wife quitting work with a new truck wasn't such a great idea! 6) Personal development. There is none, they won't pay for any classes. Most days I spend on the net talking to you guys and getting paid for it. That's fun for a spell but I really feel guilty and go home frustrated at having done little on too many days. 7) I want something challenging and rewarding. 8) I am really bored and when I am bored I get like the kids in elementary school who are underchallenged. Very testy. 9) I tried to grow this job by volunteering to do things outside the scope of my job....they just look at me like I asked them for a second helping of mud. The reasons not to leave: 1) I believe the job to be stable 2) There is little or no risk to staying 3) Any mistake right now would be devistating 4) Left over second guessing of myself after making a terrible decision the time before last. I can't tell you what that decision cost me and took from my mind, body, and soul. 5) Not really sure what I want to do with my life. As you can see, I need to go. Getting the courage to risk my family's security to do it is another thing. On the bright side, a felllow employee left a while back and is trying to get people over to his new place. It will never be sold, let's put it that way. Pay is better, benefits cannot be beat, and the commute will be a good bit better. I tried doing it my way previously, now I want to be where God wants me to be. Only it is often hard to tell where God wants you to be. Thanks all, New Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGumz Posted August 24, 2007 Report Share Posted August 24, 2007 New, Best of luck whichever route you may take. Stepping away from a job is difficult, but you will make the best decision for you and your family. You will be our thoughts and prayers. Best of luck, hope whichever route you take works out. Wade Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_lou Posted August 24, 2007 Report Share Posted August 24, 2007 Prayers that you find the right path for your life and your familys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrubhunter Posted August 24, 2007 Report Share Posted August 24, 2007 I wish you the best and my prayers are with you. I'm looking for an escape myself. I'll stick it out until I can find something better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christsavedme Posted August 24, 2007 Report Share Posted August 24, 2007 I wish you the best of luck in your decision! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted August 24, 2007 Report Share Posted August 24, 2007 Prayers going your way New. Find what makes you happy and can support your family. Best of luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted August 24, 2007 Report Share Posted August 24, 2007 Good luck in whatever direction you go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted August 24, 2007 Report Share Posted August 24, 2007 Hope you are led in the direction that best works for you and your family New. Best of luck with whatever you do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archerjg Posted August 25, 2007 Report Share Posted August 25, 2007 I have been there. Thoughts and prayers go out to you. Good luck with your decision. Archerjg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted August 25, 2007 Report Share Posted August 25, 2007 Prayers for the right door to open for you new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DU_man_84 Posted August 25, 2007 Report Share Posted August 25, 2007 wish the best of luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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