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Sticking with a job that isn't working or look for another job.

  • 24-09-2024 3:55pm
    #1
    pauliebdub
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,067 ✭✭✭


    Here is my dilemma :

    Joined the public sector a number of months back as a HEO in the IT division, quite a busy and challenging role that is very different from anything I've done before. My boss is quite demanding, we haven't really gelled and I've struggled to fit in since I joined. I had my 3 month review recently which I failed and received quite a lot of negative feedback, overall I think it was a bit harsh but I've taken it on board and doing my best with it.

    Ultimately I'd like the job to work out but I'm also worried about the prospect of being unemployed next year if my manager still isn't happy. I think there is a fair chance of that happening.

    I'd love to hear from anyone who has been in a similar position, should I persevere with it or throw in the towel and look for another job that more closely matches my experience. I'm really annoyed about it and a bit worried to be honest. Many thanks.



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  • #2
    Oscar_Madison
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,927 ✭✭✭Oscar_Madison


    any chance of having an “honest” conversation with your boss and to try and start afresh? I think you could turn this situation around as I think you have a good attitude but it will also require your boss cooperation.
    Do you understand the feedback you received and also do you agree with it? What are the key sticking points? Are you skilled enough for the role or is it workload or is it behavioural ie the way you come across to others?
    Just some things to consider- if you want to stay then put your efforts into turning this situation around but you need to first have clear feedback , be accepting of that feedback and then take it from there



  • #3
    pauliebdub
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,067 ✭✭✭pauliebdub


    Thanks for the response. The role is very different from my previous experience so I've struggled to adjust which means deadlines have been missed. I've clear guidelines from the review I had with my manager which I'm carefully following. There is a skills gap as a result of doing work that I haven't done before. This gap will be bridged by training.

    I have a sense of doom about the whole situation but I'll give it my all. I don't want to risk being unemployed under any circumstance. I'll likely have a better sense after the six month review mark and after that I can use the remainder of my time there to job hunt if necessary.



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