@@mercedeswilkins5566 Sadly no 2 weeks for me. I live in india. We are lucky to have 30 Days NP. Usually we have 90 days NP and I am lucky to have a 60 day one. It's fucked up because its really hard to get a job while having 90 days of NP.
I left a job 8 months ago that was sucking the life out of me. All I found myself doing was venting all the time - at work and at home. This video completely reflects what I was going through. I had to re-skill at 53 years old and change careers. Now I love my work and future growth opportunities.
@@markspeedy1797 I am a local-route truck driver now. I found a local training center and completed the course on the weekends. The tuition was $7,000 but that was a small investment compared to the payoff. I really like my job and the people I work with. I find the same level of professionalism and work ethic as my previous field of work. I'm hooked!
Put my 2 weeks in 2 weeks ago. New job is sooooo mucccch betttterrrr. Intimidation, gossip, and discrimination is what led me to leave. But it pushed me out to a way better opportunity.
I literally got driven out of a job in only 2 months where I was actually a good performer. Boss felt threatened by me and wanted to put all the stops - excessive criticism, no praise, put downs and even missing instructions. Final straw was when all my work was ignored, something I spent 2am doing until while my dad was in hospital. I left 2 weeks ago and although markets a bit tough now and gotta be determined, I absolutely don’t regret my decision. You inspired me to give me the power to do that thanks!
I’m so sorry this happened to you I just quit my job yesterday and I was there for only 10 months it was so draining it was bad so I just decided to leave. I’m looking forward to my next chapter in life and I hope you are as well
I am currently dealing with this now. I started last week and it’s not a good vibe. I got 114 HR tasks that have to be done in 2-3 weeks! Not my fault they hired an HR Business Partner at the last minute.
I finally took the leap and began applying for new jobs, one day later and I have a phone interview scheduled for a bank teller position. I knew it was time to leave my job when I had a full mental break down about work while not even there, that's when I knew it was over. I will hang in there until I find something new though so I have a flow of income coming in but I will not give up until I find a new one, I refuse to remain at this current job.
I put in my two weeks last week, but decided to quit on Monday(07/22/2024) and wrote an email to clear my name to my department because of work toxicity. Told them that I will respect myself and that I am leaving and cannot honor my two weeks on my last day. I feel happier and a weight off my shoulders, and then today I got a job offer that is willing to pay me $20k more than my toxic work job. Wish me luck!
Just wanted to update from 2 months ago. I got the job! Listen very well, just focus on you and your growth and don't be loyal to these Corporate companies.
I left in Oct. a job that I LOVED doing but had many downsides such as a toxic workplace, over worked and burnt out, low mental health and self esteem, and would be so anxious to go into work I once loved and thought was my dream. I was so scared to leave something I spent my time, money, and education on but I ultimately had the support from my parents and had a rainy day fund since I took overtime. Now I’m starting my new job next month where the boss seems really personable and I am only hope and pray that this is where I was meant to be and grow and learn. Fingers crossed. After a long time of crying before work by being scared to be ostracized, to crying for leaving my dream job as a result of the people, not the actual job itself in a way, to now feeling like I have found the light of opportunity and hopefully find the place I’m meant to be at.
I started my first full-time job a month ago and am questioning quitting. I was initially really excited by the position, but once I started they showed a completely different side to themselves. I now know they were dishonest in the interview, had high turn over within the last year (including my immediate supervisor who I interviewed with quitting a week after I was hired, no mention of this leave in the interview), the director micro-manages, etc. I also appreciate you mentioning the energy mismatch! I'm came in enthusiastic, ready to learn, and work but people at my job seem comfortable coasting or prioritizing projects I wasn't hired to work on. I'm trying to hold out for at least a year but am noticing my health and mental wellbeing already taking a turn.
I left an incredibly toxic, corporate job a few years ago. It got to where I dreaded my alarm going off every morning, cried in the parking garage daily on my lunch break and just about had a complete mental breakdown. Management had suddenly changed and it was nothing like it once was when I took the job. (5 years prior) they had a major buy out and became massively corporate (it literally became like a corporate version of "The Hunger Games" everyone was out for themselves and would do anything and everything to survive/get ahead). I became increasingly unhappy with the values of the company (or lack of). I was lucky I had a "rainy day fund" and financially could survive a few months while job searching. That's the most valuable advice I can give any gen z Always have a backup emergency account with atleast 6 months of income to where you can live comfortably. You never know when a job can shift, management becomes toxic, etc. and if you need to get out you can do so.
I started a job last week and already not feeling it. Since it’s my first job since I relocated and I’ve been unemployed for almost a year, I’m creating a “rainy day” fund for sure. ☔️
Time to go is when you’ve applied for something within the company they’ve denied you but then except you to train the incoming new manager. That happened to me in 2015 I applied for the managers role having being in the company for 7 years I thought I’d be an easy pick, however, I was told I wasn’t going to be shortlisted and I was expected to train the new manager when they arrived. The next day I handed in my notice which was the test decision I’ve ever made on my life. They tried to bribe me to stay with BS pay rise but I rejected their offer and told them what I thought of their organization. Funny enough they went out of business during Covid so jokes on them.
I quit my job Thursday June 27, 2024 at 7:49am. After being there for 1 year and 9 months it was time for me to go. Coworkers and Managers constantly watching my every move. Watching were I ate my lunch and parked my car. Even though I'm unemployed at the time. I'm relieved not to be in that toxic workplace anymore. Thank you for this positive video message. I really needed to hear this.
Sad everyday when I go in to the office, don’t trust the people around me. It’s dead end, no challenge and I’m late everyday or every other day. I can’t wait for the weekend. I feel stressed because of abuse going on being blamed for things and physically sick
Please try to get out. The sickness doesn't necessarily go away immediately when you quit. You could be opening yourself up to work related PTSD that could require therapy. I'm living that right now.
I agree with your video 100%! I’m in the same situation where I feel unappreciated for all my work and also in a toxic environment with a coworker that is jealous of my work performance. I’m a better employee when the coworker isn’t in the office. Management seems to ignore my concerns about this employee and I feel like I’m being treated differently. Finding another job seems easy but starting all over is what I dread the most.
You are being treated differently; they expect less from your toxic coworker than they do from you - at minimum behavior wise. They likely don’t intend for this, but they are enabling the toxic behavior. Left unaddressed it will rot the team. Do you a) have the ability to minimize contact with this coworker, and/or b) see a path to getting promoted away from them within the next 6-12 months?
We are supposed to have a meeting with management next month to discuss what this coworkers issues are with me. I feel if nothing is resolved, we should have different work schedules in the office. I don’t believe I should have mean comments said about me and to other employees without repercussions.
I’m finally ready to leave my job. Been with this company for 24 years. Started working there super young, 19 years old and was told my everyone to stay where I am and make this job work, which was trash advice. The pay is terrible, some years went by with no raises or bonuses except for the big bosses and favorites. My workload has increased with minimal support or help. When mistakes are made, they are highlighted and blasted amongst gossiping coworkers causing anxiety and stress. retirement is 13 more years away but I physically, mentally and financially cannot continue to work at this company. I’ve had enough and in 2025 I’ll be finding new employment.
or when people with less qualifications and/or started after you are now promoted over you. Or your "promotion" is just a new job title with 1% pay increase and 20% more work
One important reason was left out: you shall quit if you perform like a star, everyone appreciates and prises you and your boss, or company is taking it for granted not promoting you or increasing your salary for years… then move on. You are being taken aspdvantege of and manipulated to wait long for recognitions.
Growth and coast!!! This is such a good thing to consider. It’s the only way we’re going to make it to retirement. I’m on the older millennial spectrum and not ready for a mid life crisis but I am noticing I’m getting burnt out faster and faster. I just took a vacation for Christmas..,I’m ready for another one and even considering doing mini vacations every quarter.
Thank you Jennifer, I just put my resignation on a company that I worked for 9 years, moving to another industry and to another role. I felt that I need a change (and I’m super scared) so I made my choice, I’ll miss my colleages and my team, but I feel that was the right thing to do. Thank you for this video and all your content!
This was exactly what I needed. 2:45 This is the situation Im in. I took over purchasing, software production, accounting, inventory, technical training, machine repair, legal, and health and safety. I am massively underpaid (the director keeps salaries low) and the spot of facility manager got filled 6 months ago. Im only 28 which is why a 56 year old got it I am doing his job though. So I can either wait around for the current manager to fail and for the director to retire... but that time line is not fast enough. So yah you're right. Need to move out to move up
This is how I felt when I was in a career path that was not my passion. Decided to cut my salary in half to move to the area I wanted, and now is hard to get me to stop working because I enjoy it so much. I will be back to or go over my previous salary in a few years of experience.
Thank you Jennifer for helping better people’s lives; I have entered into coast phase. In IT it’s swim or sink. I got tired of putting in months of study to be stuck in endless /mindless meetings instead of doing the technical work. I have about six more years and I can get off the hamster wheel
I suffer from ptsd and get burned out easily. Some of my favorite jobs involved large amounts of repetition and monotony. I liked knowing exactly what to expect when i went to work. Surprises and too many "challenges" give me anxiety. They are often overwhelming. I just want to go to work and know exactly what my level of input will be and how much pay I'll earn for it. Employers often take advantage by slapping on more "challenges" without more pay..
I deal with PTSD from serving, so I get it. Luckily, my pension is 100% now, so I have some wiggle room if a job doesn’t work out, but with a job I’m already at 6 figures.
Wishing all the best in your new era. Don't know about changing the world, but you certainly helped changed mine. You taught me to be unapologetically ambitious, own my UAQ, protect my vibe and call out toxicity for what it is. Mission accomplished ❣️
It was a really tough first half of the year at my corporate office job, but I left to go back for schooling (licensed certificate) in the trades instead and enjoying the process now. Life's much better with the right challenges and engagement in things you're interested in, while too short to feel like you're stuck somewhere just because you can do the mundane and get paid for it. Completely worth the plunge so far!
I’m so glad you’re loving your new path! Trades is such a solid career path - and based on market trends and the demand, even more lucrative over the next decade (speculation ofc, opinions are my own, yada yada)
Stress symptoms -- especially eczema and nose bleeding -- was a sign I should quit, but how I finally quit was when I realized I have the means to quit: for me, it's a spare room I could rent out that covers my very low monthly expenses.
Here is a question. Why do managers leave incompetent people stay in a position while multiple people pick up the slack and correct the mistakes those people make? They are willing to see good employees go in order to keep the bad one.
More money was my main reason for leaving my last job 3 years ago because I was severely being underpaid for what I was doing for far too long. Now, I'm leaning more towards coasting along and enjoying time (that is something you can't get back) with friends & family while trying to figure out what's next. I'm fatigued in my career field after 20 years and no longer motivated by it anymore. I'm setting a goal to change career fields within the next 5 years. Wish me luck.
Really needed to hear about the growth and coast phase. For the last 20 years I've been in constant growth phase and have achieved so much. I'm now giving myself permission to coast for a year, regroup and figure out what I really want to do next.❤
Last year i left my old job after 3 years and being told that i had to wait another year for a promotion that was not certain.After 2.5 years i was bored af as i knew everything and it was like a costant coasting.After finding a new job that sensation left me and now i earn much more
Happy Holidays Jennifer 🎄 - A New Year brings new opportunities & a chance to refresh at a new job with new cohorts & new goals. Feeling stagnant ? Challenge yourself & embrace change.
I think another component to energy matching is that companies are laying off and expecting workers to to pick up the slack or they aren't bringing on extra resources. Couple that with the lack of PTO in the US and it almost seems like there's no way to actually "Coast"
One of the videos I've been wanting to do the most for the last 3 years is a deep dive on the sorry state of PTO in America. There are cultural, social, and legal factors that make it almost non-existent - especially for companies who offer 'unlimited' PTO. This is also why quiet quitting has had a moment. Mentally checking out is a direct byproduct of not having time to restore.
Interview tomorrow, then quitting. Worked at home doing medical transcription over 25 years and pay cuts in half a dozen years ago with it going to India. Move on before you go down with the ship. I lost a home and could not afford car repairs. So I am trying to pick up extra work and have a bully coworker sabotaging me and bullying me and management does nothing because he is a fast worker. Looks like I am leaving. I cannot trust him and other coworkers or managers. Makes work hell.
I got my financial license. And at the role I’m in now I feel like I learned all the skills I need to. The opportunity to try to better myself professionally and those same opportunities go to people who aren’t as qualified as me. Also they are not many opportunities to get promoted at my work/bank. I feel like I’m always getting blocked at my work. As well as they are a lot of favouritism there. It’s time to move on and start looking for a better opportunity elsewhere. 🙏
I’ll save my rant about banking because you know better than me (it’s been 18 years since I worked in banking!) - but there are so many opportunities within the industry!
I’m stuck with court ordered child support that has been consistent for 8 years no issues. How does one navigate away from a toxic work environment without risking a legal catastrophe?
A coworker of mine developed PTSD at the job How did it happen? There was a shooting, he watched a friend of his get shot in the neck twice. He struggles to even show up to work, he’s leaving in January for the army, but he really fights to come in, there’s no growth opportunities, the workplace is toxic(as if a guy bringing a gun in there wasn’t a dead giveaway) and the manager is an egomaniac with a portrait of himself at his office. He told me everything you’re saying in this video. He’s making me consider it too. I wasn’t there when the shooting went down, I was out on an injury.
Pulling from my list of 63 deep dives I want to make rn. It’s going to be a learning curve because all the rabbit hole research I do is going to be integrated. I low key feel like I’m prepping to write papers in university again.
The only next step for me out be a supervisor position or one of higher authoritiy which would never happen because there are so many more other people that have been there for 20+ years would get it that have more experience. On top of that we just hired a few more people that instantly will be coming in with a higher title than me. I have no chance :( There are very limited roles at my job and I just can’t see what could be the next one for me since I’ve only been here 4 years. I get great recognition from my manager but she doesn’t ever say how I can grow and what to do to get there. I made a vision board recently to help me visually see goals😊 Btw yay for deep convos! That’s me too
Thank you for this Jennifer! I’m trying to optimize my LinkedIn profile, and really show off my skills. You’re channel has helped so much and I fully support you, where ever your goals take you! Happy Holidays! 😊
I’ve tried pursuing leadership roles in my organization, but I keep getting stopped with a “polite no.” I feel so unappreciated in this job. My energy is better spent elsewhere. I’m applying for jobs now. I will put in my resignation in once I’ve secured a job where I feel appreciated, valued and there are growth opportunities.
Sounds familiar, and yes, I think it's time to move on. I think senior management takes about two minutes to make a decision on people. You are either who they want or not. You just can't seem to earn your way or prove yourself into promotion opportunities.
I don't quite because of a toxic boss, I'll stay and make his life at work the hardest possible, I don't care what he can say, and what he thinks, I do my work ans get my money that's all... ❤
I have a interview at a new job tomorrow (September 9th, 2024). My current job would rather give me more hours and have me sacrifice my weekends, while getting paid less and dismissing my physical and mental problems. There is no growth for me anymore, I'm just someone who they heavily relied on, so they wouldn't put all the hardwork in and see what goes on behind the scenes. My nerves are shot, but I hope and pray that I get this job.
I don't get how the narrative is you can get these 10-20% raises by job hopping. I see it everywhere online but never in real life. Everytime I interview, I find out other companies pay the same or a little less. Which makes sense. Why pay the new person 10K+ more than everyone else + more than market, for no reason?
I'm thinking it's time to leave my job because I fell in love with a coworker and its been rough. Honestly I love my job, but it's been very hard these last 6 months. We have a great crew and great leadership that I strongly feel care about our growth. I feel like an idiot for wanting to leave a this job and for this reason.
Jennifer. Can you please help? I used to love my job but my boss quit and I got reassigned to someone who basically kept shifting me from one job role to another and pushing me under the bus when his mismanagement came out. He goes crying to his boss to 'put me in my place'. Day before yesterday he crossed a line and took credit for my work. I sent out an email calling him out on this. As usual his boss, my super boss called me and lectured me how "it's all about company and not about the individual" and how I'm entitled for wanting credit. I am completely withdrawn from the work. I don't wish to work here anymore. But i also don't wish to leave burning bridges. It seems I shouldn't have sent that email calling my boss out. What should I do? How do I navigate this?
Would love to hear a teacher’s perspective on this! It’s such an interesting field re: growth opportunities and workplace dynamics. I love my field, but have been offered such a shiny position that leaving the school and kids I love to have better work/life balance and teaching team is now on my list of choices. I am not looking to leave per se, but when a great opportunity pops up, what do you choose?
Im leaving my toxic job soon for the purpose of going back to school, for Healthcare, seems more toxic than where Im at now, I dont know, but here goes hoping for the best, planning for the worst
Most companies will provide 'growth opportunities' for the all-time hero 'bag-licker' shill type of employee. And the lazier and incompetent [they] are, the greater the rewards within that company. Great content Jennifer Brick, and helpful insights, Cheers! 😊
I always loved your content! You were there in the worst times and have been apart of my growth. You should see if Jocko or Andrew Hubberman would have you in their content. It is really hard to find woman that will talk the way you do. Harvard Business Review (HBR) was helpful but they honestly haven’t experienced real shit with real consequences (like losing their job and being homeless ) great intentions but just theory. I am working on a book myself on the subject. Also Robert Green and the Stoic Ryan Holiday are great resources. I hope to see you on someone elses podcast soon
I hadn't even heard of Jacko or Hubberman until a few weeks ago - I think I'm outside their target demo. But I agree - there aren't a lot of female voices in this space which leads to a complete lack of balance.
NO DOUBT I SHOULD MOVE OUT BUT NOBODY IS ACCEPTING ME FOR A NEW JOB YET SO I JUST CAN'T BECAUSE I HAVE BILLS TO PAY,I FEEL DESPERATE AND IF THEY GET TO KNOW THAT IT'S MY YEAR THEN I'LL GET MORE BULLIED
Change is scary 100% of the time. Even when we want and choose it. Our brains are so silly - we have no born knowledge, and our primative brains detect danger when we’re in new situations. A new job is a new situation - so danger! But it’s really not. We’ve started new job and new schools and new classes many times over our lives and it always works out. Sending you vibes - we can both do this!
I started my current job in January I'm bored employer dose not seem invested there is more work than ever the other week my manager told me I had completed 3 more of the complex tasks in Octobers stats . Their is recruitment freeze plus shaddowing opportunities have been frozen because there is more work. A number of staff are leaving not laid off. My local office closed last year and I now have long expensive commute they want staff to spend time working from the office rather than remotely. I joined the employer over decade a go because it was a local job.
I am the only employee who don't feel sad for not being endorsed to production after our nesting in call center. My trainer is constantly yelling, like you can hear her outside the training room. She doesn't sound like an educated person, and she sounds like a person living in slums where yelling is her habit. The account only gives you small incentives, but very strict like shit.
Commenting b4 watching for the algo Situation for me is unique , 21 and mandatory expenses are very low. Like 600/mo. I know I’m lucky ; I only work one day a week at this car wash I’ve been in fed and on since high school. It’s a 6 hour shift and these are the literal worst hours of my time on this planet. Can sleepwalk through the work bored as fuck. Disconnect between the bosses , management and the crew and lack of influence on decisions. All that with low pay has been giving me the signs to disengage. I don’t even feel like picking up more shifts to work for 14.25. I want real money now the real expensive bills and wants are starting to roll in I’m getting my CS degree for my financial security and got a plan to get out the situation I’m in. Anyone else doing CS / Tech / college. Could benefit from having some comrades. We can even play the capitalism game together 😎
Before you quit your job, repainting the walls in your living space could help (from black to anything not invoking feelings of sadness and hopelessnes) 😂
What about working with CO workers whom everyday remind you that you are basically ugly and the new boss aends nudes to all the males? Been here four years and its gone really down hill. Im just afraid of losing my heath insurance is why I stay. Im just now waiting for another place to reply to my application. The waiting is The hardest part. Tom Petty absolutely right on that lol😊
Probably one of the reasons so many teachers are leaving the field. But also, there should be. Corporate L&D departments have growth paths and are much smaller.
You may not like to hear this, but you are one of the last people I would hire for public speaking or to work with; you YT material is all driven by negativity about toxicity, backstabbing and workplace politics. The is no talk about self development, responsibility or being a grown up. Good luck with your goals, but I think business will be thin while your theme is basically anti-work.
I am hopeless at being stuck in data spreadsheets for long periods and I had no idea my recent job would involve so much of it judging by it's nature on application. I am also being micromanaged causing me to make further errors, and I have to admit I don't feel good enough for a job I tried so hard to get. I admit my flaws, but the way I am being managed and the bitty nature of it is showing me to appear incompetent. Not been there 6 months but I have to find something else.
Just put my resignation 2 weeks ago. It felt like I lost a 100 kgs from my shoulders. One of the best feeling I had in over 2 years.
Congrats!!
No two weeks just quit. They’re not going to give you a two week notice when they fire you or lay you off
@@JenniferBrick thank you
@@yukio_saito thank you
@@mercedeswilkins5566 Sadly no 2 weeks for me. I live in india. We are lucky to have 30 Days NP. Usually we have 90 days NP and I am lucky to have a 60 day one. It's fucked up because its really hard to get a job while having 90 days of NP.
I left a job 8 months ago that was sucking the life out of me. All I found myself doing was venting all the time - at work and at home. This video completely reflects what I was going through. I had to re-skill at 53 years old and change careers. Now I love my work and future growth opportunities.
Good job
This comment inspires me ❤
So inspiring!
What did you re-skill too? Well done !
@@markspeedy1797 I am a local-route truck driver now. I found a local training center and completed the course on the weekends. The tuition was $7,000 but that was a small investment compared to the payoff.
I really like my job and the people I work with. I find the same level of professionalism and work ethic as my previous field of work. I'm hooked!
Put my 2 weeks in 2 weeks ago. New job is sooooo mucccch betttterrrr. Intimidation, gossip, and discrimination is what led me to leave. But it pushed me out to a way better opportunity.
I'm so excited for you!! Kudos on the new (and better) job!
Yep
I literally got driven out of a job in only 2 months where I was actually a good performer. Boss felt threatened by me and wanted to put all the stops - excessive criticism, no praise, put downs and even missing instructions. Final straw was when all my work was ignored, something I spent 2am doing until while my dad was in hospital. I left 2 weeks ago and although markets a bit tough now and gotta be determined, I absolutely don’t regret my decision. You inspired me to give me the power to do that thanks!
I hope your dad it okay. And sending vibes for an incredibly opportunity to make its way to you ASAP!
@@JenniferBrick He’s good now thank you Jennifer! And really appreciate what you do and the kind words thank you!
Update on your dad please? And good job for leaving that job
I’m so sorry this happened to you I just quit my job yesterday and I was there for only 10 months it was so draining it was bad so I just decided to leave. I’m looking forward to my next chapter in life and I hope you are as well
I am currently dealing with this now. I started last week and it’s not a good vibe. I got 114 HR tasks that have to be done in 2-3 weeks! Not my fault they hired an HR Business Partner at the last minute.
I finally took the leap and began applying for new jobs, one day later and I have a phone interview scheduled for a bank teller position. I knew it was time to leave my job when I had a full mental break down about work while not even there, that's when I knew it was over. I will hang in there until I find something new though so I have a flow of income coming in but I will not give up until I find a new one, I refuse to remain at this current job.
Just finally deciding what to do and making plans helps a lot. You can deal with it a little better knowing you're working your way towards the door.
People thought I was crazy for quitting jobs but none of the last 3 I’ve had had any path toward growth.
I think it's so hard to make the decision when everyone around you questions it. Good for you for knowing what is right for you and taking action
I put in my two weeks last week, but decided to quit on Monday(07/22/2024) and wrote an email to clear my name to my department because of work toxicity. Told them that I will respect myself and that I am leaving and cannot honor my two weeks on my last day. I feel happier and a weight off my shoulders, and then today I got a job offer that is willing to pay me $20k more than my toxic work job. Wish me luck!
Just wanted to update from 2 months ago. I got the job! Listen very well, just focus on you and your growth and don't be loyal to these Corporate companies.
I left in Oct. a job that I LOVED doing but had many downsides such as a toxic workplace, over worked and burnt out, low mental health and self esteem, and would be so anxious to go into work I once loved and thought was my dream. I was so scared to leave something I spent my time, money, and education on but I ultimately had the support from my parents and had a rainy day fund since I took overtime.
Now I’m starting my new job next month where the boss seems really personable and I am only hope and pray that this is where I was meant to be and grow and learn.
Fingers crossed. After a long time of crying before work by being scared to be ostracized, to crying for leaving my dream job as a result of the people, not the actual job itself in a way, to now feeling like I have found the light of opportunity and hopefully find the place I’m meant to be at.
I started my first full-time job a month ago and am questioning quitting. I was initially really excited by the position, but once I started they showed a completely different side to themselves. I now know they were dishonest in the interview, had high turn over within the last year (including my immediate supervisor who I interviewed with quitting a week after I was hired, no mention of this leave in the interview), the director micro-manages, etc. I also appreciate you mentioning the energy mismatch! I'm came in enthusiastic, ready to learn, and work but people at my job seem comfortable coasting or prioritizing projects I wasn't hired to work on. I'm trying to hold out for at least a year but am noticing my health and mental wellbeing already taking a turn.
I can't wait to quit my current job..
I hope a great opportunity comes up ASAP so you can!
I left an incredibly toxic, corporate job a few years ago. It got to where I dreaded my alarm going off every morning, cried in the parking garage daily on my lunch break and just about had a complete mental breakdown. Management had suddenly changed and it was nothing like it once was when I took the job. (5 years prior) they had a major buy out and became massively corporate (it literally became like a corporate version of "The Hunger Games" everyone was out for themselves and would do anything and everything to survive/get ahead). I became increasingly unhappy with the values of the company (or lack of). I was lucky I had a "rainy day fund" and financially could survive a few months while job searching. That's the most valuable advice I can give any gen z Always have a backup emergency account with atleast 6 months of income to where you can live comfortably. You never know when a job can shift, management becomes toxic, etc. and if you need to get out you can do so.
Having that oh shit fund is a live saver - and I totally agree with your advice.
Yes congrats. Never let a job wear you down. It’s not worth it. Good to have a emergency fund.
I started a job last week and already not feeling it. Since it’s my first job since I relocated and I’ve been unemployed for almost a year, I’m creating a “rainy day” fund for sure. ☔️
Time to go is when you’ve applied for something within the company they’ve denied you but then except you to train the incoming new manager. That happened to me in 2015 I applied for the managers role having being in the company for 7 years I thought I’d be an easy pick, however, I was told I wasn’t going to be shortlisted and I was expected to train the new manager when they arrived. The next day I handed in my notice which was the test decision I’ve ever made on my life. They tried to bribe me to stay with BS pay rise but I rejected their offer and told them what I thought of their organization. Funny enough they went out of business during Covid so jokes on them.
I quit my job Thursday June 27, 2024 at 7:49am. After being there for 1 year and 9 months it was time for me to go. Coworkers and Managers constantly watching my every move. Watching were I ate my lunch and parked my car. Even though I'm unemployed at the time. I'm relieved not to be in that toxic workplace anymore. Thank you for this positive video message. I really needed to hear this.
I call those monitoring spirits and they’re miserable. Be glad you’re gone.
Sad everyday when I go in to the office, don’t trust the people around me. It’s dead end, no challenge and I’m late everyday or every other day. I can’t wait for the weekend. I feel stressed because of abuse going on being blamed for things and physically sick
I’m physically sick too. I need to get out.
Please try to get out. The sickness doesn't necessarily go away immediately when you quit. You could be opening yourself up to work related PTSD that could require therapy.
I'm living that right now.
Quit. No job is worth your health, in fact, they will not be there for you when you can’t get out the bed 🛌 in the morning
I agree with your video 100%! I’m in the same situation where I feel unappreciated for all my work and also in a toxic environment with a coworker that is jealous of my work performance. I’m a better employee when the coworker isn’t in the office. Management seems to ignore my concerns about this employee and I feel like I’m being treated differently. Finding another job seems easy but starting all over is what I dread the most.
You are being treated differently; they expect less from your toxic coworker than they do from you - at minimum behavior wise. They likely don’t intend for this, but they are enabling the toxic behavior. Left unaddressed it will rot the team. Do you a) have the ability to minimize contact with this coworker, and/or b) see a path to getting promoted away from them within the next 6-12 months?
We are supposed to have a meeting with management next month to discuss what this coworkers issues are with me. I feel if nothing is resolved, we should have different work schedules in the office. I don’t believe I should have mean comments said about me and to other employees without repercussions.
@@jenb955correct
I’m finally ready to leave my job. Been with this company for 24 years. Started working there super young, 19 years old and was told my everyone to stay where I am and make this job work, which was trash advice. The pay is terrible, some years went by with no raises or bonuses except for the big bosses and favorites. My workload has increased with minimal support or help. When mistakes are made, they are highlighted and blasted amongst gossiping coworkers causing anxiety and stress. retirement is 13 more years away but I physically, mentally and financially cannot continue to work at this company. I’ve had enough and in 2025 I’ll be finding new employment.
or when people with less qualifications and/or started after you are now promoted over you. Or your "promotion" is just a new job title with 1% pay increase and 20% more work
One important reason was left out: you shall quit if you perform like a star, everyone appreciates and prises you and your boss, or company is taking it for granted not promoting you or increasing your salary for years… then move on. You are being taken aspdvantege of and manipulated to wait long for recognitions.
I talked about the 3 stuck points specifically - but I assume everyone here is an overachiever.
@@JenniferBrick 👍👍🤗 have a nice holiday season Jen! 🌟
Growth and coast!!! This is such a good thing to consider. It’s the only way we’re going to make it to retirement. I’m on the older millennial spectrum and not ready for a mid life crisis but I am noticing I’m getting burnt out faster and faster. I just took a vacation for Christmas..,I’m ready for another one and even considering doing mini vacations every quarter.
Thank you Jennifer, I just put my resignation on a company that I worked for 9 years, moving to another industry and to another role. I felt that I need a change (and I’m super scared) so I made my choice, I’ll miss my colleages and my team, but I feel that was the right thing to do.
Thank you for this video and all your content!
I been employed by my job for a year and three months. In the past few days ut has drama everyday. So it time to more on.
This was exactly what I needed. 2:45 This is the situation Im in. I took over purchasing, software production, accounting, inventory, technical training, machine repair, legal, and health and safety. I am massively underpaid (the director keeps salaries low) and the spot of facility manager got filled 6 months ago. Im only 28 which is why a 56 year old got it
I am doing his job though. So I can either wait around for the current manager to fail and for the director to retire... but that time line is not fast enough. So yah you're right. Need to move out to move up
This is how I felt when I was in a career path that was not my passion. Decided to cut my salary in half to move to the area I wanted, and now is hard to get me to stop working because I enjoy it so much. I will be back to or go over my previous salary in a few years of experience.
Thank you Jennifer for helping better people’s lives; I have entered into coast phase. In IT it’s swim or sink. I got tired of putting in months of study to be stuck in endless /mindless meetings instead of doing the technical work. I have about six more years and I can get off the hamster wheel
Haha the introvert thing caught me off guard, hear you, right on. Totally co-sign that.
I suffer from ptsd and get burned out easily. Some of my favorite jobs involved large amounts of repetition and monotony. I liked knowing exactly what to expect when i went to work. Surprises and too many "challenges" give me anxiety. They are often overwhelming. I just want to go to work and know exactly what my level of input will be and how much pay I'll earn for it. Employers often take advantage by slapping on more "challenges" without more pay..
I deal with PTSD from serving, so I get it. Luckily, my pension is 100% now, so I have some wiggle room if a job doesn’t work out, but with a job I’m already at 6 figures.
Don’t leave your gig til you get a new one. You need to keep making 💰💰💰
Wishing all the best in your new era. Don't know about changing the world, but you certainly helped changed mine. You taught me to be unapologetically ambitious, own my UAQ, protect my vibe and call out toxicity for what it is. Mission accomplished ❣️
It was a really tough first half of the year at my corporate office job, but I left to go back for schooling (licensed certificate) in the trades instead and enjoying the process now. Life's much better with the right challenges and engagement in things you're interested in, while too short to feel like you're stuck somewhere just because you can do the mundane and get paid for it. Completely worth the plunge so far!
I’m so glad you’re loving your new path! Trades is such a solid career path - and based on market trends and the demand, even more lucrative over the next decade (speculation ofc, opinions are my own, yada yada)
Stress symptoms -- especially eczema and nose bleeding -- was a sign I should quit, but how I finally quit was when I realized I have the means to quit: for me, it's a spare room I could rent out that covers my very low monthly expenses.
Here is a question. Why do managers leave incompetent people stay in a position while multiple people pick up the slack and correct the mistakes those people make? They are willing to see good employees go in order to keep the bad one.
I asked if I could go part time. I only work in the mornings now which is great.
That's awesome!!
More money was my main reason for leaving my last job 3 years ago because I was severely being underpaid for what I was doing for far too long. Now, I'm leaning more towards coasting along and enjoying time (that is something you can't get back) with friends & family while trying to figure out what's next. I'm fatigued in my career field after 20 years and no longer motivated by it anymore. I'm setting a goal to change career fields within the next 5 years. Wish me luck.
That’s exactly how I felt in childcare did it for 15 years! I was completely over it!
Really needed to hear about the growth and coast phase. For the last 20 years I've been in constant growth phase and have achieved so much. I'm now giving myself permission to coast for a year, regroup and figure out what I really want to do next.❤
This video was necessary today. Thank you, Jennifer.
I knew I wasn't the only one feeling it.
Last year i left my old job after 3 years and being told that i had to wait another year for a promotion that was not certain.After 2.5 years i was bored af as i knew everything and it was like a costant coasting.After finding a new job that sensation left me and now i earn much more
Cheers for moving on and up!!
Really proud of you for following your heart. Excited to see what’s next
Thank you so much for your support, Elizabeth. I appreciate it so much.
Happy Holidays Jennifer 🎄 - A New Year brings new opportunities & a chance to refresh at a new job with new cohorts & new goals. Feeling stagnant ? Challenge yourself & embrace change.
As always, I appreciate your energy, David!
Thank you so much for your openness. I needed to hear this 😊
Thanks for listening to me. It means a lot.
Looking forward to the new stuff!
Me too! Only problem is deciding where to start!
I think another component to energy matching is that companies are laying off and expecting workers to to pick up the slack or they aren't bringing on extra resources. Couple that with the lack of PTO in the US and it almost seems like there's no way to actually "Coast"
One of the videos I've been wanting to do the most for the last 3 years is a deep dive on the sorry state of PTO in America. There are cultural, social, and legal factors that make it almost non-existent - especially for companies who offer 'unlimited' PTO.
This is also why quiet quitting has had a moment. Mentally checking out is a direct byproduct of not having time to restore.
@@JenniferBrickOh My Gosh, please do make that video!
i quit 4 months ago best thing i did left toxic retail environment and looking to move to another state a fresh start...
Sending vibes for your next era!
Me too!
Those golden ✨️ Handcuffs.
Interview tomorrow, then quitting. Worked at home doing medical transcription over 25 years and pay cuts in half a dozen years ago with it going to India. Move on before you go down with the ship. I lost a home and could not afford car repairs. So I am trying to pick up extra work and have a bully coworker sabotaging me and bullying me and management does nothing because he is a fast worker. Looks like I am leaving. I cannot trust him and other coworkers or managers. Makes work hell.
THIS IS SO ON POINT!!!!
So many people in that weird limbo.
I got my financial license. And at the role I’m in now I feel like I learned all the skills I need to. The opportunity to try to better myself professionally and those same opportunities go to people who aren’t as qualified as me. Also they are not many opportunities to get promoted at my work/bank. I feel like I’m always getting blocked at my work. As well as they are a lot of favouritism there. It’s time to move on and start looking for a better opportunity elsewhere. 🙏
I’ll save my rant about banking because you know better than me (it’s been 18 years since I worked in banking!) - but there are so many opportunities within the industry!
I’m stuck with court ordered child support that has been consistent for 8 years no issues.
How does one navigate away from a toxic work environment without risking a legal catastrophe?
Thank you for another great video
Holy Crap!!! SPOT ON! Immediate Follow!
A coworker of mine developed PTSD at the job
How did it happen?
There was a shooting, he watched a friend of his get shot in the neck twice. He struggles to even show up to work, he’s leaving in January for the army, but he really fights to come in, there’s no growth opportunities, the workplace is toxic(as if a guy bringing a gun in there wasn’t a dead giveaway) and the manager is an egomaniac with a portrait of himself at his office. He told me everything you’re saying in this video. He’s making me consider it too.
I wasn’t there when the shooting went down, I was out on an injury.
Love it! Can’t wait to hear what else you have to share!
Pulling from my list of 63 deep dives I want to make rn. It’s going to be a learning curve because all the rabbit hole research I do is going to be integrated. I low key feel like I’m prepping to write papers in university again.
If your job is also not paying you enough to live then you are just wasting your time, best to find something that pays better.
This has been a very inspiring video; thank you for sharing your story and being so humble while doing it.
Thanks for hanging with me for it.
The only next step for me out be a supervisor position or one of higher authoritiy which would never happen because there are so many more other people that have been there for 20+ years would get it that have more experience. On top of that we just hired a few more people that instantly will be coming in with a higher title than me. I have no chance :( There are very limited roles at my job and I just can’t see what could be the next one for me since I’ve only been here 4 years. I get great recognition from my manager but she doesn’t ever say how I can grow and what to do to get there. I made a vision board recently to help me visually see goals😊
Btw yay for deep convos! That’s me too
I notice that key managers are actively trying to find ways to mess up. I get yelled at for doing work. They are looking for reasons to write me up.
Get out of there. They are trying to quiet fire you and build up something in your file.
My manager is doing that to me too. I’m defying her insane demands lol.
Please leave I agree with all of these comments they are definitely trying to quite fire you I had this done.
Its better to leave before getting fired. Trust me you will feel better about it too..
Thank you for this Jennifer! I’m trying to optimize my LinkedIn profile, and really show off my skills. You’re channel has helped so much and I fully support you, where ever your goals take you! Happy Holidays! 😊
Oh awesome! I’ll probably run my LinkedIn profile optimization workshop again soon too - it’s one of my favorites!
Love you and so excited to see what 2024 brings you 🎉
Back at you cousin!!
Always look forward to your videos! Thank you
That's so lovely to hear. I hope the next era of my channel is one you enjoy even more (and that you don't mind me as I get my footing with it!)
I’ve tried pursuing leadership roles in my organization, but I keep getting stopped with a “polite no.” I feel so unappreciated in this job. My energy is better spent elsewhere. I’m applying for jobs now. I will put in my resignation in once I’ve secured a job where I feel appreciated, valued and there are growth opportunities.
Sounds familiar, and yes, I think it's time to move on. I think senior management takes about two minutes to make a decision on people. You are either who they want or not. You just can't seem to earn your way or prove yourself into promotion opportunities.
You deserve to have your energy matched. I’m glad you’re operating with that expectation and plotting your next move.
Two weeks is too long. Effective immediate for me .
Some employers try to fire you while you are going through the 2 weeks. SMH…
@ Exactly
Can I quit with nothing lined up? I feel stuck and this current job is stucking the soul out of me.
I feel the same. I'm in no place to leave a job without having secured another one but I can't deal with it anymore
Im in the same predicament. I am using local job programs and temp agencies.
There are too many jobs to stay stuck. Good luck to your next adventure.
100% me too
I have a video on that! If you search 'jennifer brick quit' it should come up.
I am in the same place. I have to hold on because my family needs my health benefits. I wish I could leave.
Jennifer this is such a good video!! I love how deep you got and excited for your new journey. Do you offer any personal coaching sessions?
I don't quite because of a toxic boss, I'll stay and make his life at work the hardest possible, I don't care what he can say, and what he thinks, I do my work ans get my money that's all... ❤
Excited for you. Youve helped me a lot
I'm glad to hear that 🫶
I have a interview at a new job tomorrow (September 9th, 2024). My current job would rather give me more hours and have me sacrifice my weekends, while getting paid less and dismissing my physical and mental problems.
There is no growth for me anymore, I'm just someone who they heavily relied on, so they wouldn't put all the hardwork in and see what goes on behind the scenes.
My nerves are shot, but I hope and pray that I get this job.
Sending so many vibes your way!
@@JenniferBrick thank you. I hope that it goes well and I get the job.
Thanks for making this video, Jennifer. This REALLY speaks to where a lot of people are these days.
Apparently we’re not alone!
I don't get how the narrative is you can get these 10-20% raises by job hopping. I see it everywhere online but never in real life. Everytime I interview, I find out other companies pay the same or a little less. Which makes sense. Why pay the new person 10K+ more than everyone else + more than market, for no reason?
I'm thinking it's time to leave my job because I fell in love with a coworker and its been rough.
Honestly I love my job, but it's been very hard these last 6 months. We have a great crew and great leadership that I strongly feel care about our growth.
I feel like an idiot for wanting to leave a this job and for this reason.
That's a tough spot to be in. I think you know the right step forward for you though.
@@JenniferBrick yeah :(
Jennifer. Can you please help?
I used to love my job but my boss quit and I got reassigned to someone who basically kept shifting me from one job role to another and pushing me under the bus when his mismanagement came out. He goes crying to his boss to 'put me in my place'. Day before yesterday he crossed a line and took credit for my work. I sent out an email calling him out on this. As usual his boss, my super boss called me and lectured me how "it's all about company and not about the individual" and how I'm entitled for wanting credit. I am completely withdrawn from the work. I don't wish to work here anymore. But i also don't wish to leave burning bridges. It seems I shouldn't have sent that email calling my boss out.
What should I do? How do I navigate this?
Would love to hear a teacher’s perspective on this! It’s such an interesting field re: growth opportunities and workplace dynamics. I love my field, but have been offered such a shiny position that leaving the school and kids I love to have better work/life balance and teaching team is now on my list of choices. I am not looking to leave per se, but when a great opportunity pops up, what do you choose?
Im leaving my toxic job soon for the purpose of going back to school, for Healthcare, seems more toxic than where Im at now, I dont know, but here goes hoping for the best, planning for the worst
Most companies will provide 'growth opportunities' for the all-time hero 'bag-licker' shill type of employee. And the lazier and incompetent [they] are, the greater the rewards within that company. Great content Jennifer Brick, and helpful insights, Cheers! 😊
Finally got the courage to quit my job… underpaid but over worked!
Very timely video
I feel like so many people are going through a transitional time right now.
What’s a UAQ
I'm SO here for this change, looking forward to the new content!
Sammmme!
Jennifer, I would love to sign up for your newsletter. How do I do that?
Hey! You can sign up here: www.capdecasolutions.com/career-bestie-insider
What *is* a UAQ? I've googled and couldn't find out what this initialism's definition is. Maybe it was defined in this video and I just missed it.
I loved this video! I just watched Hannah Witton's recent video on quitting her UA-cam channel, and I think it might resonate with you.
I haven't seen it but I added it to my watch list!
I need to listen to music when sleeping and im constanslty stressed out. Time to leave
You know you're ready 💜
When they stop giving raises and blame it on inflation !
I would love to hear them talk logic into that decision 🤦♀️
I always loved your content! You were there in the worst times and have been apart of my growth. You should see if Jocko or Andrew Hubberman would have you in their content. It is really hard to find woman that will talk the way you do. Harvard Business Review (HBR) was helpful but they honestly haven’t experienced real shit with real consequences (like losing their job and being homeless ) great intentions but just theory. I am working on a book myself on the subject.
Also Robert Green and the Stoic Ryan Holiday are great resources.
I hope to see you on someone elses podcast soon
Or the Happiness Lab. You need to get on a radio or podcast show so you can get the viewers that you need
I hadn't even heard of Jacko or Hubberman until a few weeks ago - I think I'm outside their target demo. But I agree - there aren't a lot of female voices in this space which leads to a complete lack of balance.
@@JenniferBrick don’t put up barriers where there are none. The worst case is they say no or don’t answer.💖
I want to share the Creative Society project with everyone, as it is the only solution we have to unite humanity and prevent the global catastrophes.
NO DOUBT I SHOULD MOVE OUT BUT NOBODY IS ACCEPTING ME FOR A NEW JOB YET SO I JUST CAN'T BECAUSE I HAVE BILLS TO PAY,I FEEL DESPERATE AND IF THEY GET TO KNOW THAT IT'S MY YEAR THEN I'LL GET MORE BULLIED
Wow Jennifer. What a great video. Thank you for sharing. You are inspirational.
That’s kind of you to say.
It's time for me and I am scared
Change is scary 100% of the time. Even when we want and choose it. Our brains are so silly - we have no born knowledge, and our primative brains detect danger when we’re in new situations. A new job is a new situation - so danger! But it’s really not. We’ve started new job and new schools and new classes many times over our lives and it always works out.
Sending you vibes - we can both do this!
I started my current job in January I'm bored employer dose not seem invested there is more work than ever the other week my manager told me I had completed 3 more of the complex tasks in Octobers stats . Their is recruitment freeze plus shaddowing opportunities have been frozen because there is more work. A number of staff are leaving not laid off. My local office closed last year and I now have long expensive commute they want staff to spend time working from the office rather than remotely. I joined the employer over decade a go because it was a local job.
Unpaid long commutes add so much time and stress.
I am the only employee who don't feel sad for not being endorsed to production after our nesting in call center. My trainer is constantly yelling, like you can hear her outside the training room. She doesn't sound like an educated person, and she sounds like a person living in slums where yelling is her habit. The account only gives you small incentives, but very strict like shit.
Hopefully putting my soon legit tired of being treat d like trash no experience people getting paid more then 6 years honestly nothing making me happy
I guess this video is my sign…
Can't argue with the universe.
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Situation for me is unique , 21 and mandatory expenses are very low. Like 600/mo. I know I’m lucky ; I only work one day a week at this car wash I’ve been in fed and on since high school. It’s a 6 hour shift and these are the literal worst hours of my time on this planet. Can sleepwalk through the work bored as fuck. Disconnect between the bosses , management and the crew and lack of influence on decisions. All that with low pay has been giving me the signs to disengage. I don’t even feel like picking up more shifts to work for 14.25. I want real money now the real expensive bills and wants are starting to roll in
I’m getting my CS degree for my financial security and got a plan to get out the situation I’m in.
Anyone else doing CS / Tech / college. Could benefit from having some comrades. We can even play the capitalism game together 😎
The day the boss called me a Nasty Fn Bitch and not taking into account any of my ideas was the day I placed my two weeks notice……
They made that decision easy!
Before you quit your job, repainting the walls in your living space could help (from black to anything not invoking feelings of sadness and hopelessnes) 😂
You’re links in the description are not blue/workimg
Updated! Thank you for letting me know!
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What about working with CO workers whom everyday remind you that you are basically ugly and the new boss aends nudes to all the males? Been here four years and its gone really down hill. Im just afraid of losing my heath insurance is why I stay. Im just now waiting for another place to reply to my application. The waiting is The hardest part. Tom Petty absolutely right on that lol😊
Teaching has no growth opportunities
Probably one of the reasons so many teachers are leaving the field. But also, there should be. Corporate L&D departments have growth paths and are much smaller.
You may not like to hear this, but you are one of the last people I would hire for public speaking or to work with; you YT material is all driven by negativity about toxicity, backstabbing and workplace politics. The is no talk about self development, responsibility or being a grown up. Good luck with your goals, but I think business will be thin while your theme is basically anti-work.
Did you know you can do and be all the things you mentioned and still have a bad job?
I am hopeless at being stuck in data spreadsheets for long periods and I had no idea my recent job would involve so much of it judging by it's nature on application. I am also being micromanaged causing me to make further errors, and I have to admit I don't feel good enough for a job I tried so hard to get. I admit my flaws, but the way I am being managed and the bitty nature of it is showing me to appear incompetent. Not been there 6 months but I have to find something else.