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spunkygirl · 07-06-2004, 05:18 PM

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Originally posted by dawsongirl
I got pushed too far this morning and walked out. I have to go back and give them a resignation letter though.

I should have done it the proper way and given them 2 weeks, but those 2 weeks would have been hell. It was obvious she didn't want me there, so she can have her way.

Of course now, it's gonna be another 6 months without a job. People are going to look at my resume and say, "Eight months? What happened there?" If I tell the truth, I'm screwed, if I bend the truth without saying anything bad, I look like I just left because I didn't like it or because I didn't get along with the boss. I'm am sooooo screwed.

You know, I quit my job a few weeks ago, and I feel like a weight has been lifted. I was miserable where I was working, and I didn't give them two weeks notice, I wouldn't have made it the two weeks.

I have a feeling you'll get a better job soon

You've got experience under your belt, so that can help.

Good luck to you

TJL · 07-06-2004, 05:21 PM

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Originally posted by dawsongirl

Of course now, it's gonna be another 6 months without a job. People are going to look at my resume and say, "Eight months? What happened there?" If I tell the truth, I'm screwed, if I bend the truth without saying anything bad, I look like I just left because I didn't like it or because I didn't get along with the boss. I'm am sooooo screwed.

Don't worry about it. Sometimes the only thing you can do is walk away from a bad situation.

I did the same thing years ago with a job I once loved, but things just got out of control, and I wasn't getting any help, or extra money.
I regretted leaving a lot of good friends behind and just vanishing, but it was for the best.
A week later I got an offer from an old Professor for a great job at my old college.

Hang in there.

dawsongirl · 07-06-2004, 08:25 PM

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Originally posted by DianeDiane
Nobody can judge you if you were abducted by aliens for 8 months, right? Or maybe you were performing secret duties for the government for 8 months - TOP secret duties.

A word of advice: lie.

*writes that one down*

Thanks guys. I hope you're all right.

dawsongirl · 07-06-2004, 08:26 PM

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Originally posted by ¤MsConanOBrien¤
Cathy, I actually want to congratulate you. You shouldnt be forced to quit because of your boss, and you had to. Nobody should have to go to work and literally hate it. I know it seems like its the end of the world, but its also a relief for you knowing you never have to work for them again. I wouldnt lie on the resume- tell them the truth. Tell them all the aweful stories of your boss, and for references put down your co-workers who went through the same crap. Theyll see the conditions you were in were unbearable. Good luck!

Thanks Crystal.

dawsongirl · 07-06-2004, 08:29 PM

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Originally posted by Topanga
You know, I quit my job a few weeks ago, and I feel like a weight has been lifted. I was miserable where I was working, and I didn't give them two weeks notice, I wouldn't have made it the two weeks.

I have a feeling you'll get a better job soon You've got experience under your belt, so that can help.

Good luck to you

The two weeks was more of a formality anyway. I didn't figure they'd make me stay and THANK GOD they didn't. I would have pulled my hair out.

I'll probably feel that way by the end of the week. At least I hope so! I just hope that that 8 months is enough. Seems so little on a resume to me. *shrugs*

dawsongirl · 07-06-2004, 08:32 PM

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Originally posted by TJL
Don't worry about it. Sometimes the only thing you can do is walk away from a bad situation.

I did the same thing years ago with a job I once loved, but things just got out of control, and I wasn't getting any help, or extra money.
I regretted leaving a lot of good friends behind and just vanishing, but it was for the best.
A week later I got an offer from an old Professor for a great job at my old college.

Hang in there.

That was luck! I'm a pessimist, so I don't think I'll get lucky a get an offer within the week, but maybe.

dandelion wine · 07-08-2004, 10:53 PM

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Originally posted by ¤MsConanOBrien¤
Cathy, I actually want to congratulate you. You shouldnt be forced to quit because of your boss, and you had to. Nobody should have to go to work and literally hate it. I know it seems like its the end of the world, but its also a relief for you knowing you never have to work for them again. I wouldnt lie on the resume- tell them the truth. Tell them all the aweful stories of your boss, and for references put down your co-workers who went through the same crap. Theyll see the conditions you were in were unbearable. Good luck!

Crystal took the words outta my mouth.

Hang in there, Cathy. Things will be ok and I have faith that, while it may take a while, you'll find an even better job.. where people appreciate you. Be proud of yourself for getting outta Dodge when you did.

Janice · 07-08-2004, 11:06 PM

You're young, smart and educated Cathy. You had to remove yourself from an unhealthy situation. People leave jobs all the time, so don't worry about your resume.

Things have a way of working themselves out. There's a great job out there for you, and you'll probably meet your future husband there too.

Dutabi84 · 07-08-2004, 11:10 PM

You should go watch "Office Space." It should make you feel better

dawsongirl · 07-09-2004, 03:46 AM

I keep thinking about what I wish I would have said or not said while my boss was standing there accusing me of everything bad that never happened and indirectly calling me a lazy liar, but oh well...I'm gone and VERY glad. Those people were insane lunatics who lied and backstabbed everyone, and then blamed it on everyone else. I hope their business fails. I know for a fact the IRS has already got their eye on them.

dawsongirl · 07-09-2004, 03:51 AM

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Originally posted by Dutabi84
You should go watch "Office Space." It should make you feel better

*checks listings*

Hollow · 07-09-2004, 04:00 AM

congratulations child. now go work on your underground death metal career.

dawsongirl · 07-09-2004, 04:05 AM

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Originally posted by Janice
You had to remove yourself from an unhealthy situation.

Yeah...no one should have to come home from work crying. I did that at least twice.

dawsongirl · 07-09-2004, 04:06 AM

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Originally posted by safety pin
congratulations child. now go work on your underground death metal career.

ponytail · 07-09-2004, 07:25 AM

You have more nerve than me, my hats off to you. I would love to quit my job. My fear is the last time I quit a job it took me months to find another one. But I'm looking. Good luck to you, people shouldn't be abused at work or hate their jobs.

07-08-2004, 11:06 PM	#23
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	You're young, smart and educated Cathy. You had to remove yourself from an unhealthy situation. People leave jobs all the time, so don't worry about your resume. Things have a way of working themselves out. There's a great job out there for you, and you'll probably meet your future husband there too.

07-08-2004, 11:10 PM	#24
Dutabi84 kittens must die Forum Fanatic Join Date: Apr 22, 2003 Location: MN/TX Posts: 11,026	You should go watch "Office Space." It should make you feel better

07-09-2004, 03:46 AM	#25
dawsongirl Member Forum Icon Join Date: Jan 04, 2001 Posts: 53,140	I keep thinking about what I wish I would have said or not said while my boss was standing there accusing me of everything bad that never happened and indirectly calling me a lazy liar, but oh well...I'm gone and VERY glad. Those people were insane lunatics who lied and backstabbed everyone, and then blamed it on everyone else. I hope their business fails. I know for a fact the IRS has already got their eye on them.

07-09-2004, 04:00 AM	#27
Hollow Member Forum Superstar Join Date: Dec 16, 2001 Posts: 30,406	congratulations child. now go work on your underground death metal career.

07-09-2004, 07:25 AM	#30
ponytail Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 20, 2004 Location: In Happy, Healthy, Wealthyville Posts: 4,273	You have more nerve than me, my hats off to you. I would love to quit my job. My fear is the last time I quit a job it took me months to find another one. But I'm looking. Good luck to you, people shouldn't be abused at work or hate their jobs.