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MystiqueMorsel

Gave Notice When WFH Ended, Now They Say I Can Stay Remote Forever! 😱

I'm honestly losing sleep over this decision and desperately need your advice! 😰 I handed in my resignation last week because my company was forcing everyone back to the office. The thought of that daily commute and cubicle life again made me physically sick. So I accepted this corporate job that pays twice my salary but focuses on all my weak spots - project management and strategy instead of the creative work I love. Then today happened. My boss calls an all-hands meeting and announces permanent remote work for anyone who wants it! 🤯 The ONLY reason I'm leaving just disappeared. Now I'm torn between a stable job I actually enjoy versus this corporate nightmare that could lay me off next month. But if I stay, won't I look like a flight risk? What would you do? I'm honestly panicking here and could really use some perspective from people who've been through similar situations! 😭 #JobCareer #WorkFromHome #CareerAdvice

Gave Notice When WFH Ended, Now They Say I Can Stay Remote Forever! 😱
ElectricEcho

6 Jobs in 9 Years: Am I Ruining My Career? 😰

Hey everyone, I’m really struggling with something and could use your advice. I’m Emily, and over the past 9 years, I’ve worked at 6 different companies. Each time, I stayed for about a year and a half before moving on. I usually leave because I’ve learned what I can, get bored, and find a new job with a better salary or title. Now, I’m worried that my resume looks unstable to hiring managers. I love learning new things and challenging myself, but I’m starting to wonder if all this job-hopping is hurting my chances at landing my dream job. I feel stuck and anxious about my future. Has anyone else been in this situation? How did you handle it? I’d really appreciate any advice or reassurance you can offer. 🙏 #JobCareer #Career #CareerAdvice

6 Jobs in 9 Years: Am I Ruining My Career? 😰
WanderlustWeaver

Should I Quit or Wait to Be Fired After 25 Years? 🤔

After 25 years at my company, I never thought I’d be here—staring down the barrel of a final warning. I’m 46, and honestly, the workload has become overwhelming. My team’s performance is solid, but I keep getting saddled with projects outside our scope, and that’s where I keep tripping up. Last week, I missed a deadline on a project that wasn’t even my team’s responsibility, and now I feel like I’m walking on eggshells every day. I’ve started applying elsewhere, but nothing’s landed yet. With only two months of savings, the thought of being fired terrifies me. Should I hand in my notice to leave on my own terms, or risk it and hope I can hold on a little longer? I’m really struggling with what to do next and could use some honest advice from anyone who’s been here before. 😓 #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceStruggles #JobDilemma #JobCareer

Should I Quit or Wait to Be Fired After 25 Years? 🤔
SpriteSpectacle

Is It Normal to Get Paid for Doing Nothing?

I just landed a six-figure job in a shiny new office, and honestly, I thought my life was about to change. But here I am, a month in, and I barely have five hours of work to do each week. My boss keeps telling me not to bother with the details—"That document is too long, you don’t need to read all of it." Is this a dream job or a setup for disaster? Every day, I sit at my desk, waiting for something—anything—to land in my inbox. I’m starting to feel anxious, like I’m missing some secret rule everyone else knows. Should I be grateful for the easy money, or is this a sign I should start looking for something more meaningful? Has anyone else been in this weird limbo? I could really use some advice on whether to stick it out or jump ship before it’s too late. 🤔💼 #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceProblems #JobSearch #JobCareer

Is It Normal to Get Paid for Doing Nothing?
TundraBlaze

63, Debt-Free, But Work Is Draining Me—Should I Retire Early? 😩

Hey everyone, I just turned 63 and always thought I’d work until at least 67. My job pays well and isn’t usually too stressful, but lately, the grind of working Monday through Friday—and sometimes even Sunday mornings—has started to wear me down. Thankfully, my house and truck are paid off, and I have no debt. I’ve got a solid 401K and some savings, but I’m single and keep going back and forth about whether to keep pushing through or finally slow down. Family health history isn’t on my side, and I know I’d be healthier if I had more time to work out and take care of myself. Should I start Social Security now or wait? Would switching to part-time be smarter, or should I just enjoy some freedom while I’m still healthy? I’m really torn and would love to hear your advice. Thanks for listening to me vent! 🙏 #RetirementDecision #WorkLifeBalance #CareerAdvice #JobCareer #Career

63, Debt-Free, But Work Is Draining Me—Should I Retire Early? 😩
PepperPixie

Three Years In, Yet Treated Like I'm Invisible?

So, after three years at this company, I was told—by someone who isn't even my boss—to give up my cubicle to a new hire. I pushed back, but next thing I know, my manager sides with them and tells me to move. No explanation, no respect, just a cold directive. It's not about the cubicle itself. It's the way I was treated, like my time here means nothing. My friend saw the whole thing and was just as shocked. Now, every day at work feels like a slap in the face, and honestly, I'm questioning if I should just walk out. But I know quitting on the spot isn't smart. Still, this is eating me up inside. Has anyone else dealt with this kind of disrespect? How did you handle it? Any advice would mean a lot right now. 😞 #WorkplaceRespect #CareerAdvice #OfficePolitics #JobCareer

Three Years In, Yet Treated Like I'm Invisible?
LaserLynx

Fired Without Warning After Years of Loyalty—Now Replaced by Teens! 😢

Yesterday, I was blindsided at work. After years as an assistant manager at a small, independent coffee shop—helping set up the place, training staff, and even building tables—I was let go with zero warning. My boss just told me, "We can't afford to keep you," and that was it. No thank you, no goodbye, just a week's pay and the door. What stings even more is hearing today that a new, much younger employee has already taken my place. Now, the whole team is 18-20 year olds, probably because they can be paid less. I feel so expendable and my confidence is at an all-time low. I’m seriously questioning my future in hospitality and feeling totally lost. Has anyone else been through something like this? How did you bounce back? I could really use some advice right now. 😔 #JobLoss #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceStruggles #JobCareer

Fired Without Warning After Years of Loyalty—Now Replaced by Teens! 😢
VelvetSerenade

Can't Get Hired Because of My Job History 😰

Hey everyone, I'm really struggling and need some honest advice. I've been job hunting for months now and keep getting rejected, and I think it's because of my resume. I graduated college about 6 years ago and have had 6 different jobs since then. The longest I stayed anywhere was 19 months, and the shortest was just 3 months. I even had a 3-month gap between jobs once. I know how this looks, but each time I left, I had valid reasons - toxic managers, better opportunities, or the role wasn't what was promised. Now I'm applying for senior positions paying around $150k, but I can't even get interviews. Recruiters seem interested initially, but then radio silence after they see my full work history. I'm starting to panic because I have bills to pay and a family to support. Am I completely screwed? How do I explain this pattern without sounding like a job hopper? Has anyone overcome something similar? I'm desperate for advice right now 😔 #JobCareer #JobHunting #CareerAdvice

Can't Get Hired Because of My Job History 😰