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Been sacked

27 replies

Nousername94 · 14/06/2023 21:27

today I had my probation meeting at work it wasn’t great and then at the end of the day one of the managers called me into the office to let me know I’ve been dismissed and haven’t passed the probation period.
They offered to give me a good reference for when I need one and wished me luck for the future but I don’t know where to go from here. I’ll have to give my baby daughters nursery notice and apply for something else but I feel so lost now. I don’t have many qualifications.
If you’ve been sacked were you bothered? Did you get another job rather quickly?

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Arewehumanorarewecupboards · 14/06/2023 21:28

Sorry to hear that. What area do you work in and what reason did they give?

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Nousername94 · 14/06/2023 21:31

Arewehumanorarewecupboards · 14/06/2023 21:28

Sorry to hear that. What area do you work in and what reason did they give?

I worked in admin and they just said I haven’t learnt everything quick enough for them to pass me. I was working as hard as I could to be honest

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LuluBlakey1 · 14/06/2023 21:31

They should really have spoken to you before this to review how you were getting on and offer you support in any areas you were finding difficult- not just sprung this on you as a 'you've not passed so we're not keeping you'. Did they do that?

LuluBlakey1 · 14/06/2023 21:33

It's not good practice to just tell you like this. You're probably better off somewhere else that will treat their staff development needs better.

Kenwoodmixitup · 14/06/2023 21:33

You will discover you are resilient and resourceful and able to move on. You will be ‘power woman’ as a result.

Being let go during probation is simply discovered not a good fit. It’s more a reflection on the company’s poor recruiting skills. Do a Google search for statements on how describe this an empowering experience.

Then give your daughter a big cuddle. She’s OK and that’s the main thing. You can manage anything with that in mind. 🌈🌷

Kenwoodmixitup · 14/06/2023 21:35

‘I worked in admin and they just said I haven’t learnt everything quick enough for them to pass me. I was working as hard as I could to be honest’

and you have those skills to take into the next setting.

whirlygirly · 14/06/2023 21:38

I'm sorry, it must have been a real shock. Do you understand where you needed to improve? Was any support given?

Most people have a job at some stage in their careers which hasn't worked out - my first one didn't and I'm now in a senior leadership position. Looking back, it worked out for the best but was miserable at the time.

Dust yourself off, get your cv updated and get back out there. Good luck!

Original poster
Nousername94 · 14/06/2023 21:50

Thank you everyone for the support and advise.
I am definitely going to get my CV updated and see what I can do next x

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MollysBrolly · 14/06/2023 21:52

I got fired from a job too, tbh I was crap I hated it l. It was early 90s and it was a computer parts company and I knew nothing and still don't about motherboards and stuff. Next job was as a receptionist and I got fired again cos I wasn't a good fit - I was 20 I was only there a week 🤣I signed up for a temping agency for a while and then got a job in a shop. I didnt bother putting those on my CV for my job after the shop. It all works out in the end.

Catbumps · 14/06/2023 21:52

Don’t let this kind of shit grind you down. Could be a million pointless reasons why they didn’t want to keep you on. Hold your head high and move on. In a few years you won’t even remember it

PinkFrogss · 14/06/2023 21:55

I’m sorry OP Flowers

Onwards and Upwards, make sure you get the correct notice period.

Its a great time for job seekers at the moment, I’m sure you’ll find something quickly. Maybe consider agency work?

User19844666884 · 14/06/2023 21:56

They weren’t right for you. When you find the company that is right for you, you will be glad that this happened because you will shine there and enjoy it much more. In the meantime, don’t be hard on yourself.

immergeradeaus · 14/06/2023 21:59

Sorry to hear that OP. Brew You’ll have some experience of what worked and what didn’t work that you can use in your next role. It might be the company wasn’t a good fit, or the sector wasn’t a good fit, but employers need people who work hard so you will be a blessing to another organisation.

thisisasurvivor · 14/06/2023 22:00

LuluBlakey1 · 14/06/2023 21:31

They should really have spoken to you before this to review how you were getting on and offer you support in any areas you were finding difficult- not just sprung this on you as a 'you've not passed so we're not keeping you'. Did they do that?

Shitty people

This is actually exactly what happened to me

And. You know what
It was a blessing in disguise

Bunch of idiots

goldenlocks · 14/06/2023 22:11

Were you struggling? In your opinion?

goldenlocks · 14/06/2023 22:11

Onwards and upwards x

MikiSu · 14/06/2023 22:20

Can you get agency work so you don't have to give up your daughters nursery space?

AlecTrevelyan006 · 14/06/2023 22:20

Don't be too hard on yourself. These things happen. Don't give up.

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/how-to-get-over-being-fired

Hunkydory99 · 14/06/2023 22:22

Do think carefully about giving notice at nursery. Appreciate you’ll need a job to pay the fees but don’t get yourself into a situation where you can’t start a new job because you don’t have childcare. Waiting lists for nursery places round us are crazy at the moment. Good luck with your job hunt xx

18baldingstar · 14/06/2023 22:33

I was sacked a couple of times in my 20’s, in jobs I hated. One they had someone’s relative lined up to take the job. I flailed around for a while but ultimately ended up in a job that I loved and got to travel which wouldn’t have happened if I’d stayed in the crap jobs.

I hope you find something else, something you really love and please look into any support you could be entitled to in the meantime

WouldYouLikeYourMuffinButtered · 14/06/2023 22:38

Losing a job like that is horrible, but they don't sound like a great employer anyway. Focus on the experience and skills you have gained, and look forwards, never back.
You never know where this may lead you.Good luck!

HatchetJob · 14/06/2023 22:43

I’ve temped a lot of places and found lots of them don’t want to spend the time training people and just want you to learn by osmosis or something.
Id go to an agency and you’ll probably pick up something in the meantime fairly quickly.

TheHandbag · 14/06/2023 22:44

Now is the time to do a skills audit, review what you're good at & focus on improving your weaknesses. Enrol on some online admin & HR courses and concentrate on up skilling yourself.

MintJulia · 14/06/2023 22:47

It happens. I wouldn't worry too much about it. Personality clashes are just one of those things..

I was sacked from a job after being perfectly employable for 28 years. It just meant that I was better qualified than my boss, we both knew it and she wanted me gone from the first moment that the sales director complimented my work.

There's a skills shortage at the moment. You'll find something better without much trouble. Good luck..

MrsMoastyToasty · 14/06/2023 22:53

Try temping. It means you can "try out " with a few different companies.

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