Leaving a Job after 7 weeks?

[Hedgehogparty]

Had an induction period and after that, started the job proper. I haven't really enjoyed it from the first day, just feel its not for me. I think I was so grateful to be offered it that I jumped too quickly.

I've never handed in my notice after such a short time in any job before, but I dread going in each day.

Is it reasonable to quit this quickly or is 7 weeks long enough to make up your mind? I assume I'd have to work my notice anyway.

hedgehog I suppose it depends how much you need the money/need the job. It won't look good on your CV but if you are dreading every day then you must be very down about it....

I've got other options, so money wouldn't be an issue, but I've never left a job like this before. Can't decide whether to try to stick it out for longer or just throw it in. Won't look good on CV but I think it might look worse if I resign in 3 months time..........

YANBU.

Sometimes a job just isn't for you. I personally wouldn't hand in my notice until I'd secured another job, but that largely depends on my own circumstances.

I don't think it will necessarily impact negatively on your CV if you word it right. The first few months of most jobs are probationary anyway, there's no shame in leaving within your probationary period, that's why it's there.

Don't put it on your CV.Just say you took a few mopnths off the redecorate the house or some such.

xylem Would I be able to keep it off my CV? Its in the NHS so if I go for another NHS job, I think they'd know..............

Yes if it's the same employer that would be tricky...

Aldi not sure how long my probationary period is, but good point.

Is there anybody at work you could speak to about how unhappy you are? Maybe discuss it and ask to be transferred or a different role? I'd give that a shot - if you feel that your boss or someone in that capacity might be willing to listen. Rather than damage your CV and/or prospects within the same organisation.

Feel for you though OP, it sucks dreading going to work, think we've all been there at some point. But maybe there's a way to make it work for you and not feel like the last 7 weeks have been pointless.

I think you should quit - no point in stringing it out if you're not happy. Just be honest - they might surprise you and be more understanding than you might think.

We had a woman who quit after just a few weeks. Like you, she had been really excited about the role but then realised that it just wasn't right for her. We were disappointed but didn't think badly of her for it - actually, I thought it was quite a brave thing to do, and I admired her honesty.