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Job conflict

49 replies

WonderingIf38 · 17/02/2021 10:39

Where I work currently, it's a very small team and family owned. I have had some issues with management and staff stabbing me in the back. Basically, I thought everything was going ok-ish until I had my probation last month and they ripped shreds out of me and pretty much said they didn't know what I did. Just before Christmas I had a few massive breakdowns. I felt suicidal for about a month. Every point I brought up at the meeting was turned back around on me. I had felt that management wasn't supportive before this and let down by them, but I thought I was doing a decent job at least. I worked my arse off and often worked over my hours most nights. I felt broken at this. Despite this, I did/do really enjoy my job, especially the people I support through it.

About a week after my probation, my managers have done a complete 360 and can't praise me enough. I don't know why. If I bring up anything, they are full of support and if I'm struggling, they put in structures to support me. This was never done before. I really don't know what's changed but I really like having my work praised!

When I had my probation and got my report back (it was dire, really terrible), I applied for other jobs that very day and have been offered one. One that is rewarding, challenging and more money. Lots more money. Except now things are going well at work I'm really in two minds about this new job. The whole having to get to know new colleagues, the challenges of settling down in a new job etc are really getting to me and making me question if this new job is for me. My confidence was shattered at this place and I think it's that that's clouding my judgement. I don't know what to do.

OP posts:
ErickBroch · 17/02/2021 11:25

Absolutely leave there is no question. They will keep messing you around.

StrictlyAFemaleFemale · 17/02/2021 11:30

Take the new job. You cant trust your current employers.

WonderingIf38 · 17/02/2021 11:32

Wow! Thanks for all your replies. Looks like I'll be going then!

I really didn't know I was so shit at my job. They didn't say anything until the probation which is why I was so surprised. Same management wouldn't reply to my emails for a month while I was working from home. It was horrible! They are acting like I'm amazing at my job now though! It's weird to say the least!

As you have all helped me with one issue, I could really do help with a further one. One of my references is an ex manager at a workplace in the distant past. Also a good friend. Usually he wouldn't have a bad word to say about me but we've had a falling out and now I'm unsure if he'll do the reference when approached or not. I can give my new employers a different contact but how do I approach this without looking daft or unprofessional? Thanks everyone!

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2020nymph · 17/02/2021 11:33

@TaraR2020

I'd leave - I wouldn't trust employers to stay nice.

This.

Gliblet · 17/02/2021 11:34

Most employers now only give factual references which are very basic, so you give the contact details for HR or whoever looks after staff records for that company and when asked, they reply to confirm that you worked there when you said you did.

unmarkedbythat · 17/02/2021 11:36

I can give my new employers a different contact but how do I approach this without looking daft or unprofessional?

If he's a referee from the distant past it would seem perfectly appropriate to say you have referees who can give a more up to date account of your suitability for the role and recent achievements.

Wibblewobble99 · 17/02/2021 11:58

Agree with @unmarkedbythat.

Wibblewobble99 · 17/02/2021 11:59

PS good luck!! Let us know how you get on

yoyo1234 · 17/02/2021 12:58

Flowers go for the new job. I have been in a job where I have felt lied to and bullied by senior management, it feels like there is an element of gas lighting going on. You question your worth -hence scared about a new job. Be kind to yourself

WonderingIf38 · 19/02/2021 11:20

Thank you so much for all your replies. Today I have given my notice in.

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Newnameagain111 · 19/02/2021 11:26

My advice would be take the new job. Sounds like the current place is fickle and plays games with you. Jump ship for sure.

Newnameagain111 · 19/02/2021 11:26

Just read your update! Great news!

SpiderinaWingMirror · 19/02/2021 11:36

My Dad gave me some very good advice.
Never work for a family firm unless you are the family.
They will treat every penny they give you as bread out of their children's mouths
Every error as a personal slight.
Rarely wrong my old man.

StrictlyAFemaleFemale · 19/02/2021 14:04

Great update!

AndAPartridgeInABearTree · 19/02/2021 14:13

Great news. Congratulations! Starting a new job is hard (I did it recently after a long time at my last company) but after finding my feet I'm loving it. The atmosphere is fabulous and I feel much freer to be the best I can be. You will be so glad you changed!

Sciurus83 · 19/02/2021 15:17

Leave! Leave! Leave!

Sciurus83 · 19/02/2021 15:17

Oh just saw update, nice one, good luck

HeadSpin5 · 19/02/2021 17:03

I’d take it. Once something like that happens it’s very difficult to trust that it won’t happen again, despite the later steps they took. I had similar, started new job last year, ripped apart in performance review - personal things too, not even about actual work - and it destroyed my confidence and my enthusiasm for the job. Not long after the person who did it completely changed their opinion as they got to know me (we’d barely interacted before, which made it even worse) and i know how much they came to value me - we even became friends, to a certain degree. But the damage was done, I never felt the same way about the job again and within six months I’d gone, to a far better environment, where I’m much happier. Good luck to you whatever you choose!

Doyoumind · 19/02/2021 17:18

I know your situation is resolved now OP but I can't help but agree with what PP said about family businesses.

I have worked for a lot of founder managed businesses and it is a difficult environment. I have experienced the same problems. I even work for one now. I clearly haven't learned from my previous mistakes Confused

AntiHop · 19/02/2021 17:22

Have you signed a contract with your new job? For future reference, I wouldn't hand in noticed at one job for another until I'd signed a contract.

peak2021 · 19/02/2021 17:55

I hope the new job gives you all the satisfaction you seek (and the extra money can be put to good use).

StrictlyAFemaleFemale · 19/02/2021 18:42

Great update!

BrownFootStool · 19/02/2021 19:36

New job! 100%

Liverbird77 · 19/02/2021 21:17

Take the new job.

They've already chipped away at your self confidence. You never know when they'll turn on you again.

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