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Huge fuck up today

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HugeFuckUp · 11/09/2023 18:28

And I’m still on probation. 😭 In my job you have to be signed off by supervisors in different areas before you are allowed to do it alone. Today I completed a task that I have not been signed off on (and completely screwed it up) by mistake. I’ve been signed off to produce designs in area A. I had a request come through for A but with a tiny bit of C. I didn’t realise that C meant it needed to be put through as a new task type. To make it worse one of my fundamental calculations was ever so slightly out so the whole thing is wrong. I have to confess all of this to my boss tomorrow morning. Help!

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weirdoboelady · 11/09/2023 23:06

CarbsAreNotMyFriend · 11/09/2023 22:57

Ahh so sorry you're panicking, we've all been there! Remember they desperately don't want to sack you. It's expensive and a PITA to train someone, the last thing they want to do is let you go! If I had a member of staff who was this conscientious and concerned about an error I'd be thinking they were a great hire. Genuinely.

P.S....I don't think the manual is as shit hot as they think it is, otherwise it would have included what to do with a task that was partially task A/partially task B etc.

Actually, this. But the reason I wanted to post was to say that my DH would be the same. And he would be trying to support me and reduce stress on me - it comes from a loving place and doesn't mean a lack of confidence in you x

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HugeFuckUp · 11/09/2023 23:10

For those concerned about DH - he’s lovely and kind and supportive. He can only work part time due to disability and he’s worried about the pressure that puts on me to earn enough to pay the bills/ mortgage etc. He was trying to reassure me not put me down or show a lack of confidence in me. Appreciate it might not read that way though

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Rubiconmango · 11/09/2023 23:17

As crazy as it must be driving you! You recognised error, corrected it, and are now owning it! Integrity and ownership are very rare to find in work places, so they'll be nuts to sack you! It's a learning curve for you. We've all done it. That one thing you know like ABC but f it up royally even! Try to sleep! If they sack you with your honesty and integrity etc, you're too good for the workplace! They won't sack you though! :)

Rubiconmango · 11/09/2023 23:23

Eeeeeek that's not good on his part. That's a deeper issue. We all have to learn new job even when it's our field of expertise. No two places do it exactly the same. But shit of him to have such an undermining approach. There'll be a reason you took this job. Remember that reason and crack on. And please don't be overly apologetic as I find women usually are. Apologise humbly but professionally just once, recognise your error and express you've learnt from it, and will ensure you don't repeat the error. But don't get all 'it's a punishable offense and I'm at your mercy'. I hate that shit. As a Manager, I really don't appreciate people who grovel in this way. It screams 'I'm exploitable'. It's just not a great look, unless you're working for an aresehole who'd revel in it.

XelaM · 11/09/2023 23:36

Rubiconmango · 11/09/2023 23:17

As crazy as it must be driving you! You recognised error, corrected it, and are now owning it! Integrity and ownership are very rare to find in work places, so they'll be nuts to sack you! It's a learning curve for you. We've all done it. That one thing you know like ABC but f it up royally even! Try to sleep! If they sack you with your honesty and integrity etc, you're too good for the workplace! They won't sack you though! :)

This.

OP, in the nicest possible way, get a grip. We have all royally fucked up at work. I certainly have many times and sometimes my fuck ups were huge and I was the person in charge of the whole project 🥶 It happens. We apologise, try to rectify it (which you did) and then we move on with our lives. I work for a very well-known international firm with a stellar reputation for excellency and attention to deal. And yet... we're all human and fuck up from time to time. The world doesn't end.

weirdoboelady · 12/09/2023 00:42

HugeFuckUp · 11/09/2023 23:10

For those concerned about DH - he’s lovely and kind and supportive. He can only work part time due to disability and he’s worried about the pressure that puts on me to earn enough to pay the bills/ mortgage etc. He was trying to reassure me not put me down or show a lack of confidence in me. Appreciate it might not read that way though

Are we married to the same man? 😂

Batalax · 12/09/2023 07:33

Good luck this morning.

YouveGotAFastCar · 12/09/2023 07:36

Best of luck this morning, I hope it goes better than you’re expecting.

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HugeFuckUp · 12/09/2023 07:59

Thank you. I haven’t slept. Just watching the clock until it gets to 9.

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weirdoboelady · 12/09/2023 08:00

Hugs and solidarity x

Stravaig · 12/09/2023 08:03

Feet anchored firmly, breathe.
Remember all the positive qualities you have just demonstrated!

Megifer · 12/09/2023 08:32

Good luck op i hope it goes ok x

Wallabyone · 12/09/2023 10:52

Hi OP,
You've had some great advice on here-thinking of you and hope that you're ok x

MathsIsFab · 12/09/2023 11:10

How did it go @HugeFuckUp ?

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HugeFuckUp · 12/09/2023 16:37

The initial chat went ok. My boss said she was disappointed I’d made the error. I then had a Teams invite with her and her boss for tomorrow morning. So the anxiety carries on unfortunately.

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MathsIsFab · 12/09/2023 17:07

Hmmm ok

I am sure it ll be fine tomorrow just be prepared to apologise a lot 🙄

good luck, really hope it goes well!

Ladybug14 · 12/09/2023 17:27

HugeFuckUp · 12/09/2023 16:37

The initial chat went ok. My boss said she was disappointed I’d made the error. I then had a Teams invite with her and her boss for tomorrow morning. So the anxiety carries on unfortunately.

And Boss didn't tell you about Teams meeting with Bigger Boss?

Nasty controlling scare tactics

You don't deserve that

sep135 · 12/09/2023 17:36

Try not to worry, I suspect it might be a case of your immediate boss trying to arse cover. Frankly it seems overkill for a genuine mistake when you're new.

Talkwhilstyouwalk · 12/09/2023 20:34

HugeFuckUp · 12/09/2023 16:37

The initial chat went ok. My boss said she was disappointed I’d made the error. I then had a Teams invite with her and her boss for tomorrow morning. So the anxiety carries on unfortunately.

She will have made plenty of mistakes in her time too, don't forget that. It doesn't sound like the healthiest of working cultures, ideally employees should not be made to feel intimidated by their bosses.

Bonniethewestie · 13/09/2023 12:08

Good luck today OP! Sorry it’s all dragged out.

MathsIsFab · 13/09/2023 16:22

How did it go today @HugeFuckUp ?

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HugeFuckUp · 13/09/2023 16:23

I basically had a big telling off and was warned that any more mistakes, intentional or not, would lead to firmer consequences. So better than I had hoped for!

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Rubiconmango · 13/09/2023 16:27

You'd expect this slap on the wrist ;-) we're all allowed one major F UP ticket. You've used yours :-P now get some sleep tonight, enjoy your tennis game, and good luck in your new job 👍 😀

MathsIsFab · 13/09/2023 16:35

Well done !

tbh it does sound like a shite of a culture but at least you’ve got a job!

greenbeansnspinach · 13/09/2023 19:21

That sounds about right- thank goodness you can put it behind you now! Thanks for the update, lots of us have been rooting for you x