Feeling Stuck and Overworked: Should I Leave My Job or Wait It Out?

I have 4 years of experience in the Import/Export field. I changed my job 2 months ago. As per the job description assigned to me, I am supposed to manage all Import/Export activities on my own. However, my manager is using me as his assistant, and I find myself sitting idle for most of the day. Most of the time, he asks me to work after 6 pm, which forces me to stay in the office until 9 pm. Now, I am tired and considering changing this job. Is it the right decision to switch my job, or should I wait for some more time (considering a notice period of 3 months after confirmation)? Please guide.

If you need to leave the job, it's better to do so before completing your probation period. With 4 years of experience in export and import, it's advisable not to change your field. Try to find work in the same field. Once you change fields, it will have an effect on your future. If you continue in the same field, you will have better opportunities.

Regards,

It seems the job profile is not what was promised to you. Additionally, you mentioned that you are being used as his assistant. In such a scenario, it would be advisable to look for a new job in another organization, rather than sit there and develop ulcers.

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Ryan

If you feel that your talent is being wasted in the company, then consider changing the company now. What is the justification that the situation will improve over time?

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Ashutosh Thakre

I definitely agree with this. Your job profile is not what you are doing. Why bother staying?

If your probation is for 6 months, you have 4 more months to find a good job in your field. Please start looking for one as soon as possible and resign before the probation period ends. It is advisable to resign only after securing a suitable job in your field rather than staying idle at home.

While I concur with other members regarding the options open to you, I would view it from a different perspective as well. You mentioned that your boss uses you as his assistant. Are you sure you have not impressed him? If you have, suggest giving some thought to how you could handle the worst-case scenario from your perspective - the chances of your boss not letting you go when you finally resign. After all, who, someone like your boss, would let a (forgive me for the phrase) 'donkey' that simply does as instructed?

All the best.

Regards,
TS

Always do what your mind indicates to you; at the end of the day, work satisfaction is the major key that matters  Go ahead, better opportunities are waiting in the pipeline.

Seek Guidance Before Making a Job Change Decision

You need to discuss with your seniors and ask them about this. Two months is too early; there is no need to leave the job. It is better to discuss with your seniors, and if required, seek help from HR and more experienced colleagues.

First of all, you need to discuss and understand why the work is not being assigned or why you are required to work late hours. Try to accept this as a challenge, not a problem. I am sure you will start to like it after 2-3 months. You need to understand the reasons first; this is the solution. Please find out.

With best wishes,

Regards,
S Kumar

My advice is to talk to your manager first. Let him know how you feel, respectfully and with proof and sense. Choose your words carefully because the point is to make him understand the situation and how you feel about it, to look for a possible solution.

If after doing that, he doesn't care and doesn't do anything about it, right there is your answer—"QUIT ASAP." But give it a try, and try to communicate with him. If that doesn't work, and you really need to stay (for debts and responsibilities), apply as much as you can to get another opportunity. If you pass your 3-month period, it doesn't matter; you still can resign.

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I have 4 years of experience in the Import/Export field. I changed my job 2 months ago. As per the job description assigned to me, I am supposed to manage all Import/Export activities independently. However, my manager is utilizing me as his assistant, and I find myself idle most of the day. Many times, he assigns tasks after 6 pm, leading me to work late until 9 pm. Now, I am feeling exhausted and contemplating changing jobs.

Should I Change Jobs Now or Wait?

I would suggest you stay for a bit longer. I understand the current situation you are facing and the discomfort caused by your manager's behavior. There might be reasons that you are not aware of, or perhaps as a new member in his team, he is taking time to build trust and interest in you.

Despite having valuable experience that could benefit your employer, it seems your manager is not fully utilizing your skills. It is common for seniors to take some time to trust new team members. I believe you joined the company with optimism and a desire to grow professionally, but the lack of meaningful work and late hours are making you contemplate changing jobs prematurely.

You are not a novice but a seasoned professional with knowledge and skills. The issue lies in the lack of meaningful tasks and the late hours. By demonstrating your enthusiasm and commitment to learning and working with your manager, you might be able to improve the current situation.

Patience and confidence are key in such situations. Best of luck.

Regards,

Seeking Advice on Career Progression and Job Transition

Kindly suggest to me on the same topic. I have 4 years of experience in the flexible manufacturing industry as an HR & Admin professional. Last year, my superior left the organization. He had promised to promote me from Senior Executive to Assistant Manager, but after his departure, my immediate boss also made the same promise. However, in November, she also left.

Now, the other unit head has assured me of a promotion and even revised my increment amount. However, for the past two months, he has avoided discussing it with me. He mentioned to my colleague to take over my tasks, leaving me with idle time. Previously, I was under immense work pressure. Meanwhile, I have explored opportunities in other organizations and secured a job offer. The challenge is that the new opportunity is in a BPO setting, and I am uncertain if my experience there would be valuable.

Kindly assist me as I am facing significant challenges.

Thanks & Regards,
Pratibha Bhandari