Annoyed with my Job

[futuremrsmlb]

I just need to vent for a sec.

I have been with the company since 2007. I was promoted to management in 2013. I am pretty sure I am the youngest manager on staff. Also, one of the most skilled. Most of the management here include retired military over the age of 40. Most of the staff are 10+ years my senior.

For these reasons I am always the go to person for additional tasks that require more than basic knowledge and skill. I feel like I am every one's personal assistant. At first I didn't mind because I am a team player and enjoy helping others. Now, i feel i am being taken advantage of.
I am STRONGLY considering a career change. Since finishing my B.S. degree I have gotten a few job leads but never followed up on them. I just updated my resume and am ready to put myself on the job market. Even willing to relocate
:mad:
Sighh.

Signed, disgruntled worker.

[bjcheung77]

I just need to vent for a sec.

I have been with the company since 2007. I was promoted to management in 2013. I am pretty sure I am the youngest manager on staff. Also, one of the most skilled. Most of the management here include retired military over the age of 40. Most of the staff are 10+ years my senior.

For these reasons I am always the go to person for additional tasks that require more than basic knowledge and skill. I feel like I am every one's personal assistant. At first I didn't mind because I am a team player and enjoy helping others. Now, i feel i am being taken advantaged of.
I am STRONGLY considering a career change. Since finishing my B.S. degree I have gotten a few job leads but never followed up on them. I just updated my resume and am ready to put myself on the job market. Even willing to relocate
:mad:
Sighh.

Signed, disgruntled worker.

Rate my company USA is a good site to leave some stream and send your voice out to potential readers.
I use similar site to review my workplace before I join them... And also vent when I needed to :p

[LaterBloomer]

My 2 cents? Go before you get bitter. Go somewhere where they don't know the pre-management you. Then, when you get there, learn how to say, "no" when it's appropriate

If you don't want to leave, you'll have to learn to set boundaries (and adhere to them) in your present place of employment. If not, you may get bitter and things won't get better.

[davewill]

Sounds like you need to push back a bit...or hire yourself a staff to delegate these jobs to.

[dfrecore]

My 2 cents? Go before you get bitter. Go somewhere where they don't know the pre-management you. Then, when you get there, learn how to say, "no" when it's appropriate

If you don't want to leave, you'll have to learn to set boundaries (and adhere to them) in your present place of employment. If not, you may get bitter and things won't get better.

I agree. Sometimes, there's just no getting away from the pre-degree (or pre-whatever) thing. You have to leave. It's sad, but true.

A fresh start at a new company may be your only option.

[futuremrsmlb]

Thanks for the feedback everyone.
I am looking into other opportunities. In talking with 2 other coworkers yesterday I learned I am not alone in my feelings. They are also seeking other employment. One has been with the company 14yrs & the other 20+.

On a positive note,.I am much more confident being back on the job market with a Bachelor's degree and as an MBA seeker.

[futuremrsmlb]

Sounds like you need to push back a bit...or hire yourself a staff to delegate these jobs to.

I wish it were that easy. I have a small department (me plus 3 employees ). The type of work being passed to me require access to information they are not allowed to have.

[Lindagerr]

I agree you need to leave. My husband started with one company 7 credits short of his degree and took a couple of years to finish them. He did fine in the company but it seemed slow going up the ladder. After 30 years with that company he was laid off.

Now he is with a new company 4 years no one even ask about his degree level and he has already had two promotions and has made it to associate director. He loves his job and feels respected.

So find somewhere you will be appreciated for your experience and knowledge and the degree just makes management check the box, you will go further faster.

[Kaskadian]

Being employed is the best time to start searching for jobs. I say start following up on those leads before you get bitter. I was stuck in a miserable job situation before my current one and started to use up my sick time/vacation time because I was no miserable. It DOES get better, just start applying. :coolgleam:

[traveler]

Devil's Advocate here:

Recently I was given some 'Sage' advice: = "Be less thoughtful." ((comment by friendly 'b') (even wrote it down somewhere.))
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You were looking for a job when you got this one.
Whatever you choose to do = Your decision.
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Background info:
I wish someone had given me some of this info in my past job lives.
Before you jump ship, there's some Debatable points:
So, there's having a job, and not having a job. (Choose one.)
Before you throw yourself to the wind, consider You, and Your requirements first and above all others. Then decide.
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If you choose to stay:
Consider how you can delegate tasks.
Learning how to delegate tasks dropped in your lap well, will decrease your stress level, while also preserving your job, and demonstrate how you are able to handle pressure.
Do a web search for the situation, perhaps something may help.
So, there's a disgruntled place, and a not disgruntled place. Decide what to do.
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If you choose to go: feel good about it.
My experiences have landed me in high pressure sink or swim situations. Some of those were totally awesome. I try really well, sometimes that works, and sometimes doesn't.
Your mileage may vary, based on your specific circumstances.
Some things a degree can't help, and experience matters more. Sometimes circumstances are beyond anyone's control. You have to decide.
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Currently, where I am working, the organization is doing a buyout, and the long-timers are parachuting out, and things are changing.
Things are going to change, and this place is going to need experience more than ever. Most Fortune 500 places have long ago passed this level. (What are the odds.)
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I also recently felt like "Mikie in the old LIFE cereal commercial", ("give it to Mikie, he'll eat anything.") perhaps because I was always cordial and said if I can help I will.
I have stopped volunteering for more work, because we have lost another position, and I simply don't have time to do more work because I am doing my job and was given part of another job too, and I still volunteer because I am not afraid of work.
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Recently, I found working two jobs in one, while testing, and family and all, and my studies were stressing me a lot and I even had nightmare/dreams about a proctor exam (even last night). So, I had to de-stress and just rest a bit. (Yeah, am aware have used word 'and' too many times. (one can deduct some points if that makes one happy.))
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Yeah, am also working on my game plan, and the real plan, and the fun plan. I find I need to use my downtime more for me, and less for studying for a bit.

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Be Happy,
Regards,
traveler