I recently started a new job, and have just completed my training, so everyone at work has been very nice and understanding of my questions and concerns. However, to be quite frank, I don't think I am good at my job. I've made several mistakes (both major and minor) almost every single day that I have actually worked. These mistakes have caused myself and the closing manager(s) to stay later than scheduled. While I haven't been warned or written up yet, I am wondering if it would be better to just put in my notice, or stick it out and try hard to improve. I am not a quitter by nature, but I am VERY concerned about being let go. Ever since I started, I have felt so stressed out and dumb. What do you think is the best option at this point? I do not have to work, so it wouldn't be necessary to have another job lined up right away. Only constructive criticism please. :)
2006-12-11 12:22:33 · 8 answers · asked by chickadee 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I've been in your position before, and I think your allowing all of your mistakes get the best of you, and you shouldn't let that bother you. The people who have worked there before you know that your new to this and they know that within time your going to get the hang of things. You need to relax and need not to feel stupid, however, if you feel that this is not the type of work you would like to do for a long time then stay for at least 6 months, then leave, it's not good to have only 1 month's of work on your resume. So try to put all of your mistakes aside, and see if it is what you want. Everyone messes up in the begining so don't sweat it ok? Good luck!
2006-12-11 13:24:40 · answer #1 · answered by Om... 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While your relationship with your colleagues has been "very nice" is a big plus as it indicates a cordial working environment. The problem, it seems, lies in your making mistakes almost daily and your inability to avoid them. Remember "everyone makes mistakes". So, don't be too hard on yourself. I am also glad to know that that you are not a quitter. To succeed, one must not be a quitter. However, "I have felt so stressed out and dumb." is a very big minus point. You are not enjoying your work! Can you imagine being in the present state for the rest of your life? Unless you are confident of not making those mistakes after a reasonable period of time, I would advise you not to stay and whither your life away but find a job that you truly enjoy and you will be happy for a great part of your life. I wishes you the very best!
2006-12-11 21:05:27 · answer #2 · answered by Alfretz T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say stick it out, and are all these mistake repeating? if Not, then you just seem to hit all of it on a daily basis. They understand you will be messing up, left and right, but if they are keeping you still after the training, they obviously see a potential in you, that they see you will comes through. So stick it through! And since this is not a JOB JOB that you had to make your day or means met. Just see it as an experience for future reference. This is how you work on your work experiences in different situations.
Good luck!
2006-12-11 20:36:15 · answer #3 · answered by jane c 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every new job has a learning curve. Your managers went through the same things. Ask you manager how you can improve you work quality. I would stick it out. The job you have is really a good one.
Make yourself a checklist of what you need to do for each closing. This will assist you and help you and others stay on schedule.
Hope this helps.
2006-12-11 20:30:35 · answer #4 · answered by Jo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be totally honest with your supervisor about how you are feeling. If you bring it up now, then something CAN be done instead of waiting until something HAS to be done. Depending on your conversation though, they would have to respect your choice if you decide to give them your notice or stay. Either way, you should get quite a bit of respect from your supervisor, and if you do leave you should be able to leave the door open for a possible reference from him/her later.
2006-12-11 20:31:03 · answer #5 · answered by Brian V 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bring it to the attention of the manager that you feel you are making mistakes and ask their guidance on how to avoid them. Ask if you could shadow some of their better employees to get tips. I wouldn't just give up because it's challenging.
2006-12-11 20:28:46 · answer #6 · answered by traciatim 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
your just getting your wings kid.Work is tough some times. get a notepad and go the extra mile.Write down anything you need to do and review it either before work or as you go through the day.Take care you will be fine dont give up!
2006-12-11 20:51:58 · answer #7 · answered by butterflyspy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's called the Rite of Passage. Common to newbies. The problem is your confidence. You'll do okay.
2006-12-11 20:32:24 · answer #8 · answered by da_hammerhead 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋