Hard to love my job since my amazing boss was fired?

Question

I need some advice. My director was recently fired. It was strictly political (I know this for a fact, I was a silent insider) I used to love my job and the company I work for but now I can't stand it. She was the best boss I ever had and the best director this company ever had. But some power hungry *sshole needed a scapegoat and sent her packing. I'm really trying but I just can't feel good about this company anymore. I get to work later everyday. I work slower. I'm miserable all day. I don't want to leave before I'm am fully vested (in May this year). What can I do to feel good about this place again? What motivation unrealted to the company itself or ever the job itself, can I use to make me ebrace this company again?

I'm not late for work. I used to get in up to 2 hours earlier than my actual start time in order to assist with other projects. Now it's just a job.

I don't know how much greed has to do with it as economic sense. Anyone who has been job hunting understands if you have a job you keep it until you find something better. There's something called "bills" in this world.

Answer 1

Ive had the same thing happen. Well, for one thing, you need to get yourself back to performing at an acceptable level, and coming in on time. Even if you arent happy, you dont want them to know about it. Secondly, as you get closer to May- if time passing hasnt helped you to feel better- then start applying for other jobs. Just knowing you have that light at the end of the tunnel will help you to feel better about it until you actually get there. Plus- maybe this will make you feel better- not only did I lose my great boss, but he was replaced by the arrogant jerk that fired him (that everyone across the company seems to hate), so now I have to report to him too! Time helped heal my wounds for the most part, although I am now job seeking again (now its just about the jerk and not about my old boss anymore).

Answer 2

I can relate. My company was just bought out and we have all new management. My boss who I loved left the company. We all miss her tremendously. The atmosphere is not the same, but don't make any costly mistakes! Your old boss would not want you to do that. Just focus on your day to day tasks, vent to co-workers you trust, and while you are waiting until May, start searching the web for other employment. It happens all over, especially in big business. Your actions are not going to change the direction, so don't waste the energy.

Good luck!

Answer 3

I gather it's just greed keeping you there until you're fully vested. If that's the case, suck it up and leave as soon as you're vested as it's only a few more months.