A few months ago I decided that I needed a change in jobs so I quit and took a position at a local doctor's office as the receptionist. The boss' wife and I know each other from college classes and she hired me because she really likes me. Her and her husband have done nothing but praise me and go on to everyone about how I am doing such a wonderful job. They have also already given me quite a big raise. The problem I'm having is that I absolutely hate this job! It is extremely boring and I like to keep busy. Also, the receptionist that was here before me made a complete mess of their billing system and now it is left up to me to fix it. In my previous job I did nothing but fix other people's mistakes and that's one reason I left. I honestly do not have the energy at this point in time to fix this lady's mistake. How do I quit and stay friends with this lady? I will be seeing her on a regular basis and I really appreciate everything her and her husband have done for me. Please help!
2007-11-14 03:06:09 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Administrative and Office Support
Okay, so you need to keep busy and want more work---but not if that work is fixing other peoples' mistakes? You like to keep busy, but you don't have energy?
That doesn't make a lot of sense. I think your ego is telling you that this job is beneath you and that's the real issue.
I'd tell her that you appreciate the opportunity, but the job isn't challenging. Stay until they find a replacement.
2007-11-14 03:43:28 · answer #1 · answered by SeasonedRecruiter 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First - never mix relationships with work.
But, if you are good friends, just talk to her. I would not give the same reasons for quitting you gave to us, (like not having energy to fix something) but would tell her you have a great opportunity somewhere else, and you REALLY appreciate the support they showed in giving you the job initially. After all, it's a receptionist - not a doctor. :)
Cheers.
2007-11-14 03:16:35 · answer #2 · answered by twowords 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Part of a job is cleaning up messes and issues that are there. If you honestly cannot stomach fixing the billing system, start quickly researching someone who could come in part-time that you pay out of your pocket to fix the problem. That's why work was invented, someone didn't want to do the work so they PAID someone else to do it for them. If you just hate the job in general and this lady likes you, find a suitable replacement for her and then break the news nicely over lunch that you pay for.
2007-11-15 14:03:36 · answer #3 · answered by scarlettboca 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your husband desires to start searching for yet another activity, undesirable financial equipment or no longer, and not provide word at this activity till he properly-knownshows yet another one. even whether it quite is on the comparable revenues, he can tell this boss now that at the same time as he regretfully submits his resignation, the different corporation made him a financial furnish he only could no longer refuse in those unclear situations. If she's as you're saying she is, it won't take her too long to stumble on yet another "confidante" and steadily lose touch with the the two one among you as time is going with the aid of,
2016-10-16 12:11:47 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell her I really appreciate everything you and your husband have done for me but I am not happy with this position. She shouldn't be upset because personal relationships should not affect professional relationships. However since she is your friend I think you have an obligation to give her an extended notice of your intentions.
2007-11-14 03:16:28 · answer #5 · answered by Greene 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Let them know you plan to seek new work and plan to give a month's notice...plus all the advice above about explaining how much you appreciated the chance and how you enjoyed working with them. But the job itself is not a good long-term prospect for you.
2007-11-14 06:13:56 · answer #6 · answered by Wolfithius 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go talk to your boss and his wife about it. Ask for a suggestion. Maybe they can give you something else to do. If they can't then maybe they will suggest you to find something that you like somewhere else. It's good for you either way.
2007-11-16 14:43:34 · answer #7 · answered by Caitlyn 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take the couple out for dinner and some drinks, (the drinks will help). and let them know that i enjoy the job but u want to focus on are real career.
2007-11-14 03:15:50 · answer #8 · answered by Lu 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
just tell them its not for you
they will understand
if you try and make up some weird and wonderful story they will know you are lying and think its something they have done to upset you
in this instance the truth really is the best answer
all the best
Ian
2007-11-14 03:15:34 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋