Such incompetence!!!!!I just have to vent. I'm surrounded by the most incompetent people EVER. My job is done to 100% accuracy, down to every SINGLE minute detail such as returning from lunch on time for appointments (never EVER late for appointments with clients). Other aspects of specific clients tend to be held with such disregard for professionalism and proper handling that no one bothers to THINK of the right solution. They poke blindly until such clients are re-assigned. I get to pick up the mess and half the time they want to cancel and clients won't even listen to me when I AM RIGHT and the resolution can be fixed in less than a day as opposed to a few weeks. Does anyone else follow such accuracy and competence? NO. But they DO get PROMOTED and paid a big FAT salary. Instead, I get to handle the brunt of the complaints and resolutions. I have to attempt to keep clients when they have dealt with incompetence and laziness on the part of another team member. I have to work extra hard to convince them that MY solution to their issues is the correct one. I have to deal with incompetence not only on behalf of the clients (think the type of clients that know nothing about technicalese and computers), but on the team as well. It's getting SOOO frustrating when others with proven incompetence are promoted and get to make the bigger salary yet I'm stuck at home after work eating top ramen noodles and can barely afford $1k per month rent (don't even suggest it- ain't nothing cheaper than that in THIS area) and bills on TOP OF THAT. Why isn't hard work and extraordinary competence and effort and talent rewarded after dues have been paid far beyond what others have had to pay in the EXACT SAME position/company? Why do *I* always have to FIGHT 10 times harder for a decent promotion, and when I get it, the pay is 30 cents an hour more instead of $10k/year more? Why do *I* never get what I deserve? Why can *I* not EVER get the lucky break when I work hard and get some decent money so I can afford 3 meals a day, decent clothes, and other necessities? *very very very depressed sigh*
Hi MrStealth, I know you're venting but want to say that I've noticed that when people are conscientious workers and others are lazy, they will end up picking up the slack. They know you will, so they don't feel the need to work harder. Sounds like your working environment is one of office politics where incompetence and networking rule. Company culture primarily depends on management's attitude, incompetence attracts incompetence. It's might be like that almost in every company, some more than others. Get outta there when it affects your wellbeing - you won't change that company culture all by yourself !! Good luck Jones MrStealth, (I will assume that this is a valid post.) Is there any chance of looking at other companies and seeing what they may have to offer you? If you feel that you are blocked from advancing at the present company, maybe you will be able to transfer your skills elsewhere and move up. It sounds as though you are not happy where you are and need a chance to grow. Being frustrated where you are is not good for you. Both posts bring up valid points... I'm in the middle of a job search right now. I've sent out 250+ resume`s since last September. I have almost 10 years of experience in my field, with extensive experience in all pieces of software and languages that are REQUIRED by these positions. But no one will even look at me. Not a peep. Oh, I've had calls, but from contract or temporary positions and positions that pay $10/hour. None of the full-time permanent positions (the ones with big FAT salaries that I REALLY want) will ever call me back, and I've tried everything. I've been attempting to get a full-time permanent gig for quite a few years now, without success. I'm starting to realize that perhaps design isn't my field after all (especially if people don't bother to call me), and I'm going to back to school to pursue something else WITH a degree. I've come to firmly believe how valuable a degree can be, and I'm going to go as far as to complete a Masters while I have the youth, energy, and enthusiasm to do so.
You might want to start your own business. Usually if you are good at something your best bet is business ownership. Design is something that's very subjective usually as well. If others really like your work and designs you might really have something others want. Congratulations on deciding to go after your degree! I did that too and it opens doors like you wouldn't believe. My paycheck doubled after I got my degree. If your current crummy job pays for your schooling and will let you take classes in the late morning and early afternoon, I'd stay put until you get those out of the way. I found that summer semester classes are quick but painful way of knocking out classes in a hurry. Community colleges are a lifesaver! Not only are they cheaper, but they allow you to drop and add classes more efficiently, and they have better forgivenness policies if you have to take a four week business trip in the middle of the semester. Plus they are a sneaky way to get around the course-load limits at the universities. (I used to take two classes at the university and two classes or three classes at the community college every semester to maintain part-time status.) If I were you, I'd resume your job search before you get your masters. In software it is easy to go from being under educated to over educated in some industries.
This is not an attack on anyone on these boards in particular, just an FYI: Oh, and guess what? I get another $100 a month taken from me with a rent increase! Just found out today! YAY! *end sarcasm*
bodwen- some very good ideas. I'll need to take advantage of some of these while I'm completing my degree!
Maybe we could help a little more if you let us know how your work is split between the job you're not being promoted in and your business. Is your business something you do a couple of nights a week, or do you contract on the weekends or something?
There are a select few people on this earth who actually care about the customers they serve. Threy do the very best they can, even when no one is watching. They remain calm and professional when dealing with angry clients and lazy@ co-workers. They do not know how to do a job half way, nor would they consider it. The sad thing about these wonderful people is this; others take advantage of them, their employers don't see the extra time, longer hours, or satisfied customers. They are a select few. I would recommend starting a very meticulous diary of all the jobs and duties you assume because those around you are lazy. Take it with you at night when you leave. The next time you have a review, make a list of all these things and present them to your supervisor. You are the type of employee that all employers would give their right arm to employ. You have a wonderful work ethic, don't ever change! Good luck! tb:) | |
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