Are you happy? Is it too much, just about right? Are you happy to stay or looking for some sort of way out? Self employed, is it working for you or a bit of a struggle? And if you are employed, is your employer good at looking after your well being? |
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"It's alright. It's a bit boring now but it pay okay for the industry and I have a good deal of flexibility, so I don't want to look the gift horse in the mouth, so to speak. "
It is probably the same for a lot of people, I am sure. |
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Unfortunately in an industry where company only believes in profit and client have been actively seeking a better job within the same industry mental health never exists for this company even though they pride themselves on mental awareness  |
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over a year ago
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In terms of actual career development and learning new skills, it's kinda shit and I'm spinning my wheels. But my salary is pretty decent for what I do and the flexibility is there as well |
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"Unfortunately in an industry where company only believes in profit and client have been actively seeking a better job within the same industry mental health never exists for this company even though they pride themselves on mental awareness "
Lots of companies just pay lip service to that I am afraid. |
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The money is good for what the job is.
But the flexibility and support just isn’t there (considering I’m very flexible with my working hours and do them lots of favours, it doesn’t go both ways)
I’ve had a really difficult time over the past year, including being diagnosed with PTSD. After which, they wouldn’t give me fireworks night off after someone had booked it first. I think I need something else. |
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"Unfortunately in an industry where company only believes in profit and client have been actively seeking a better job within the same industry mental health never exists for this company even though they pride themselves on mental awareness
Lots of companies just pay lip service to that I am afraid. "
True just wish more companies practice what they preach sadly will not happen finally coming back to the light after five years bullying etc just couldn’t get things straight in my head still can’t tbh |
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"Unfortunately in an industry where company only believes in profit and client have been actively seeking a better job within the same industry mental health never exists for this company even though they pride themselves on mental awareness
Lots of companies just pay lip service to that I am afraid.
True just wish more companies practice what they preach sadly will not happen finally coming back to the light after five years bullying etc just couldn’t get things straight in my head still can’t tbh "
I am sorry to hear. I hope it gets better for you  |
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"Unfortunately in an industry where company only believes in profit and client have been actively seeking a better job within the same industry mental health never exists for this company even though they pride themselves on mental awareness
Lots of companies just pay lip service to that I am afraid.
True just wish more companies practice what they preach sadly will not happen finally coming back to the light after five years bullying etc just couldn’t get things straight in my head still can’t tbh
I am sorry to hear. I hope it gets better for you "
Thank you and to the few women and gent friends that have helped during time on fab
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over a year ago
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Unfortunately not enjoying mine these days and with an incompetent line manager who doesn't have a clue what they are doing themselves never mind what any of my team do, doesn't fill me with confidence that anything is going to change. Just the nature if the establishment who employs me.  |
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After over 15 years working in retail, I now work from home Mon- Fri which I love, however the senior management within the company are appalling. The workload is excessive and we get very little support. It could be so much better if they were proactive rather than reactive, but they either don’t care or are thick as mince. |
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Self employed and can be hard going . Thought about going back to work for a company on many occasions. I think people assume you make lots of money but it’s far from the truth . |
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"Self employed and can be hard going . Thought about going back to work for a company on many occasions. I think people assume you make lots of money but it’s far from the truth . "
I sumpathise. I did it for a while and certainly not for the faint hearted though obviously some like it and do well too. |
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My main job....overworked at times, not paid what your worth, a new start with no experience can start on not much less than me  .
My second job (just a different department) I love, boss is the polar opposite and rewards good work, I've had two pay rises in the 6 months I've been doing it and we're treated really well with bonuses that aren't stupidly unachievable (unlike the other job) and treated to meals out at least 4 times a year minimum all expenses paid.
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I’m happy with my job yeah. Been there 15 years, pay is great, benefits are great.
Have the odd shitty day, but don’t we all.
It gives me a good lifestyle and im definitely retiring early (55 at the latest) |
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I travel 250 miles round trip to work In Reading, I wanted to work for the Brand, but I’m starting to hate the team I work with, the money is great,
But we have negative people in the team, that are starting to suck my energy up.
I spent most of my time in the office and starting to think should I move back to the midlands |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
Much prefer to be employed than self employed. I’ve had two of my own companies and hated it.
I’ve always enjoyed my work and had huge amounts of respect for the companies, my managers and leadership teams I’ve chosen to work for. I think this makes a big difference when things get tough you cope well. |
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"I absolutely adore my job.
I'm employed now, have been self-employed before and found that overwhelming at times. "
Yeah the only downside is I literally never switch off totally from it. The pros outweigh the cons for me though. |
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"I absolutely adore my job.
I'm employed now, have been self-employed before and found that overwhelming at times.
Yeah the only downside is I literally never switch off totally from it. The pros outweigh the cons for me though. "
Also, the Christmas staff party always had one d*unken dickhead....wait
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I generally enjoy my job and work with a great bunch of people.
However, we're constantly fire fighting and I'm underpaid for the responsibility I have, though that will improve when I qualify.
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Happy to stay because my boss is understanding & wry flexible which suits me & the needs of my children at the moment. The actual job is becoming overwhelming & ever changing and we’re all feeling very overworked & undervalued at the moment & trying to address it |
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Job is boring, poorly paid. I hate the company, they brag to anyone who will listen about what a great employer they are and how well they look after their staff but it’s all lip service. They place no value on me, my skills/experience or my job.
I’d love to leave but having ASD complicates things, less 20% of ASD people keep a full time job and getting another is incredibly difficult.
I try to balance out work life by really trying to make the most of my time outside of work but it o my goes so far. Sooner or later something’s got to give. |
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"I absolutely adore my job.
I'm employed now, have been self-employed before and found that overwhelming at times.
Yeah the only downside is I literally never switch off totally from it. The pros outweigh the cons for me though.
Also, the Christmas staff party always had one d*unken dickhead....wait
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"Job is boring, poorly paid. I hate the company, they brag to anyone who will listen about what a great employer they are and how well they look after their staff but it’s all lip service. They place no value on me, my skills/experience or my job.
I’d love to leave but having ASD complicates things, less 20% of ASD people keep a full time job and getting another is incredibly difficult.
I try to balance out work life by really trying to make the most of my time outside of work but it o my goes so far. Sooner or later something’s got to give."
That sounds tough, sorry to hear. Hopefully you will find a way to get something that makes you happier soon. |
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over a year ago
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"Are you happy? Is it too much, just about right? Are you happy to stay or looking for some sort of way out? Self employed, is it working for you or a bit of a struggle? And if you are employed, is your employer good at looking after your well being? "
Looking for a new job at moment. |
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By *TG3Man
over a year ago
Dorchester |
"Are you happy? Is it too much, just about right? Are you happy to stay or looking for some sort of way out? Self employed, is it working for you or a bit of a struggle? And if you are employed, is your employer good at looking after your well being? "
I work for a company that has brought back sla*very as an occupation |
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By *issmorganWoman
over a year ago
Calderdale innit |
I like that I can pick my own days/nights to work and that's about it to be honest.
As for the work, i don't really enjoy it.
I'm looking, but I won't just go for the first thing I find. I would like a total change to be honest. |
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Im. Self employed. Its so much better. My work is seasonal so I'm busy from March til November. (Gardening) nit had a lady Chatterley experience yet though. I can still juggle my work in the summer and I dnt mind staying home in this cold weather |
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By *viatrixWoman
over a year ago
Redhill |
I quite like it- best job I’ve had. 
I just wish I weren’t so damn tired all the time…but it comes with the territory.
Also people can be very difficult. I’ve worked in customer facing roles for 28 years. It’s tiring sometimes.
But I’m happy. I’ve been able to give my family amazing travelling experiences that we could have only dreamed about if I were doing anything else. And it’s all about making memories.  |
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My job is really convenient and has a lot of flexibility which suits me and my life perfectly! I used to enjoy it a lot more but there’s been some big changes that have made it a lot less enjoyable.
Overall I’m really grateful it pays what I need it to and it works for my schedule! Not many people are so lucky unfortunately |
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"Are you happy? Is it too much, just about right? Are you happy to stay or looking for some sort of way out? Self employed, is it working for you or a bit of a struggle? And if you are employed, is your employer good at looking after your well being? "
Self employed and at the moment too much. But necessary to progress so I won't say no.
Overall happy, 2023 gave me some great opportunities.
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RN it’s a little too much. I’m miles behind because I have important family stuff to sort out but if I take time off I’ll be even further behind…..
I’m thinking about leaving on a jet plane for a couple of weeks. Fuck it |
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"Are you happy? Is it too much, just about right? Are you happy to stay or looking for some sort of way out? Self employed, is it working for you or a bit of a struggle? And if you are employed, is your employer good at looking after your well being? "
Yes I'm happy. I'm faced with challenging people sometimes (but that's the nature of the job), but it gives a lot of satisfaction and I feel as if I'm making a difference. |
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It's rewarding doing what I like, pay is up and down but the satisfaction outweighs the finance.And I get to choose if I want to take a day off when I like 