Jacklyn,

I know this struggle as I’m currently in an awkward situation. But at the same time I know I need to move on to another company.

I’ve just been promoted as of last year. Though the co-worker who originally got me in the job was a very good manager and knew how to manage the show. The current individual who got promoted doesn’t know how to manage and can be a bully at times, it may feel this way but after observing I understand the stress he goes through as this a small group I’m with. Though majority of the burden lays on him. I know he can’t show me all the day to day routines and how to process certain things.

But there are times where the new manager has time to coach but is busy instead dwindling and laughing away at silly stuff on the internet, instead of grooming his staff. When you see an environment where people show they are extremely comfortable where they are it’s time to move immediately. Never be comfortable where you are cause you never know when you might loose that job. This was a key lesson I learn’t from my previous colleague/manager before he left. He took me to the side and said remember never be comfortable where you are. Those were the best words of wisdom anyone has given me. Never stick to a place for too long. At max stay for 5 years and jump ship. There’s nothing wrong in jumping ship when you see things aren’t working out for you. I know I don’t like to be selfish but this is your career and life make sure not to live in a ditch and know that you come first.

If people around you aren’t providing positive energy it’s time to move on because you’ll always remain miserable. But make sure you evaluate your self to make sure it’s not you. Because if you haven’t picked up on skills that you need then it might be time to hit the books and acquire those skills before jumping ship.

Yes, there are jobs people get they enjoy. Maybe you’re not in the industry you like, therefore the tasks at hand makes it difficult to enjoy. But if that’s the case I recommend doing something you do enjoy while you do your day to day job. Once your side job takes off you can pursue it as a full time. There will always be something or some individuals you won’t get along with. But the reality is you shouldn’t be miserable. Remember this is your world you’re in control of the outcome and the choices you make are the ones you will live with in the end. I hope this helps.

I do have a article you should check out from my blog. I hope it helps guide you. Please feel free to ask questions :).
https://seekinglifeandadventure.blogspot.com/2017/01/discipline-consistency-and-mastery-of.html