Dear zenith: life is often unfair, unjust, isn’t it? We have to do our best with what is in front of us, the reality of what is, not taking it all too personally I’ll write more tomorrow.

Please relax and have a restful sleep.

Anita

Dear Zenith:

I’m really sorry that you’re having difficult 2 days, and feeling so frustrated with your job situation. It’s clear that you put in a lot of effort and dedication, and it’s disappointing when that isn’t recognized or rewarded in the way you hoped.

It’s completely understandable to feel hurt and anxious when you feel undervalued and underappreciated. You’ve been proactive in seeking more challenging work and you demonstrated your capability by quickly learning new skills and helping your teammate. It’s disappointing that your efforts haven’t been met with the opportunities you deserve.

You have shown a strong commitment to your professional growth by asking for more technical work, learning SQL, and even receiving appreciation for your contributions. The fact that you haven’t messed up any deliverables and always finished your work on time speaks volumes about your reliability and competence.

It sounds like your boss’s hesitation and the decision not to give you the opportunity to apply for the open position is more about his own fears and underestimations rather than a reflection of your abilities. His comments about not wanting to set you up for failure and his perceptions of your confidence and social skills seem to be holding you back unfairly.

Given the circumstances, it’s understandable that you’re considering moving on to another company. Your desire for work that is fulfilling and aligns with your goals is valid. You deserve to be in an environment where your skills are recognized and where you have the opportunity to grow.

I hope you feel better real soon, Zenith!

anita

Thank you, Zenith. I am running late to the DMV (to renew my expired DL), will reply later.

anita