job is killing me - how to move foward?

SunAndRain

My job earns me a lucrative salary, I have lots of flexibility, and is in my field of interest. But...my manager is horrible, leaves me feeling devalued, treats me like a minion... He is just all around a disgusting excuse for a human being (and didn't that feel great to say!).  Many of the people I work with are arrogant and just cruel.   I finally told my manager that I was going to look for other opportunities "that might be a better fit for my skillset" because if he found out I was talking to other managers (apparently the open door policy in my company doesn't apply to his staff) he would have freaked out on me.

Anyway, I'm trying to "actively" search for other opportunities. I'm reaching out to other groups within my company.  I applied to one job online that would be awesome, I think. But in my experience, applying cold for jobs online doesn't get you in the door.

I feel really stuck.  Mentally I'm in a horrible place and my energy is just zapped.  I'm sure this comes across when I'm interfacing with my colleagues.  And I want to put my best foot forward while I'm expanding my network. 

I don't really know what I'm asking for. Any advice on how to take that next step in to finding another job would be greatly appreciated.  Any tips for dealing with a difficult environment until that new opportunity comes along?

aglenn

That sucks; I've had some horrible bosses in the past and it can totally sap your will to get up in the morning.  I know the feeling.

If you're looking for an internal transfer (or even another company, really) it always helps to network.  If you know someone who works in the area you're interested in, take them out for coffee and ask them about what it's like, who's who in their group, etc.  See if they can tell you who you should talk to next, and go from there.  I agree that sending out lots of online applications has a very low probability of success. 

In the meantime, make sure you are taking good care of yourself.  Exercise, eat right, get plenty of sleep.  You will have to keep dealing with the situation until you find something else so make sure you are shoring up your strength and not getting sucked too far into the negativity.  Good luck!

*sparky*

Are here recruiters in your field you can reach out to? I have gone through a recruiter for most of my job searches.

ss265

This might be field dependent but in my particular field, Linked In is critical for job opportunities. Keep your profile updated and reach out to people you know who work at other companies in the same field. They might know of a position for you. You can even try networking with college alumni who work in a company that you're interested in - just ask them for 15 minutes of their time so that you can ask them questions about their company.

As for your current situation, I've been there and it sucks. I would just try to let him comments roll off your back and tell yourself that this is a learning experience. Try and pamper yourself outside of work - give yourself a weekly "reward" for getting through the work week.

shannm

Maybe reach out to someone in your HR department? They seem to know when other groups are looking and should be pretty discrete about your inquiry.

ScienceMama

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