I really dislike my job. I'm traveling further to work than I used to, my boss micromanages my notes, I'm in multiple all day meetings every month in which I'm expected to take notes on any time someone basically breathes, I feel like nothing I do is good enough, and I just overall hate it.

I just want to quit, but I'll have no employment. I've been applying to other jobs, but no luck so far. I'm so depressed and discouraged and anxious.

I just needed to vent.

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I’ve found that a lot of admin work turns into this. I’ve been an admin for 11 years and I’m in the same boat. I’m hoping to make a career change soon. Wishing you the best of luck in your journey, I know it can be a lot!

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Administrative work can be such a thankless job. No one recognizes the work you do until it dosen't get done.
We all need our income and walking away from a miserable situation may not be an option, but you can take care of your mental health. Try therapy. It can help coping with the job a bit more bearable.

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Sending you kind thoughts. You're right, quitting without any other job lined up will only result in a different type of equally stressful situation for you.
In the meantime, can you find a way to automate your tasks, especially the note taking. If your organization allows, use note-taking apps. If they don't, I've found a trick that works well is to use the dictate function on Microsoft Word. Make sure to use a headpiece and just dictate your thoughts out on a document. That way you can capture the minutiea as it's happening and in lots of details. Then you can edit and incorporate it into your notes later on.
I hope and pray you find something better soon

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Hang in there! Thank you for sharing!

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Hi! I am looking for a referral to join American Express. I am part of a restructure and am actively looking for a job. The Sunrise, FL location has 2 openings. Any advise/support you can provide?

I am in the same boat - I feel like nothing I do is good enough. I went from being appreciated for my work to now being asked why am I even involved... when I use to be the go to person for these exact situations.

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Don't give up your search! There is something out there for you. Also, remember that every job provides a learning opportunity. Maybe this one is for learning how to preserve! I'm cheering for you!!

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