I was over worked (6-7 days weekly for 4 years) as a manager in a public company(1k employees). I barely had any days off. Out of exhausting, I took the very first opportunity I can grab and moved on to a private small company(50 employees). I ignored the doubts I had. I was hoping the doubts would decrease as I get to know the new jobs. Now, three weeks past by, the doubts didn't decrease. What can I do besides moving on again??

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I just went through this recently with a public accounting firm. I knew about a week into it wasn’t going to be a fit. Ultimately stuck it out for 3 months, which were the worst 3 months of my life. Ended up leaving without a job lined up, then 2 weeks later got a different job that should be a better fit. Companies will tell you whatever you want to hear to get you in the door unfortunately. Definitely give it enough time to get into a routine and see if things improve though. Most people don’t like change. Good luck!

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What’s the doubt coming from through? Is it the people at the new place, their prospect, processes?

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Starting a new role can be tough, but take it one step at a time. The first few months are a learning curve, and everyone understands that. You've handled tougher situations before, so I’m confident you’ll adjust just fine. Even if you’re working at a slower pace, as long as management is supportive, you’ll do great!

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Sorry to hear that. It's a difficult situation, leaving a place three weeks in can look odd on your work history (though I suppose you can just avoid listing it). For the time being I suppose you should just try to tough it out. But talk to management and try to correct whatever issues or problems could conceivably be corrected. Better to try that now, while you're new. May not seem likely, but it's possible you can get things to where they're bearable.

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I’ve been told if it’s less than 5 months omit it from your resume. I’ve seen a fair amount of boomerangs back to my firm too and I don’t think any of them left it on their LinkedIn.

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Start interviewing and be upfront that you walked into a situation that was not as described. Hopefully you can focus on your skills but if necessary you can discuss in a positive way why you’re leaving.

For example - you could talk about the career opportunities you were presumably looking for in a smaller company (that was presumably poised for a lot of growth, and would need processes and best practices developed) and how they were too distracted or overwhelmed to actually do any of that.

We accountants also have ethical obligations. If there was any of that, talk about some of the particulars that are simply unacceptable. You have a long enough history at the last place and that will carry you through these interviews.

Good luck!

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I would recommend being honest with your current employer about your needs. Make a list of things you think need to change in order for you to continue being employed there. If they can’t compromise and meet your needs they may fire you and you would end up at least able to apply for unemployment benefits.

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Going from one extreme like that to another can be extremely difficult. It’s almost like you have to relearn how to work at a normal pace. All that being said, if you feel like those doubts go beyond that, I would consider whether or not they can be fixed or you’ll have to go elsewhere.

Early in my career, I went from the frying pan into the fire (PWC to KPMG). It was the most wretched work experience in my entire life . NEVER AGAIN.

Okay, explain it to me. How is your public accounting experience at all relevant to the original post…

How are the hours at the new job? Made a similar move, private 50 employee private company and boy is a shitshow. At least it’s my first time and I can tolerate it. Just learning as much as I can to be able to sell myself even more for the next move

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