I’ve been scrolling job listings that say “starter role” but read like a wish list for a seasoned pro. Meanwhile at work, I spend half my energy dodging distractions—someone asking the same question for the tenth time, someone else narrating their weekend like a podcast. By the time I clock out, I’m not tired from the work itself, just worn down from navigating people and expectations that don’t match reality.

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I definitely have days like that. But in this economy, I'm just grateful to have a job. Not to be dismissive of anything you're saying, but when I was unemployed, I wished for the chaotic, distracting workday where I left tired but happy I did good work.

Some of those job listings are just a symptom of the current job market. There are people with experience looking for jobs, so "starter" roles aren't really for beginners these days, people with experience will apply for them. With the job market just stuck in the mud, it seems like a lot of people are in the same boat, frustrated and wanting to move on but not finding a good pathway. Let's hope things somehow turn around.

The joys of being a manager. A job in which the physical work doesn’t exhaust you, but the people do. Hold on and try your best not to let it bother you. Just remember, it can only affect you in the way you let it. I know it’s easier said than done, but picking my battles is always the way I’ve been able to stay sane

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