We're starting a new project, which I'm excited about because I don't like how the current one is going. I feel inadequate at my job and basically I feel useless. I just don't feel like I'm doing anything of value and haven't had any motivation. I want to take the lessons learned and make this new project a success.

My boss means well but tends to go 100mph and they'll get ahead of themselves...Cont'd in comments

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

We need brand new resources for the new project, since no one has bandwidth due to the current project. My boss went ahead and asked a peer to help out, which I didn't know they were going to do. Then we had an in-person meeting with my boss and this peer. At one point my boss was like wait, this isn't my decision, and they ask me in front of my peer if it's okay that the peer works on this project with me. Obviously I couldn't say no. But I really wanted to.

This person doesn't feel like a team player (they act like one but they don't move like one) and is so keen to do well to prove themself that I'm worried they'll just end up taking over. I really don't want to share this new project, but to maintain a decent working relationship I'm going to have to. I tend to be all in or all out. How do I navigate this? It sounds stupid but I don't want my boss to think this project went better because of this co-worker. I know this sounds petty. I just haven't been loving my job lately, so I was super excited for this project and now I'm not motivated at all.

like

The honest truth is you need to learn to say no. I have this similar issue where I feel guilty saying no to things like this and end up burnt out or in frustrating situations. We need to unlearn the idea that we can't say no. There are ways to say it that make it less confrontational, for example "Thank you for the offer but I have a solid grasp on the direction of this project and I'd like to take this on on my own as an opportunity for my own personal growth."

Hi there. First of all, I want to say that I'm sorry for the situation with your coworker and the boss putting them on the project with you. Did your boss express why they wanted to add this person onto the project with you?

My boss didn't say it outright, but based on what he said in general, he thinks I could use help with the people side of change management. He thinks this coworker could be helpful. Boss said that the coworker deals with difficult people on the daily. But I deal with the same people. And I've been doing it longer than the coworker.

I can definitely see how this it my fault. We're very blunt people so he's the only one I don't have to sugar coat things with so I'm very straight up about difficult people. But that doesn't mean I'm not good at it / don't like doing it. I guess I just got a little too comfortable and shared too many details

Secondly, where is that coming from when you say that you feel inadequate at your job and useless? What makes you think that way? It sounds like those larger feelings are central to your lack of motivation. None of us feel motivated to do something that we feel useless at. Could you take this project as a learning experience and open your mind to working together? I would tell your peer that you want to contribute and ask to devise a plan together. This is a situation to build confidence, and that's possible even alongside someone else. Especially along someone you will have to ask for what you need from - if that makes sense.

I'm used to leading the projects with my boss checking in and being a point of escalation. But in this current project they led it because we had overlapping projects and I had to finished up the previous one. So when I came to this project the handoff wasn't complete and my boss is still heavily involved, which is fine. But at the same time, it feels as though between my boss and the rest of the team, this complicated project is covered. I fill in the gaps and try to do what I normally would, but I feel like if I were to step away no one would feel much pressure. It almost feels like I've somehow become a systems administrator rather than a product manager. That's why I'm not feeling useful or motivated.

So the part about this coworker not being a team player makes me feel like it won't be simple to work together. From what I've seen, they run and tell my boss things instead of addressing concerns directly with people. So foresee issues where we come to a solution, but the coworker may still want it their way and they'll go tell my boss and my boss won't ask enough questions and will agree with the coworker. Essentially overruling my contribution to the solution. This is still supposed to be a project I lead, where the coworker can contribute, but I feel like based on recent behaviour, they're just going to try to take over.

But you're right, regardless I should still try to make it work.

I’ve been feeling this way as well and actively looking for other opportunities. May just leave even if I don’t have something lined up.

How's the search going?

I definitely don't feel like I get paid enough to deal with all of this. But up until recently I really liked my job. So I don't know if it's just the current circumstances that are the reason why I'm not motivated or if this feeling will continue no matter what.

Related Posts

Encora is payroll and client micro focus
Can I join into this??

Suggest me

like

Seeking for tips/advise to break into equity research (ER) - with my profile:

Relevant to ER: 6 month IB internship @ small sized Los Angeles Merchant bank; CFA Level 2 cleared; Master of Science in Finance - SUNY Buffalo - Extra-curricular work relating to ER - university competition - case & research work, academic project w Co., custom electives; 1 year – wealth management – client acquisitions exp.

Additional Experience: 1.5 yr Product Control Analyst @ Citi & 1.5 year Loan Operations

Yoe 9
Relevant 4 years
Location : almost remote always (as i requested)
Package : 17lpa +2v + 1joining bonus

Feeling like lowballed by hr.
Though i had counter offer of 17.3 (15.7 fixed)

Queries:
1. Will exl pay the variable pay fully ?
2. Hr mentioned for client meetings i may need to come to Noida on my own expenses ( from chennai) but may be once in a year.
Is that true ?

like

Hello Folks,
Can you pls advise on which company to go for.
R-Systems : They are providing WFH + clarity on the project and team for which I’ll be working upon.
CTS : No clarity as of now, only thing I am aware is that I’m a part of full stack community.
HCL : Some clarity on the project but less package than other two.
R-Systems and CTS are giving same CTC.
YOE ~8
Skill set : . Net full stack + Angular + Azure

Thanks

like

Hello all,

I have joined Capgemini on last week they took for development project and now they assigned to admin related projects.
I am not interested in admin related projects.
What can I do ?
And if I quit from cg need to serve notice period?

like

Ahhhh I murdered myself the last two years for a promotion to the detriment of my mental and physical health, my friendships, and my marriage. Had full support from project and practice leadership. Did not get it. Why do we do this job?

likehelpful

I have many options to consider but two options below are what I’m thinking of right now.

I want to see your thoughts on which one I should pick.

Job A: Project Engineer. 135K/yr base. 10% signing bonus.

Job B: Senior Project Manager. Contract. $60/hr standard. $90/hr overtime.

Additional Information added / pinned in the comments.

like

Does project have any role to play in the hike % in Cognizant ? As in if my engagement is doing well financially for the organization will I get a better hike than others with the same rating as me but in other engagements that are not doing so well. I am in Cognizant Consulting.

like

Has anyone had experience pivoting w/ a nontechnical background to a big tech company? Currently at a biotech startup, BA in bio from a top 3 Uni, but worried since my degree isn’t in finance or business or CS that they won’t give me a chance. Trying to pivot to a role in BizOps, Project Management, Enablement, etc.

Hi fishes,

I'm looking for job referral for the PMO role.

I have 4 years of experience in end to end Project Management activities.
Currently serving notice period.
Please help me with the opportunity.
Feel free to DM me or connect with me on below details
Mob- 9079746914
Whatsapp- 8955446929

like

I’ve been working as Project Manager, with 7.5 Years experience. Atm, upskilling myself with Product Management related contents and it’s going good.
With 17L LPA, can I expect 30L from my next hire? What would be the appropriate number to start with?

like
like

What are people’s perceptions on frog since it’s launch? I’m still yet to be on a “frog” project and don’t see what role data plays in frog compared to the broader Invent data team. Thoughts?

like

How is a Partner’s sales bonus at your firm calculated? Also, what if multiple Partners have connections at the same client when a sale is made? How is the bonus fairly distributed?

like

Currently at an agency interviewing for client side. Next round is with brand managers- what type of questions would you ask/ skills would you want from the brand side when working with a media manager?

like

I’m new to the firm. My third project my manager was very hands off. He’s wants to have a discussion with me about my performance. He did not give me any support to work with; even when I asked! And my direct manager agrees with him, but it was my third week. What to do? I feel like I’m going to say something crazy. Any advice?

Looking for a Dallas Designer & Copywriter for a new CPG client. Privately owned agency. Grew twice as big in the pandemic. We are all remote but maintain an office space and want to hire locally for team get togethers, future client office visits, etc. PM me your book!

I have a weird question

I have given interviews in
JPMorgan Chase for developer role and got the offer which is gud but interviews were not as tough as one might have expected from a reputed firm like jpmc.

Had 1 tech,1 tech-Manager round , Hire view test which was quite easy and an hr round.
Am a little worried about the standard of project and the team. I have offer from CIB Payments team. Checked with hiring manager and he said d role is for developer. Just worried abt quality of work

like

Most likely getting fired, tips on how to find a job ASAP? I made a pretty big mistake that required supplemental filings with government offices to fix (missed some items when reviewing/comparing long lists of things across 20-30 years). It’s fixable and the client isn’t really getting hurt by this (worst case signing gets delayed), but my anxiety is telling me to prepare for the worst. Can I ask for extra time at the firm to find a new job (so I wasn’t “fired”)? Or should I go for severance?

like

More Posts

Friends what's the recruitment process for BCG?

like

Look at the Future of work , how are you planning to be relevant !

like

@Ifisys Software and Service Pvt. Ltd.

Post Photo
like

I can’t remember where half of these bruises came from. (Not drinking too much, just clumsy, I guess.)

funnylike

Since you all are wise, I have a question, not really a confession though…but I will add a confession at the end..

If you submit to a specific role at a large company and they reject you for the role you applied, would you still be on file if there are other roles that are a match? Or, do you have to apply to each role? I am thinking it is the latter.

Confession question…how often do you stalk exes or people you used to work with? Like someone will come to mind and I will immediately (cont)

I want to change my Base location, what is the process now a days ?
I completed 1.5years in TCS & lateral entry.

like

Anyone at Salesforce know how to lookup the level-grade of a specific person from the org chart?

like

Does anyone know about Sales Strategy and Operations roles and how the career path looks? Ultimately looking to break into venture. Currently in TMT IB and have zero interest in PE

like

Anyone looking for accommodation near Citi kharadi Pune ?
I'm working in Citi and looking for the same.
We can find and share.
Please DM.

like

Can someone refer of SAP BASIS profile in VMWARE please?

YOE: 6.4
Notice period : 15 days left

Thanks

Exploring the idea of moving from external to internal audit. The thought of helping companies improve their operations seems more rewarding than auditing financials. Has anyone else considered this?

like

Anyone interview at HBOMax for an internship before that can give me some tips? I’m always searching Glassdoor.

like

Hi All
Last Feb 26 I gave technical round interview at Infosys for CA and My application status is still showig review in progress I was not asked to submit any documents should I wait or forget about it ???

If you’re not buying MGNI, idk what to tell you ... $11->$18.6 in a week and MktCap is still 2.1Bn. P/S is 5, and it has room to grow for a MktCap of 5Bn based on competitors. Just putting that out there

likefunny

Graduating in Fall 2021. Solid internship experience at D and a boutique consulting firm. Is it too late to try for MBB?

I was thinking of trying to lateral as I go to a non-target. Wondering if it’s worth applying now anyways.

like

What will be expected salary for 4yrs exp angular/react developer .

like

Copywriter with serious imposter syndrome at new job! How do senior writers up their game? Was in-house 1.5 years and underpaid in NYC. With only previous freelance experience (and nonprofit and grant writing before that) figured I had to slog through it for years. Cut to now, 6 months into a new copywriting role at huge tech company. My salary almost quintupled overnight. I think I’m doing great, but that depends on the day and who I work with (no other writers by the way).

likeuplifting

Salary range of Associate Consultant in KPMG?

like

Can i leave accenture within 4 days of joining?

As getting 50% more hike than current salary that accenture offering.

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal