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If there are red flags, and your gut says it’s a bad fit, then start the process of moving on, but do it on your terms. Just make sure your reasons are solid. For your applications either have a mature practiced response, or delete this from your resume altogether.
The least amount of time I’ve been at a job that wasn’t working out for me, was one week (usually means they sold me one thing and reality is quite different).
Best of luck!
Start looking now, don’t worry about what it looks like on your resume. Job hopping is the new norm and this isn’t the 90’s anymore. Workers know their worth now and know that when they are not being treated right (with respect) they should look elsewhere.
Don’t stay at a job that doesn’t meet your expectations. First attempt to remedy any issues, but if those issues are unable to be mitigated, move on. Since the Great Resignation, employers put less emphasis on how long you were at your last job. If it comes up, just explain to future employers that the expectations of the job quickly changed after accepting the employment. Then address how and why transparency with role expectations is important to you, so you can be successful in your role.
Start your search *NEOW*. You have no idea how much better or worse it can be. If it gets better, you can stay, but if it gets worse at least you’ll have started your search and potentially found other options. Do not be concerned about the length of time that you’ve been in a role if you can give a good reason why it’s not a good fit. But at least make sure that it’s something that you are able to convey to others if asked about it.
I've been at a job for a week. It just became very clear early on that the expectations set in interviews did not apply to what he status quo was. Easy to exit that kind of situation.
Start your job search now but keep your job until you find a new one. (Unless you have money to live on if you want to quit now). Some people are saying don't leave/be grateful, but people spend so much time of their lives at work. So you should like your job. Of course, there is a curve, but 3-6 months is when you should typically feel if it is the right fit or not. I'm part of Gen Z, so it's not unusual to job-hop. You need to be happy or you'll end up burnt out and resentful.
In terms of your resume, it is up to you; some people nowadays don't include a job if they haven't been there for more than 3 months. But you should be prepared to answer questions from a potential new employer about why you want to leave/have left so quickly.
I've stayed 6 months at a job before I ultimately decided to leave. Something about societal guilt and dipping before a year is up, but I just couldn't take it anymore.
It's not always about the job, its the people. In my case, I was situated where I truly loved my job, but being amongst a toxic and malicious environment does not help whatsoever. I tried sticking it out. Unfortunately, workplace bullying is a real thing, even in this field. Even approached management, no help. Only lasted 2 months.
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Remember, most employers have a probationary period as it takes that time to get a real sense of expectations and culture. As long as you are comfortable articulating in an interview what you did during that time at the company and why you opted not to stay, leaving may be the best for you and the company. You are respecting their time and effort as much as your own if you know it is not the place for you.
RUN!
4 months. Life is short. Don’t waste any of your time and effort somewhere you’re not happy
Idc what anyone says, your mental health is NOT worth staying at a toxic job. Weigh the pros and cons and the effects it’s having on you as a person. If you’re not happy then look for something new. Life is too short and the American work culture has to change. I hope you find something that makes you happy!
It depends on the situation. If you feel you are being harassed or put in a toxic work environment and it’s effecting your mental health then I’d definitely leave. Good to get another job first though. You have to put yourself first.
Haven't you already posted this? I swear there is an exact replica of this verbiage that's already been posted a few days to a week ago.
But, no, don't just leave. Looks bad, and my resume is worth more to me than sucking it up for a while in a job that I ACCEPTED. If I don't like it it's also on me that I didn't do my due diligence to interview the job just as much as they interviewed me. So, don't job hop, that shows a level of entitlement and also doesn't speak to integrity. Just to be honest, not hating on you, just trying to give some real honest advice. Anything less than 2 years at a job is a red flag to me as an employer.
Spoken like a true administrator lol this is such a silly response
I have worked 3 months now and honestly, I love the place but definitely not the pay. I have gone down over half my former paycheck and last I got paid I cried for 2days meaning that I’m extremely unhappy with the pay but…I either learn to cope with it or just look for something that pays better even though I won’t love it.
With this inflation, pay is actually mattering more than job environments
Don’t settle! This is why they offer only crumbs because ppl will accept anything. Try letting your boss know you love it ect ect but I’m out if y’all can’t increase my pay and see my worth .
I don't think it's a set of time you should stay if you don't feel like it's a good fit. No need in wasting your own time or theirs. Find something that's right for you
3 months for me and the best decision I made. I say continue to apply while you have this position. If you have the opportunity to be happier elsewhere than do it. You know what is best for you. I personally rather leave now then have to stick it out, especially if you feel the circumstances will not change. Good luck with all.
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Try and stick it out . Be grateful.
Poor response
1 day, though it was before I started working as a MA. I took a cashier job and really everyone was absolutely miserable, no one knew what was going on, and they wanted me to work doing school hours. Pfft, no. I did 8 months at my first MA job. I hated it there, but I wanted a decent amount of time on my resume. I knew what to look for (and what to avoid) when I went looking for my 2nd.
Start searching and leave. I had an employee who expressed their regret since day one (new to KP). I told them they owes us nothing and if they’re unhappy they should find something more suitable for them. They’re now gone after about 4 mons. Was I surprised? No. Was I upset? No. I personally love our dept and the work we do but as I told them, ppl either love or hate KP and they definitely hated it.