In need of a little bit of guidance

[kitana57]

Just wondering will I get to stay on this job awhile? I am still trying very hard to do my best, but some how at the end of the day it just feels not enough. I love working, but sometimes I just wish I wouldn't always meet with such resistance at every turn. I am hoping to be here awhile, but I don't know at this point. Thanks in advance for your continued guidance and support:)

[Kathy N]

If the company needs the service that you are providing, most likely your job is secure. In situations where positions are eliminated due to budget cuts or outsourcing, the signs are usually there in advance of this happening.

So just continue to do your best and not worry, unless you are given any concrete reason to be worried.

Take care,

[kitana57]

Hi there,
Well things were going pretty much ok with the job for a little while up until recently when I am starting to notice familiar trends , which is some of the same problems I was dealing with in earlier responses, which are reoccurring again in the present. I like having a job (despite it all I still like this one), but it is starting to slowly wear me down little by little and I am at odds to what shall I do next. I was just wondering should I stay put or shall I seek work elsewhere because I am a very dedicated worker and sometimes I just feel like it is really not appreciated or folks think I am really dumb because I am doing this (hopefully temporary) for a living. Will this job lead me to something better or will it just be another dead end? I am a hard worker and I am not afraid to start at the bottom in an organization/company, but I just want to know is all this going to be worth it at the end of the day? I am always grateful for any advice or insight on the subject (because right now I am very conflicted and confused).

Thank you

[Kathy N]

Even though it is troublesome, you should stay with this job until you are able to secure another position. If you feel that this company is a dead end and that there would be no opportunity to transfer within, then you could start to apply elsewhere.

It would be a good idea to invest at least a year with your present company. If you could start the application process without jeopardizing your present position, there would be no harm in doing this.

Remember that because of the economy, jobs are more difficult to obtain than they used to be. This may take some time.

Best wishes,

[kitana57]

Hi Kathy,

Do you think I can make it to last a year here? I am trying my best, but things are really tough though. What are my odds if I can hang in there till then (basically meaning hopefully things will get better)?

Thanks for your guidance in advance:)