I'm a middle aged employee, having some financial commitments, was a high performer, have been given 4 last year. The work I am doing I'm not needed for it. Told multiple times,build another resource who may replace but I believe they are keeping me as scapegoat that any wave comes it's going to be me..I am trying outside but not getting anything suitable..still trying..but I want to understand from you all what you would have done if in my place. Everyday going to workplace is stressful and core irritating. I know everyone around me knows my rating and understand that I am the next scapegoat still I need to do my job quietly this fact is eating me. I can't stop working as my micromanager ask status everyday .. I am tired not working but mentally
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@am Friendly tip - don't take a PTO day, save that for if you get laid off - take sick days, you can't take that with you...
@b1 useless as it won't help or just trolling my post?
@av useless
Document anything to protect yourself. Obviously don't send it, just print it.
Remember to prioritize your family and mental health.
Worst comes to worst, unload an asset, and look into Rule of 55
Do just enough to keep the job and do the quiet quitting method. Do your 8 hours no longer pour your heart and passion into a place who will stab you in the back. Continue to skill up, expand your network and maybe seek a transitional job until you get one you really want. Take a PTO day or two and cut out the noise of this place and focus on applying and self-care to balance stress. Update your resume and don’t list everything from years and years ago: https://www.ncoa.org/article/writing-your-resume-after-age-50-a-guide-for-older-adults/
Exactly my fear , I think that's why they gave 4 (not to pay) ..not that I can do much..but don't want to be id--t to work left and right (which I already did last year) and get this.
Hold out and make them pay you to leave. Meanwhile keep looking, take some classes for a career change, something. But take control of your destiny.