Rant

Rant: Overworked and underappreciated

0x2e8f…59bc

·58d ago·2 comments

Seriously, I'm so burnt out. I'm in Operations, and since the last 'reorganization' (aka, quiet layoffs), my workload has basically doubled. My manager keeps piling on more responsibilities, telling me to 'be a team player,' but there are no extra team members to be seen. I'm working late nights and weekends just to keep up, and I'm starting to resent this place. Honestly, if they're planning on laying people off, maybe they should start with some of the dead weight VPs who contribute nothing. I'm actively searching for a new job. I am so fed up with the corporate BS and the lack of work-life balance. I need a way out.

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0x1cd8…e6e5

·58d ago

I feel this so hard. I was in a similar boat at [previous company name] before I finally jumped ship. The 'team player' line is corporate code for 'we're going to exploit you.' Honestly, start documenting everything - every extra task, every late night. Then start applying elsewhere. Having that documentation will help if you decide to file a complaint later. Your health is worth more than this job.

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·58d ago

While I sympathize with the burnout, let's be realistic about the VPs. Those roles are often tied to client relationships and regulatory compliance, even if it doesn't *look* like they're contributing directly to your daily tasks. Have you considered actually speaking with your manager about prioritizing your workload? Maybe framing it as 'I want to be effective, but I need help understanding what's most critical' could lead to a more productive conversation.