So, I've worked at my current job for around three years. I had a really good crew when I first started, and one by one, they all fell off for various reasons. My favorite coworker went and got a job at my old job (same field) and I got stuck picking up the pieces.

There are two owners. A husband and wife. They have been spending a lot of time out of state essentially on vacation and ignoring the shop. Also, my current batch of coworkers are not a good team. They're not helpful and just don't have their head in the game. I wouldn't care so much except it all falls to me to pick up the pieces when they don't pitch in.

Anyway, I took a meeting with the old place I worked at, and got a good offer. Plus, my favorite coworker from the current job works there, and I'm excited to get the dream team back together.

Why do I feel so bad about leaving? The bosses have been completely unavailable and I get no support anywhere. Hours are going down to zero and I can't afford to live.

I haven't exactly been vocal about my problems, because I've been trying to act like a leader and rally the troops

I guess I'm just looking for kind words of encouragement from internet strangers.

  • Assian_Candor [comrade/them]
    ·
    10 months ago

    Repeat after me: work is commercial.

    Work is commercial.

    Work is commercial.

    We are in it for the money. It’s ok to be in it for the money. Look after your own best interests bc nobody else will.

    • NewLeaf
      hexagon
      ·
      10 months ago

      I hate so much the way that businesses try to goad you into saying you love it there. Sure, some people love their jobs, but I don't know why my wife's work gave her a survey that asked why she likes working there. She's basically IT. I suggested to dead ass write "money" in that spot. Not sure if she did, but these idiots need to start realizing the only reason we show up is because that's how the shitty game is played.