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Not sticking around

TC40
TC40
I am not sure if I told you, but I found a job. It is part time. It pays $13 an hour. It starts on Jan. 4th. I was going to stick around and work part time at the job that I have been working at. I don't think I can. Let me count the ways:

*i have been approached twice by a guy I work with asking me to sell him my seroquel. UM.... NO. I shut him down the second time. I was nice the first time and said no. The second time I told him that it was illegal and not to ask me again.
*i am working with people who drink at work (the above mentioned guy is specifically who I mean). There are no phones to use to call out on and cell phones don't work there because the building is steel). I kinda feel unsafe.
*THE BIGGEST REASON. The boss has yelled at me three times in front of my coworkers. He asks "are you stupid"??? Last night, he pissed me off so bad that I yelled "no, I'm not, are YOU"??? Urggggggg
scandalousbeauty
scandalousbeauty
Hi. It sounds like this new job could be a great new beginning for you. It pays great. The job your have now doesn't sound safe at all. The Seroquel guy is just plain creepy. Your boss is a douche bag. He needs to stop bullying you. It being made of steel with no phone access seems unsafe especially with so many men and drinking on the job. It sounds like quite a mess. I hope that you are able to get this new job and then another job your love on the off days. Is it a seasonal job? Just curious. You stay safe and always protect yourself. I am glad that you posted your concerns. I am here if you want to talk.
oldcper
oldcper
Sounds like the new job is the way to go, congrats on it.

Can I caution you on 1 thing. There's a reason that Pdocs and Tdocs advise us not to tell people about the meds we take and to keep our meds locked in a medsafe. You've learned one of the main reasons why, the hard way.

Nobody needs to know about the meds you take except your emergency contact.
BabyShelby
BabyShelby
How does your co-worker know about your medications?
irishwriter
irishwriter
Hey, I am so happy for you about your new job. a fresh start to the new year. food luck with it and keep us posted. i hope you will be able to relax a little and enjoy christmas now! hugs.
sadiegirl13
sadiegirl13
Good for you for saying that to your boss!!!! I always wish I could talk back to people, but I'm too submissive.

Sometimes it's hard to believe that people act like that..... but I'm so glad you are getting out. It sounds like a horrible place, and I can understand why you feel unsafe.

Congrats on the new job. Best wishes for you.
MayB
MayB
Jeez TC!

I worked for a real dysfunctional company this year as well. It came down to I have to get out of here for my mental health....

Always take care of your health and personal safety first....sounds dreadful.
JennS
JennS
Congratulations on the new job. You do need to quit that other job. It sounds awfully toxic.
TC40
TC40
Baby, I didn't think about it. We were all talking while we were working. He runs his mouth nonstop. He started talking about all the weight he has gained on Seroquel. Not thinking, I said "I know, me too"! Bad move. It's ok cuz no one knows where I live and have no way of knowing. I am going to be out of there the week after next. I "might" stay part time until I find out exactly what my schedule at the new job will be.
gramybear
gramybear
You have every right to walk out the door and never look back! A very huge congrats for the new job starting on the 4th. I am really happy for you. I kinda feel you are unsafe too at that other job. I really hope you will not go back and just wait for the new one which is not far away. I'm surprised you held in your anger for as long as you've had to endure the nastiness there. Have a wonderful Christmas and a safe New Year and then on to a new wonderful job!!! Hugs GB
angiebettin
angiebettin
I am glad u got this new job! You deserve it. It is hard to talk to people who drink. My sis likes to drink an her personality cant change so quickly. I havnt drank in10 yrs and the its so much better. . I hope this new job can help you feel better.
Butterfly85
Butterfly85
Wow, good for you and congratulations!!! :-) I hope you can quit this terrible job and I totally get why you feel unsafe.
Precious97
Precious97
Woo hoo!!! A new job for a New Year!!! Easy to go TC!! Congrats!! Keep us posted on how you do and two thumbs up for telling jackass off!! Score!!
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