#WorkplaceIssues #Training #FirstJobTroubles
Hey everyone! 👋 Have you ever been in a situation where you were expected to do a task at work, but you hadn’t been properly trained on how to do it? I’m facing this dilemma at my first job, and I could really use some advice.
Here’s the deal:
– My training was put on hold due to understaffing.
– It’s been 3 months and I still haven’t received any further training.
– I work long 8-hour shifts alone, with no one to ask for help.
– The new manager is upset with me for making mistakes, stating that “not being trained enough isn’t an excuse.”
Now, I’m feeling lost and unsure of what to do. So, my question for you all is: Can I, as a new hire, get punished for things I haven’t been trained to do? 🤔
Possible solutions:
– Consider asking your manager for a dedicated training schedule.
– Document any tasks you struggle with and bring them up during a meeting.
– Seek guidance from coworkers or a mentor if available.
– Don’t be afraid to communicate your concerns and ask for help when needed.
I appreciate any insights or personal experiences you can share! Let’s discuss and help each other out in navigating this tricky situation. 🌟 #CareerAdvice #HelpNeeded
Probably quit if you can honestly. If it’s been 3 months without actual training it is unlikely to ever happen.
Do you really need the job? If so , are you able to train yourself in your free time? Otherwise, you could search for a different job while you still have this one. It highly depends on your economic situation i guess.
you can absolutely be punished for this. it’s capricious nonsense, but basically your employer doesn’t need you, so they don’t care if you are hurt.
If you work in America, yes. You can be punished for literally anything at any time. The only chance that isn’t true is you live in one of the 10 labor-friendly states that DOES actually offer protections of some kind, but even then you are likely fucked. Only thing they can’t do is make you pay for your fuckups unless it is clearly stated in your employment agreement, but you can be fired for practically anything in America these days.
The rest of you, miss me with the “WELL ACTUALLY…” bullshit, you live in one of the 10 states I already mentioned.
What do you do? If a surgeon, of course you need to be trained. At a certain point, you should be able to ask if you have questions. If you work solo for 8 hours, ask what are the key things that need to be done and how to do them.
Hard to tell by your comments whether you want you hand to be held, or if your boss is truly an ass or some combination of both. If you need more stability, definately leave.
Most offices have something like a policy and procedure manual. Find out what is available.
You can be of course. Whether it’s right or wrong kind of depends on the things you’re doing wrong…
My mom was fired from a job for a similar reason. Her trainer actually taught her incorrectly and then left the company. Her boss was pissed she was doing things wrong and declined to acknowledge her poor training experience.
If you aren’t receiving daily training, either they’re dropping the ball or you aren’t asking enough questions (being curious about everything possible).
Guidance: you’re at a bad company that might be failing
Companies have a wide set of expectations when you walk in.
Some companies have great onboarding. Some don’t and expect you to figure it out. It’s important to gauge this during interviews.
Depending on the question, asking your manager may or may not be appropriate. Needing blockers lifted by your manager is one thing, but if you can ask someone at your level, then you should.
Next, companies typically train you on things that are specific to the company: if you are failing on things they expected you to come to the company with, they’ll take action against you.
It’s likely not a fit.