I kind of quit my job

[Theadyn]

Needing some encouragement. Working for family is never easy. Iv'e had so much shit heaped on me since I agreed to this job 2 years ago, with no raise in pay. At first, off the books, but now on the record so I see a pay cut. And they keep heaping it on.... I can't even tell you how much they have on me to do. I only hope after I'm gone they see how much I did. I am not a professional which is what they need for a lot of this, I've told them.

Trying to negotiate a remote job since I know the warranty work crap.. wish me luck.

 

[Seraphim]

Have you tried negotiating better conditions? I would assume you have, but it's better not to assume lol. They may be willing to relent a bit when faced with the prospect of having to replace you. I always recommend having that other job lined up before quitting, but sometimes that's not possible.

 

[SoulRaven]

In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania you have 120 days after your work injury to file a claim. If your employer does not have insurance the commonwealth has a fund set aside to protect your interests.

 

[Seraphim]

In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania you have 120 days after your work injury to file a claim. If your employer does not have insurance the commonwealth has a fund set aside to protect your interests.

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[Reducto]

I worked with/for family once - never again! We had a good relationship before that, it's taking years to repair. Some people seem to have the right temperament to make it work but if you don't it's probably best to just find something new. Find a new job and give notice with your family. Don't tell them it's because of the shit they put you through, just say you want to move on and keep your family and work life separate.

Good luck!

 

[Patrick46]

I like Reducto's idea. ^^^

 

[Iggy]

Working with family is tough. Especially if they aren't being fair with you. I was in business with my brother. He siphoned off $100k and squeezed me out of the business. We haven't spoke in four years. It caused a split in our family, with most sticking with him. It sucks.

 

[Theadyn]

Yep.. it was getting to where I didn't like them as people. I should bow out. They need an accountant and a motivated salesman, I know I am not those. No rush to get work fast, I am okay for now. Going to be aiming to find work remotely or online. I hated every second of being chained to a desk. I guess as introverts go, it was my routine to hate every second leading up to having to be on someone else's time, and my time I guarded, didn't want to do much else. Weekends were just me recuperating from having to 'put on a happy face'. No me time.

And no worries, I'm not going to lambast them to other family, would never look good on me. Will just keep my chin up and know they are getting their professional help they need to hire to keep their business from going under. I'm okay with that. Thanks for listening.

 

[Seraphim]

Good attitude.

 

[ToyotaEscaper]

Yeah had problems like that with my family as well. Never wanted to do anything for themselves and now they live like ferals

 

[janncoo]

I second your great attitude Jan

 

[flailer]

Congratulations on making a VERY WISE choice!!
and Double Congrads for doing it in such a professional manner!!!

Here is an idea, now mine you, I'm not saying that the timing is good, but: Have you considered building not only your resume before you go; but also building up a job description? Listing EVERYTHING that you did? Frequency. Details. etc.

Granted, family being family, they may poo-hah some of the things listed, but there is usually a professional response for each of those as well.

I am sure that whatever you do, you NEED to put yourself first, because people won't do that for you..... not even family.

 

[Scott_1776]

I left a family business, it's not easy. I landed a new job first, but don't do like I did and go out in a blaze of glory and burning my bridges, it took a few years to reconcile what was said. Basically, be professional, and unlike me, don't take their anger at the news personal and spill your guts about how you hated working there, etc. Trust me, it make holidays a drudgery to say the least. Good luck! Oh, also when job hunting, new employers will ask why you left your previous job or wanting to, and my quick and easy answer is, have you ever worked FOR a family member, okay, moving on next question.

 

[VanLifeCrisis]

usually my 'why did you quit' answer is i moved. of course that can look bad as well if you do it often.

 

[Patrick46]

Basically, be professional, and unlike me, don't take their anger at the news personal and spill your guts about how you hated working there, etc. Trust me, it make holidays a drudgery to say the least. Good luck! Oh, also when job hunting, new employers will ask why you left your previous job or wanting to, and my quick and easy answer is, have you ever worked FOR a family member, okay, moving on next question.

Excellent advice!! ^^^

 

[Theadyn]

All is okay so far, actually. Thanksgiving, who knows. But honestly, sis is a forgive and forget type as long as she knows I'm happy. Bro in law himself was once in my place and couldn't wait to get out of it, so I know there won't be any grudge there. And their business, selling high end new 5th wheels, came about because of me.

I'll be happy when they have someone with more experience taking care of their stuff, and they'll be happy knowing I'm happy.

All is good.

And yes, Scott, will keep that in mind if I get that question asked by potential employers, thanks!