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Day to Day Office
2w
a team lead
Are some people just not cut out to work 9-5?🤔
I've had a 9-5 job since last August. At first, it was an exciting new environment, and new people but nearly six months in, I feel like it’s killing me. I’m always exhausted and miserable, stuck in a cycle of work, brief distractions, and sleep. This will continue for at least four more years due to my contract.
I've tried working out and reading, but nothing changes my feelings. The job isn’t hard, yet it drains me. A coworker is ambitious, using free time to learn and plan for success, but I lack the energy or motivation. When I do try, I just think, What’s the point of building someone else’s dream?🤷♂️
Maybe this job—or any job—isn’t for me. Does anyone else feel this way? What should I do?
awesomesnail
2w
works at
9-5 monday to Friday sounds horrendous. 4x10 at least sounds bearable but not great. Maybe your field isn't for you. I work 12 hour shifts but get plenty of time off too. End up working maybe 6 months total out of the year.
a team manager
2w (edited)
What is this 9-5. I've always been 8-5, for the last many years. Does 9-5 not include a lunch?🤷♂️
cleantonic
2w
works at
I'd rather work a 4x10 than a 5x8. Having an extra day off would be more beneficial for the sort of stuff I do for fun.
A friend of mine works a nursing job where he does 12+ hour shifts, but only works 3 days a week. While I'm not cut out for the field, I would definitely rather work longer hours over fewer days than fewer hours over more days.
swagpumpkin
2w
An Ops Executive
No one is cut out for it🤷♂️
splendidpakora
2w (edited)
A Marketing Manager
I heard this from a friend of mine that she works 4x10 and sometimes even 3x12 depending on how mentally stable he is. She even gets paid more than usual if it's a night shift. While here I am, 8-5 on weekdays and 8-12 on Saturdays.
plentycheeku
2w
works at
I genuinely do not think it is for everyone. People are different and it takes all kinds to keep society moving forward. Would doing something active in the AM help you? Take a brisk walk and listen to a podcast?
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