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I trained my manager and now she no longer needs me.
I’ve been working at a small startup for the past 3 years, with just 3 other employees and my boss. I sit right in front of her, and over time, we became close, almost like siblings. I automated a lot of my tasks, so my work became pretty straightforward...I just input some variables here and there, and I’m done. Over the last year, my boss started asking me how I did all of that, and she wanted to learn it herself. Since we were so friendly, I didn’t think much of it and happily taught her everything I knew. This morning, she sat me down and told me that to cut costs, she needed to let me go and take over my role. She asked if I’d be willing to do a once a year consulting gig to check her work. I didn’t really know how to respond. She said it kindly, so I stayed calm and matched her tone, but now I feel like I’ve made a mistake, and I’m left without a job.
an analyst
3d
I’m sorry you’re going through this. It’s tough when you invest time and energy into training someone, especially when it’s someone you’re close to. I think the hardest part is feeling like you’ve been replaced. If you can, I’d suggest taking a moment to reflect on what you truly want moving forward. You may feel lost now, but this could be an opportunity to find something that’s a better fit for you.
a sales executive
3d
That’s such a tough situation. You’re not alone in feeling like this. It’s hard to be replaced by someone you’ve worked closely with. But think about what you gained from this experience...skills, connections, and a lesson in setting boundaries. If consulting is an option, that could give you a bit of control over the situation, but only if it’s something that works for you in the long term.
a team lead
3d
Wow, that’s rough. It’s like you trained her into your replacement. But I wouldn’t feel bad about it. It’s not your fault she decided to take over your role. She probably didn’t foresee this either. It’s natural to feel unsure now, but I’d suggest giving yourself some space to grieve this change before figuring out what comes next.
a software developer
3d
This is so unfortunate, but don’t be too hard on yourself. You trained her because you genuinely wanted to help, not expecting this outcome. It’s understandable to feel blindsided, but try to look at this as a chance to figure out your next step. Maybe it’s time to explore something that excites you more, even if it feels like a setback right now.
wineymoose
3d
An Operations Manager
Honestly, I think you made a mistake teaching your boss how to do your job. You basically handed her the tools to replace you. If you’re that good at what you do, why didn’t you see this coming? You should have kept some of that knowledge to yourself, especially if you were unsure about your job security.
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