Today, I was told that I have to apply to keep the job that I've held for the past two years. There are so many other applicants that it's basically a free-for-all. FML
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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I discovered that I needed to reapply for my job in order to have a chance at keeping it. The applications closed yesterday. FML
Today, I received a letter telling me I'm not qualified for a job I've been unofficially doing for the last three years. It's the fourth letter I've gotten since applying. I guess it wouldn't be too bad if I didn't have to train the new person who got the job instead of me. FML
Today, after interviewing for a promotion to a position that was created with me in mind, I eagerly accepted a call from my boss, expecting good news. Turns out, they found a better applicant, who they don't believe will need support from the position I currently hold, so it's being eliminated. FML
Today, I got notice that I didn't get the new position I applied for at work. After two interviews, pay negotiation and paperwork, as well as years of giving this place all my time, I found out my boss gave it to his friend's daughter, who has no experience or credentials needed for the position. FML
Today, after applying for a promotion to a position which I've been working my ass off for two years to get, my managers thought it would be appropriate to discuss other applicants in front of me, even asking me to compare my resume with theirs to see the "caliber" of what I'm up against. FML
Today, I was told that I don't meet the minimum requirements for a job I applied for. I currently hold the same job, at the same facility, but just wanted a day shift. Apparently I'm not qualified for the job I've had for 2 and a half years. FML
Today, I went to start my new job, only to find out that the guy who hired me had no permission to do so. I had to fill out another application, and complete another interview and I still might not get the damn job. FML
Today, I found out that the reason I didn't get the job that I have been working my butt off for over a year for is because they can't find anybody who can do my current job as good as me. I'm too good to be promoted. FML
Today, a month after getting a big promotion, I found out that I'm stuck with my old job. No one wants to take my old position, so they are vacating my new one and will post it, because, "This one is more desirable, and your's is shit." FML
Today, I found out I didn't get the promotion I applied for. Then I was told I was the only one who applied for the job. FML
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Top comments
untouchable763 10
That's bullshit. I know the economy is bad right now but if you had the job already you shouldn't have to reapply.
lickastick 27
At least you have the most experience!
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Comments (58)
150493x 29
That really sucks. Hopefully they take into account the commitment you've put into the job. Good luck.
KendraLaine 18
Maybe it's a test to see if you care enough about your job to reapply??
DocBastard 40
Sounds like your business was bought by another company, and they are doing some realigning. Just don't drink the night before your interview or they'll realign you with the exit.
chosha_fml 27
That sucks, OP. But at least you have the advantage. Be really calm and clear when you apply. Think of the knowledge and skills you now have from being in the job, the networks you've formed, the systems you already know well, and be able to be very specific about the way you've done the job well, any wins you've had and how you've contributed to the company. I hope you nail it.
Carebeareatu 23
I don't think they can just kick you out of a job after the 6-month mark. Unless it was intended to be temporary? Either way, I hope you keep your job! :D
forreals5584 5
If op is in an "at will" state, anybody can be fired, at any time, for any reason, with or without notice. Oops. Didn't think to look where op is. I have no clue how things work for Canadians.
MissMustard 20
There must be more to this than is stated in the FML, like that the probability of this happening after a certain amount of time was laid out in the original contract, or something? Either that or I have lost faith in the system. Bad luck OP.
tfriend3 15
I hope you end up keeping your job . It wouldn't hurt to have a backup plan though, retaining it seems iffy.
singer0421 32
If they don't appreciate your time, effort, and work, maybe it's time to find a new place.
thisisntmeokay 2
Take it as a hint, you're fired.
Fluffasuars_Rawr 15
agreed
Sora_McKain 36
Vic Maderpaderp, is that you?
Ty_Peer 4
Unless it's because you work under a contract that is expiring, it sounds like they want somebody else to do your job.