Ok should I be upset or am I just whining?

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I've been at my job since '03. I started at the bottom of the co and now I'm a little higher than that. For the past 3 months I've been getting turn around shifts. Basically I work 3-11pm and then have to be back into work the next day at 7am. Which gives me 8 hours in between shifts and if I'm lucky about 4 hours of sleep. I just can't get to bed right when I get home. This last week they have had me working all 3-11pm everyday which I haven't seen my daughter but for 24 minutes all week long. This morning I'm about to lose it. I only got 3 hours of sleep last night. Should I be upset? I kinda feel like I'm whining too much or do you think it's justified? I honestly feel I've been at this co long enough to get a little bit more respect then that. I want to find a new job and I have been looking but with the economy and the fact that I live in a small town, it's hard. I know you'll probably say move but right now can't really afford that. I've tryed explaining this to the manager but she doesn't either get it or care, I have a feeling it's the lader of the two. We have a new GM and do you think I should bring it up to him? My husband says no that he will see in time, but he may be blind to it and not notice because he has a lot going on. Thanks for your input
 
The company I work for used to do that when the staff was small, but as the staff increased, the schedules got more and more "normal". There was a time when some people were scheduled for 6pm to 2am on a Saturday night, and then the 2am to 10am shift the next day. Some of the younger workers welcomed the double shifts, but most people complained, and rightly so. I don't think it would hurt to talk with your bosses to see if you can't work out a better schedule, but you may have to accept the fact that all the better schedules are already taken by people with higher seniority. Sadly, it all comes to supply in demand. The supply of workers is great right now, so companies can treat their workers poorly. If this is really bothering you, go out and look for another job, even if it's a difficult task. If you find one, at least you'll have some leverage with your current employer to force them to give you better hours or to lose you.
 
This is ludicrous. You should definitely tell someone, or threaten to leave.
 
Wouldn't hurt to talk to the GM, but don't threaten to leave. In today's economy there are too many others willing to take your place and as mentioned, it's not easy to find something else.

When you can, look for something else...get your resume' out there, but in the mean time work your shifts and do your best (and see if a discussion with the new boss helps get you on a more level shift schedule). What they are doing isn't only unhealthy for you (turn around shifts) but bad for business. When you are that tired, your work performance is going to suffer.
 
Well if you ask me I think you need an Ebay store. Slowly buy and sell from garage sales and put it up for purchase on line so you will have time for you daughter and husband eventually when you leave that job.

It can take up to a year, but working for yourself is freeing.
 
Wow, this is tough. First, I would always put your family first. If you can, get a new job. Cut out all the fluff. Cable, cell phone minutes, etc. You need more time with your daughter and your health will suffer too. Plant a garden. Get more sleep. I am a firm believer that if you are more rested you think better, make less mistakes, and make better decisions. It is OK you are upset. You have permission to be exhausted and in need of a change. Yes, the economy is not right but, how long can you do this? I would talk to the management again. It is not smart to put off what you will have to do sooner or later because you are ill or can't take it anymore. You need to have a clear mind and not react to the situation. You need to plan an escape from this place. Go to a bookstore or library for ideas of how to plan your departure or how to talk to your management. There is plenty of info out there for you. Blessings.
 
Wow, this is tough. First, I would always put your family first. If you can, get a new job. Cut out all the fluff. Cable, cell phone minutes, etc. You need more time with your daughter and your health will suffer too. Plant a garden. Get more sleep. I am a firm believer that if you are more rested you think better, make less mistakes, and make better decisions. It is OK you are upset. You have permission to be exhausted and in need of a change. Yes, the economy is not right but, how long can you do this? I would talk to the management again. It is not smart to put off what you will have to do sooner or later because you are ill or can't take it anymore. You need to have a clear mind and not react to the situation. You need to plan an escape from this place. Go to a bookstore or library for ideas of how to plan your departure or how to talk to your management. There is plenty of info out there for you. Blessings.
 
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