I was doing very very very well in my position at work, then, about 2 months ago was...I'll say "pushed" by many in leadership positions within my department, to apply and interview for a higher position within the organization. In reality I never wanted to apply and actually retracted my application once before putting it back in reluctantly. Long story short, I received so much pressure from higher ups to go for it that I just went ahead with the interview, and was offered the position. Even after the offer I emailed the director of the department to who I would report and advised them I did not think the role was right for me. The director simply dismissed my email and set up the promotion with HR, essentially forcing me to leave my old role and accept the new position. I think the reason for the pushiness of leadership is because the person whom I replaced was leaving the company and they literally had no replacements, and from what I have heard through the grapevine, nobody wanted the job. The other person who interviewed for the job and didn’t get it was unhappy with the people in the get it thought I was crazy for accepting the position. I feel somewhat railroaded. I’ve been in the new position for about a month and am miserable for a number of reasons. Primarily I do not get along with the new team members, and it seems that there is a carnival atmosphere of more fooling around that actual work that gets accomplished. This makes me very uncomfortable. I now feel I have been displaced from my old role and have essentially "lost my job" because of these events. I am not sure how to proceed; any insight or suggestions would be appreciated.
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Hello dear :)
I have read your thoughts and I have some suggestions that appeared on my mind
I was once working in companies for a few years, and I have to admit, I only worked for money and had no passion for it. What I am trying to share with you is that, if you yourself don't have the confidence for this work or position you're in, I believe you will see every problem that comes in the future as a burden instead of a challenge. Because it is very important for you to enjoy what you do and put your heart into whatever you do, so whatever you do in your work, will bear good fruits and also benefits a lot of people.
So, my opinion is, you have to make sure, if you're really happy and is it really what you want for your work. Because if you do your work without passion and comfort, it will not lead you anywhere, dear.
I will pray for you and be willing to help with any thoughts you have :)
God bless you :) and good luck!