FabSwingers.com forum: Work

By *obilebottom OP Man
over a year ago

All over

Are you happy? Is it too much, just about right? Are you happy to stay or looking for some sort of way out? Self employed, is it working for you or a bit of a struggle? And if you are employed, is your employer good at looking after your well being?

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

It's alright. It's a bit boring now but it pay okay for the industry and I have a good deal of flexibility, so I don't want to look the gift horse in the mouth, so to speak.

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By *obilebottom OP Man
over a year ago

All over

"It's alright. It's a bit boring now but it pay okay for the industry and I have a good deal of flexibility, so I don't want to look the gift horse in the mouth, so to speak. "

It is probably the same for a lot of people, I am sure.

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
over a year ago

Reading

Counting the days until they make me redundant

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I love my job, enjoy going in every day and hope I keep getting to do it. I try and ignore the politics and just focus on work!

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By *BWLOVER1965Man
over a year ago

Ipswich

Unfortunately in an industry where company only believes in profit and client have been actively seeking a better job within the same industry mental health never exists for this company even though they pride themselves on mental awareness

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

In terms of actual career development and learning new skills, it's kinda shit and I'm spinning my wheels. But my salary is pretty decent for what I do and the flexibility is there as well

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By *obilebottom OP Man
over a year ago

All over

"Unfortunately in an industry where company only believes in profit and client have been actively seeking a better job within the same industry mental health never exists for this company even though they pride themselves on mental awareness

Lots of companies just pay lip service to that I am afraid.

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By *arlot o scaraWoman
over a year ago

Hell

The money is good for what the job is.

But the flexibility and support just isn’t there (considering I’m very flexible with my working hours and do them lots of favours, it doesn’t go both ways)

I’ve had a really difficult time over the past year, including being diagnosed with PTSD. After which, they wouldn’t give me fireworks night off after someone had booked it first. I think I need something else.

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By *hrimper36Couple
over a year ago

Central France dept 36

Love what I do and Eve loves what she does.

Money is shit but I work to live and not live to work.

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By *stellaWoman
over a year ago

London

I love my job. But work is making me desperately sad currently.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

My boss is fucking appalling at looking after my wellbeing. Work life balance is a myth.

(Self employed

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By *BWLOVER1965Man
over a year ago

Ipswich

Lots of companies just pay lip service to that I am afraid. "

True just wish more companies practice what they preach sadly will not happen finally coming back to the light after five years bullying etc just couldn’t get things straight in my head still can’t tbh

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By *obilebottom OP Man
over a year ago

All over

Lots of companies just pay lip service to that I am afraid.

I am sorry to hear. I hope it gets better for you

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By *BWLOVER1965Man
over a year ago

Ipswich

Lots of companies just pay lip service to that I am afraid.

I am sorry to hear. I hope it gets better for you

Thank you and to the few women and gent friends that have helped during time on fab

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Unfortunately not enjoying mine these days and with an incompetent line manager who doesn't have a clue what they are doing themselves never mind what any of my team do, doesn't fill me with confidence that anything is going to change. Just the nature if the establishment who employs me.

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By *ittle Miss TinkerbellWoman
over a year ago

your head

The job itself is fine, the people I work with are a different story. I'm job hunting again.

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By *amantha_JadeWoman
over a year ago

Newcastle

After over 15 years working in retail, I now work from home Mon- Fri which I love, however the senior management within the company are appalling. The workload is excessive and we get very little support. It could be so much better if they were proactive rather than reactive, but they either don’t care or are thick as mince.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Self employed and can be hard going . Thought about going back to work for a company on many occasions. I think people assume you make lots of money but it’s far from the truth .

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By *obilebottom OP Man
over a year ago

All over

"Self employed and can be hard going . Thought about going back to work for a company on many occasions. I think people assume you make lots of money but it’s far from the truth . "

I sumpathise. I did it for a while and certainly not for the faint hearted though obviously some like it and do well too.

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By *ehindHerEyesCouple
over a year ago

SomewhereOnlyWeKnow

My main job....overworked at times, not paid what your worth, a new start with no experience can start on not much less than me

My second job (just a different department) I love, boss is the polar opposite and rewards good work, I've had two pay rises in the 6 months I've been doing it and we're treated really well with bonuses that aren't stupidly unachievable (unlike the other job) and treated to meals out at least 4 times a year minimum all expenses paid.

Tinder

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m happy with my job yeah. Been there 15 years, pay is great, benefits are great.

Have the odd shitty day, but don’t we all.

It gives me a good lifestyle and im definitely retiring early (55 at the latest)

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By *andyfloss2000Woman
over a year ago

ashford

Finished with all that malarkey! X

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By *weetsmellingtreatsWoman
over a year ago

Gloucester

Love my job.

Best one I’ve ever had.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ah work… where do I even begin

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By *obilebottom OP Man
over a year ago

All over

"Ah work… where do I even begin"

In little chunks. There are another 150 posts left on the thread

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Spare a thought for people at the concrete factory. It just gets harder and harder.

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By *aughty by nature 76Man
over a year ago

Walsall & Reading

I travel 250 miles round trip to work In Reading, I wanted to work for the Brand, but I’m starting to hate the team I work with, the money is great,

But we have negative people in the team, that are starting to suck my energy up.

I spent most of my time in the office and starting to think should I move back to the midlands

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

Much prefer to be employed than self employed. I’ve had two of my own companies and hated it.

I’ve always enjoyed my work and had huge amounts of respect for the companies, my managers and leadership teams I’ve chosen to work for. I think this makes a big difference when things get tough you cope well.

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts

I’m self employed and I love it and love what I do. I’d struggle to work for someone else ever again now so hope I don’t have to x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I absolutely adore my job.

I'm employed now, have been self-employed before and found that overwhelming at times.

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts

"I absolutely adore my job.

I'm employed now, have been self-employed before and found that overwhelming at times. "

Yeah the only downside is I literally never switch off totally from it. The pros outweigh the cons for me though.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I absolutely adore my job.

I'm employed now, have been self-employed before and found that overwhelming at times.

Yeah the only downside is I literally never switch off totally from it. The pros outweigh the cons for me though. "

Also, the Christmas staff party always had one d*unken dickhead....wait

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe

I generally enjoy my job and work with a great bunch of people.

However, we're constantly fire fighting and I'm underpaid for the responsibility I have, though that will improve when I qualify.

Nita

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

Happy to stay because my boss is understanding & wry flexible which suits me & the needs of my children at the moment. The actual job is becoming overwhelming & ever changing and we’re all feeling very overworked & undervalued at the moment & trying to address it

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By *ookie46Woman
over a year ago

Deepest darkest Peru

I love my job and get great satisfaction from it. I’m lucky to work with a fantastic team and have an understanding boss

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By *eddfmyd11Man
over a year ago

Towcester

It's okay. I've worked at worse places. Don't enjoy it but it's tolerable.

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By *imber wolfMan
over a year ago

Aycliffe

Job is boring, poorly paid. I hate the company, they brag to anyone who will listen about what a great employer they are and how well they look after their staff but it’s all lip service. They place no value on me, my skills/experience or my job.

I’d love to leave but having ASD complicates things, less 20% of ASD people keep a full time job and getting another is incredibly difficult.

I try to balance out work life by really trying to make the most of my time outside of work but it o my goes so far. Sooner or later something’s got to give.

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts

"I absolutely adore my job.

I'm employed now, have been self-employed before and found that overwhelming at times.

Yeah the only downside is I literally never switch off totally from it. The pros outweigh the cons for me though.

Also, the Christmas staff party always had one d*unken dickhead....wait

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By *obilebottom OP Man
over a year ago

All over

"Job is boring, poorly paid. I hate the company, they brag to anyone who will listen about what a great employer they are and how well they look after their staff but it’s all lip service. They place no value on me, my skills/experience or my job.

I’d love to leave but having ASD complicates things, less 20% of ASD people keep a full time job and getting another is incredibly difficult.

I try to balance out work life by really trying to make the most of my time outside of work but it o my goes so far. Sooner or later something’s got to give."

That sounds tough, sorry to hear. Hopefully you will find a way to get something that makes you happier soon.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Are you happy? Is it too much, just about right? Are you happy to stay or looking for some sort of way out? Self employed, is it working for you or a bit of a struggle? And if you are employed, is your employer good at looking after your well being? "

Looking for a new job at moment.

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By *TG3Man
over a year ago

Dorchester

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By *issmorganWoman
over a year ago

Calderdale innit

I like that I can pick my own days/nights to work and that's about it to be honest.

As for the work, i don't really enjoy it.

I'm looking, but I won't just go for the first thing I find. I would like a total change to be honest.

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By *nowman1300Man
over a year ago

manchester

Im. Self employed. Its so much better. My work is seasonal so I'm busy from March til November. (Gardening) nit had a lady Chatterley experience yet though. I can still juggle my work in the summer and I dnt mind staying home in this cold weather

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By *viatrixWoman
over a year ago

Redhill

I quite like it- best job I’ve had.

I just wish I weren’t so damn tired all the time…but it comes with the territory.

Also people can be very difficult. I’ve worked in customer facing roles for 28 years. It’s tiring sometimes.

But I’m happy. I’ve been able to give my family amazing travelling experiences that we could have only dreamed about if I were doing anything else. And it’s all about making memories.

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By *olymalelincsMan
over a year ago

southend

I was enjoying being back at work after ten years as a full time carer until I got carbon monoxide poisioning from driving one of their vans so now back to just being a full time carer for now

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By *estYorkshireGentMan
over a year ago

Leeds

My job is really convenient and has a lot of flexibility which suits me and my life perfectly! I used to enjoy it a lot more but there’s been some big changes that have made it a lot less enjoyable.

Overall I’m really grateful it pays what I need it to and it works for my schedule! Not many people are so lucky unfortunately

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By *GermanInLondonMan
over a year ago

London

Self employed and at the moment too much. But necessary to progress so I won't say no.

Overall happy, 2023 gave me some great opportunities.

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By *ittlebirdWoman
over a year ago

The Big Smoke

RN it’s a little too much. I’m miles behind because I have important family stuff to sort out but if I take time off I’ll be even further behind…..

I’m thinking about leaving on a jet plane for a couple of weeks. Fuck it

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By *ife NinjaMan
over a year ago

Dunfermline

Yep. Boss of a little team of five. Getting them to shine makes my day

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By *tephanjMan
over a year ago

Kettering

I hate my job but at my age beggars can't be choosers. When prices go down a bit think I will retire

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By *ong-leggedblondWoman
over a year ago

Next Door

Definitely under paid for what I'm doing, and it's time for a change.

Just started looking but not sure what I want to do next.

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By *rsMistyPeaksWoman
over a year ago

Essex

I adore my job. It can be very tiring. But I genuinely love it. My company is fantastic. Bosses & colleagues all supportive and lovely.

I’m very lucky.

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By *obilebottom OP Man
over a year ago

All over

"I adore my job. It can be very tiring. But I genuinely love it. My company is fantastic. Bosses & colleagues all supportive and lovely.

I’m very lucky."

That's how it should be. Pleased for you

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By *ealMissShadyWoman
over a year ago

St Albans/ Welsh Borders

I love my job, it has it's ups and downs as any job does but I couldn't imagine doing anything else

I get paid well for the industry I work in and have lots of perks and benefits.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes I'm happy. I'm faced with challenging people sometimes (but that's the nature of the job), but it gives a lot of satisfaction and I feel as if I'm making a difference.

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By *cflirtyMan
over a year ago

Hampshire

I work for me

It's rewarding doing what I like, pay is up and down but the satisfaction outweighs the finance.And I get to choose if I want to take a day off when I like

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