Turned down "promotion"

[Nutty 2]

People,

I just turned a promotion. I am currently a receptionist/admistrative assist. My supervisors wanted to promote me to "legal assistant." However, I was offered a 50 cent raise, a small closet-sized office with no windows, more work, and would have to take a class at the local community college for some legal training.

I already do the legal assistant position. But I work at great desk with views all around. I want less work, not more. I also think the 50 cent raise was being cheap.

So I turned down the position. Truthfully, I need less stress now, not more. And a new position would be more stress and work.

My husband is angry with me for not taking the position.

But given our marriage troubles, I don't see myself staying around past next August.

Did I do the right thing????

[Muh and me 18]

I can't say if it was the right thing for you or not. Only you would know that after a while. I got layed off in September and my job as a bill collector believe it or not was very stressful. I only worked part time but it had a major affect on my life at home. Since my layoff, I've been much calmer and feel better about things. I want to go back to work, but i don't if you know what I mean! Good luck!

[PlatyPius 5]

I don't really know anything about you, but I think you did the right thing. You refused "The Box" and you turned down an insulting "raise". Considering all of the variables you listed, I probably would have done the same thing.

[Hanna&Mohamed 0]

Im sure u made the right decision .

[Chica Yeyé 41]

I believe you did the right thing. If they offered that "raise", it means they value your work; but are not willing to pay for it as they should. You stood your ground as a professional, and that my friend is a plus for you in your development as a worker. Good for you . Don't be surprised if they come back with a better offer.

[Nutty 2]

I can't say if it was the right thing for you or not. Only you would know that after a while. I got layed off in September and my job as a bill collector believe it or not was very stressful. I only worked part time but it had a major affect on my life at home. Since my layoff, I've been much calmer and feel better about things. I want to go back to work, but i don't if you know what I mean! Good luck!

I work in Bankruptcy. So business is BOOMING!!!!

The problem is I would be working for two paralegals. So I can only see more work. Also, for the pay I would prefer less stress at work, not more. If they had offered me a 2 dollar raise, I might have considered it.

But having to go to night school, the added work, the nominal salary increase, the move to a closet office...it just wasn't worth it to me.

Especially if I leave USA in August.

[Chica Yeyé 41]

Just a thought: could you become a paralegal yourself? Me thinkssss you have what it takes sister.

[~PalmTreeGurl~ 154]

I think based on the .50 cents alone that you made a good decision to turn it down. Walmart gives us .40 a year raise just for our anniversary with them. Surely they could have done way better for the job being done from you!

[Nutty 2]

Just a thought: could you become a paralegal yourself? Me thinkssss you have what it takes sister.

It would require going back to school. But I am not sure that is what I want to do "as a profession."

Truthfully, if I was to go back to school, I think I would take accounting or study to be a tax consultant.

(then I would have some down time after tax season to travel).

I

[Ban Hammer 13,333]

the 50 cent raise is insulting. tell him if you want 50 cents, you'll go to the music store and buy the cd.

[Otto 83]

If you truly don't want more work (and potentially more stress) and don't plan on being there another year - you did the right thing.

If you potentially would be there longer - you have effectively closed the door on any future promotions (in my opinion).

[Chica Yeyé 41]

Just a thought: could you become a paralegal yourself? Me thinkssss you have what it takes sister.

It would require going back to school. But I am not sure that is what I want to do "as a profession."

Truthfully, if I was to go back to school, I think I would take accounting or study to be a tax consultant.

(then I would have some down time after tax season to travel).

I

That is an excellent idea Nutty. I am impressed. I hope you can do that soon sister! Even if you moved outside the US, being a tax consultant can get you job with one of the BIG accounting firms that have offices abroad. They always need folks with experience in US taxation.

[morocco4ever 63]

You have so much on your plate already. I can't see where an additional .50 per hour would make it worth your while to add more stress to your life. I think you did the right thing.

[Nutty 2]

Putting pressure on me!!!!

They said they are shocked I don't want the "promotion."

They said that I do too much work as a receptionist. That when they bring in a legal assistant I will have my responsibilities reduced and thus, I am being paid too much!!!

They can't reduce my salary can they?

My salary would be $13.75 an hour with that 50 cent raise.

Maybe I would get another 50 cent raise after 90 days. So I would make $14.25

[Chica Yeyé 41]

I don't know if they can reduce your salary --- what does your contract or the salary policy say?

Seems they are cornering you - and that is just not cool. Stand strong and begin networking for other jobs hermana.