I start a new job tomorrow...?

When i first went for the job it was out of me and another girl and the people that interviewed us werent so keen on her but the manager had the final decision so the other girl got it... I got a call after about 3 weeks asking to go for another interview because the other girl isnt working out (apparently they didnt like her and the job is apparently very stressful)...

So this new girl is going to be training me this week and im a bit worried that they may not like me or i wont be able to handle it... Also that the girl may not be bothered wanting to teach someone since shes not too keen on the job herself...

Anyone been in this situation?

Change is always scary.
It is only natural to have some fears and nervousness going into a new job.
They saw something in you that made them call you, so have confidence in that.
Keep your chin up, pay attention, and do your best.
That is all anyone can ask of you.
Don't worry, you will be fine.
I have always had the attitude no matter what new position or job that comes my way, I can learn it, all they got to do is teach me, and I will be fine.
Sometimes I make mistakes, but I make it a point to never make the same mistake twice.
Good Luck.

She needs a good reference so she's going to be on her best behavior. Don't sweat the training.

I've been in this position before. It was uncomfortable because the other girl thought she knew it all. The co-workers were not impressed with her and let her know that she was incompetent. I even felt sorry for her. Thank goodness, I only had to deal with her for 2 days. It was very uncomfortable for me. It turned out to be a great job and I'm glad I accepted it.

I was supposed to be trained by someone that wasn't keen on the idea of training me so she'd ignore me.
The boss would come out and show me things, himself.
Eventually, I just picked things up as I went along.
Good Luck!

Why are they having someone who isn't working out train you? Red Flag!!!

Just do your best, and make sure you ask your supervisor questions instead of the departing person.

Mikes got it in one.

Some years ago, I came in second for a very big job. I gracefully thanked them for their consideration.

Some weeks later, I was called because the first candidate didn't work out. And, the old person for the job was called back to do it for awhile.

I came in, was polite and behaved with dignity and everything worked out. I just worked hard and never mentioned what happened and everything was great.

So, I suggest you go in and behave with class, dignity and professionalism and you will do fine and come out on top. Remember, they called you to come back in.

Good luck!!

Hope this helps!!

You can email your questions to me at mike@directyourcareer.com or read my blog at www.directyourcareer.com

Mike

Stay out of the office politics if at all possible. The person who you are replacing may be bitter but hopefully not. Hopefully the management will not put into training with someone who is going to treat you badly. Some people have a difficult time in stressful jobs, others bloom in them. Don't worry about not handling it, doing a bad job or not being liked. They don't know you and you don't know them. Take your time, learn your job and have fun doing so. Having fun and having a good sense of humor as well as learning your position to the best of your ability and desire will make you a very valuable employee. Good luck in your new job.