Should I be offended that they never updated me on the position?

[Anonymous]

I used to think I worked at a great office with a wonderful team. I thought everyone respected me and valued my hard work.

Two months ago I head from a manager that one of the other senior staff members were looking to hire another member for their team. I applied for the position and the senior staff member told me that they were viewing other resumes too but that I would make a great addition to the team. He also told me he would keep me updated on the status.

He never updated me. Two days ago I find out through a corporate email that they hired someone for that team. I’m unsure if it was for the position I applied for. I reached out to the senior staff member if there was any updates on the position I applied to. There’s been no response so far.

I always help him out in meetings and honestly feel so disrespected. Makes me feel like hard work gets taken advantage of and not appreciated.

Yes- explain below

No - explain below

[Carolus]

Nothing to be offended about, just like any other job applications, unsuccessful notification are rarely sent. As humans, sometimes to tend to believe we are the best in something but others may view it differently. If you feel un appreciated, seek a different employer (establishment).

[Asker]

I understand your point of view but, since we work in the same division (14 people), I though he could at least give me the courtesy to update me, especially since he said he would. Also, the manager that suggested the position keeps messaging me that I would be a great addition to the team.

I felt unappreciated not just because I didn't get the job- but how it was handled.

[Carolus]

Even in companies, there always some politics behind the scenes, this is most likely done out of conflict of interests to the key decision makers.

[jahaims]

Offended no. You probably just have an inflated idea of your worth at work. Work is to make money. They don't care about you or your feelings. That is how a business works.

[Guy13]

Corporate life... either get over it or find another job at a higher level about every three years.