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I took a new job two months ago, as an assistant in a communications department. I feel so uncomfortable that I'm thinking about quitting. But maybe I'm just overreacting?
My three colleagues are a well-coordinated team. I feel very left out because they never include me in their meetings. They make me feel like I don't belong at all. Although I do my best to always get everything done right and quickly, my work is not appreciated. Instead, I regularly get biting comments when I make even a small mistake.
They also often make fun of my clothing style. I can't afford designer clothes like they can, and I often wear older clothes because I have to save money for personal reasons. When I come into the office, my colleague often greets me with a giggle, looks me up and down, and shakes her head. Maybe she doesn't mean it at all? But it hurts me a lot.
In the meantime, it's gotten to the point where I dread the next workday every evening. Am I exaggerating or is this really bullying? Do you have any experience with this? If so, what have you done?
Please help me out, I don't know how to fight back. I actually can't afford to quit or get fired, I need the job and the money badly. As I mentioned before, my financial situation is difficult right now.
Thanks in advance for your support!