So I finally gained the courage to leave Starbucks entirely after 8 consecutive months of all kinds of bullying and unethical issues. I decided not to transfer, due to the other stores in the district being about the same if not worse. My mental health was wearing thin, I thought I’d regret it but I don’t. The pay raise isn’t even worth it in my area because every other place in the area pays pretty reasonably and already make 16+
I’m better off anywhere else. I let go of my dreams of being a famous artist and opening an art shop because
I thought coffee and being a barista was so much fun, but that quickly changed when I realize the people that come with it. I couldn’t do what’s best, I had to do what’s best for me and me only. If anyone else is scared of leaving or doesn’t know what they want to do, always follow your intuition and your gut. If you want to be a barista and that’s your career, I love that! But if being a barista isn’t for you and you feel your being treated unfairly, do what’s best for your mental health.