The Struggles of Returning Company Equipment: A Cautionary Tale
Leaving a job can feel like a breath of fresh air, but it often comes with lingering challenges, especially when it comes to returning company property. Ten months have passed since I made the decision to walk away from my position at a major Accounting firm, commonly referred to as “Big Four.” Despite moving on, I find myself in possession of two laptops from my former employer—one of which is non-functional.
When I departed the firm, I took the initiative to fill out a survey detailing the equipment I needed to return. As a remote worker, I requested shipping labels and boxes for my laptops to avoid the hassle of commuting 40 minutes to the office, along with the costs of parking. I hoped this would streamline the return process, but disappointment quickly set in.
Weeks turned into months, and despite my patience, the promised shipping materials never materialized. Frustrated, I decided to call the company’s support line. Unfortunately, my call was routed to a different office where no one seemed to be available to assist. After taking down my contact information, the representative assured me that someone would reach out—but predictably, I heard nothing.
Fast forward to now: my home office is feeling cramped, and those two laptops are just taking up precious space I need for my current role. The thought of having to make another call fills me with dread. It shouldn’t be this complicated to return equipment, right?
If anyone finds themselves in a similar situation, my advice is to be persistent. While it shouldn’t take this much effort to send back a couple of laptops, sometimes you have to navigate the red tape to reclaim your space and sanity. Here’s hoping my next attempt garners better results!
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