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on my job vs in my job

Both 'on my job' and 'in my job' are commonly used phrases in English, but they are used in different contexts. 'On my job' is typically used to refer to specific tasks or responsibilities within a job. Meanwhile, 'in my job' is used to talk about one's overall role or position within a job.
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on my job

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to specific tasks or responsibilities within a job.

This phrase is used to describe the tasks, duties, or responsibilities that are part of one's job. It indicates a more focused or detailed aspect of the job.

Examples:

  • I need to focus on my job and complete the tasks assigned to me.
  • She is always on top of her job and never misses a deadline.
  • Sep 27, 2023 ... ... produced by BeatGang More at www.MartyGrimes.com. On My Job (Official Video). 715 views · 11 months ago ...more. Marty Grimes. 10.3K.
  • Jul 30, 2021 ... I called the health department on my job today. I got into work this morning and realized that our smoker had been left on 'EVAC' overnight ...
  • Jun 27, 2023 ... Reflections on my job transition. Photo description: A rainbow on the Western Washington University campus in Fall 2022. A plaza and red ...
  • Mar 30, 2022 ... Does it work against me if I choose to not reveal my gender and race on my job application? Where do you live? Here in the UK it ...
  • Feb 19, 2019 ... ... on my job" was used in a sentence: "Do you have any idea what I put up with on my job every day?" Also, the person speaking is a cop. Though ...
  • Sep 18, 2012 ... How I Walked Out On My Job And Why I Don't Regret It. LearnVest. Former Contributor Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own ...
  • May 24, 2024 ... Taking a break from mental health to focus on my job. Bitter truths about working in a global company as a UX person. Rita Kind-Envy · UX ...
  • Jul 8, 2020 ... The Icing on My (Job) Cake. Report this article; Close menu. Jo Saunders. Jo Saunders. Account Executive ...
  • Nov 25, 2022 ... So you could say I was unethical to cheat on my job with a side hustle. But in the same breath the average employer is grossly unethical, too, ...
  • Sep 13, 2019 ... Musings on my job search...... Report this article; Close menu. Randy Auer. Randy Auer. Recruiting ...

Alternatives:

  • in my role
  • within my job
  • related to my job
  • as part of my job
  • for my job

in my job

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to one's overall role or position within a job.

This phrase is used to talk about the general responsibilities, position, or function one has within a job. It indicates a broader perspective on the job.

Examples:

  • I am responsible for managing the team in my job.
  • In my job, I have to interact with clients on a daily basis.
  • Feb 12, 2014 ... Hi, I always thought that the only correct possibility is "at work", but then I watched friends and Chandler said "in my job".
  • Mar 1, 2023 ... I replied that I am no longer allowed to work on ERP problems as it is not in my job title. He has the most shocked look on his face and ...
  • Jan 25, 2019 ... I Feel Trapped in My Job — What Should I Do? · Made to Work. Well, of course, you have to give the basic doctrines of creation and fall and ...
  • May 31, 2024 ... "Not in my job description" ... How do you deal with someone who doesn't have a lot of work but pushes back when u try to give them new tasks? Her ...
  • Nov 17, 2017 ... How Do I Glorify God in My Job? 00:00.
  • Mar 10, 2017 ... I'm losing interest in my job. What should I do? All related (99) ... Originally Answered: I lost interest in my job. Should I quit ...
  • Aug 12, 2020 ... Brooks: I'm unhappy in my job, but I don't know whether I can accept the risks involved in quitting my job. Morgenstern: The only risk in ...
  • Oct 10, 2024 ... ' I'm miserable in my job. I'm 58 and have $1 million in a 401(k) and Roth IRA. Can I afford to quit? 'Currently, I live comfortably on ...
  • Aug 17, 2020 ... "In my job" is more likely than "at my job" in both cases: only if the speaker was using "my job" metonymically to mean "my place of work" is at possible.
  • Nov 9, 2022 ... I'm feeling stuck in my job and have been "quiet quitting." It doesn't feel good--is there a better way?

Alternatives:

  • at my job
  • within my job role
  • as part of my job
  • as an employee
  • in my position

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