Ah sorry I was not more clear. I have been paid for some of the work, but not all. The contract was signed and they do owe me the money.

I was more wanting to hear some feedback on my situation. It's a tough season for me and I want to make sure I'm learning the right things from it.

To perhaps gain some clarity as I don't have many people I feel comfortable talking to about this.

How it relates to the article, I feel. If the people you work with unfairly dislike you it might be a good sign of a problem deeper down.

(obviously a great deal of soul searching is needed to know if 'unfairly disliked' is applicable)