Aiiiiieeeeeeee - work venting

[tulip]

Just an alternate viewpoint: I'm really digging my job these days. I've made some process changes that are working very well and I feel like I'm on top of things and getting things done, making a difference. My co-worker lives in another state, so it's essential that we communicate on projects throughout the day. The new process seems to really be working well.

And I'm stoked about it! The only problem is that it's working so well that I find myself happily working away into the evening...but I know that's not good.

[NbyNW]

Just an alternate viewpoint: I'm really digging my job these days. I've made some process changes that are working very well and I feel like I'm on top of things and getting things done, making a difference. My co-worker lives in another state, so it's essential that we communicate on projects throughout the day. The new process seems to really be working well.

And I'm stoked about it! The only problem is that it's working so well that I find myself happily working away into the evening...but I know that's not good.

Yay, Tulip! It's so nice to hear when someone is happy at work. Gives me hope that I'll find something good again someday.

[shootingstar]

Just an alternate viewpoint: I'm really digging my job these days. I've made some process changes that are working very well and I feel like I'm on top of things and getting things done, making a difference. My co-worker lives in another state, so it's essential that we communicate on projects throughout the day. The new process seems to really be working well.

And I'm stoked about it! The only problem is that it's working so well that I find myself happily working away into the evening...but I know that's not good.

There was a time period in my career where I loved my job so much that I didn't take a compressed work week optional benefit (work longer days and get every 2nd Friday off).

I came to my senses 6 months later and took the benefit. Then the employer revoked the benefit for everyone 12 months later because some people were not working their full long day shift and sneaking out the door earlier for home. Senior management knew because they had to hunt down the experts to cope with journalists and senior govn't bureaucrats for their subject matter expertise.

But it was nice when it was lasted.

There was another point in life where I was offered a part-time weekend job --in addition to an interesting, full-time job that I already had. Job was totally different but I couldn't have psychologically handled it. I really needed my own time and my own headspace.

But now I'm looking for more paid work. So vent along folks. Just think how tough it is on the other side of the fence.

[tulip]

I read somewhere that there are four elements to a satisfying job: Autonomy, Creativity, Mastery, and Purpose.

I've found these to be essential, no matter what the actual work is.

[malkin]

I read somewhere that there are four elements to a satisfying job: Autonomy, Creativity, Mastery, and Purpose.

I've found these to be essential, no matter what the actual work is.

Much of the time I have all 4 of those and kids who surprise and delight me. And the place is close to home and I can ride my bike.

But on days when I have to deal with the management and administration I am ready to walk out the door and stand on the corner with a cardboard sign that says how pathetic I am.

Yesterday the only thing keeping me from slamming my head in my office door was knowing that it would pretty much wreck my ride home.

[NbyNW]

I read somewhere that there are four elements to a satisfying job: Autonomy, Creativity, Mastery, and Purpose.

I've found these to be essential, no matter what the actual work is.

As I think back, that has been true for me as well. Rare to find/achieve.

[ny biker]

Right now I'd be happy with a boss who has half a brain.

[WindingRoad]

I just hope when I'm done with school that I find a rewarding position. I have 4 years so lets hope the economy picks up a little in the meantime. It's scary though being in school and hearing all the horror stories of people trying to find work or getting shamefully underpaid. Scary stuff. I hope and pray things are better when I get out.

[Crankin]

I start my second clinical internship Tuesday. I went to meet my supervisor yesterday. She is leaving today for a 3 week trip to Israel. Oy.
Of course the clinic director will be there, but still. This is the period that i will be scrounging to get enough clients to make my hours and I just wish she was going to be there.I still get conflicted about being the "newbie." It's hard to be older and experienced, but still feel like a student. I guess that's what career change is about, but I have come to realize that all of the organizational and time management skills I developed teaching aren't so valued in my new career. I feel pretty good about my actual counseling skills, it's just all of the other stuff.
I am really appreciating my former boss. Going to email her and tell her that!

[NoNo]

Up till last week I could have gone on and on about how miserable I was at work. And then, out of the blue, I got a call from a headhunter. In a whirlwind week I found out about a position, applied, interviewed, and got the job! Not only will I not be languishing and doing things far below my skillset, but I'll actually be getting paid what I'm worth. What a novel concept! You know it's bad when the headhunter first laughs when you tell them your salary, then asks if you live with your parents and how you're able to live on that pay.

This is the first time I'll be switching jobs since I've graduated, so it's a strange feeling. I'm thrilled to be getting out of here, I was truly miserable and had much difficulty convincing myself to get out of bed in the morning. But there are some people that I'll miss. And then there's the fear of "Can I actually do this new job?!" I'm sure I'll catch on, but it's different from walking in every morning and knowing exactly what you're doing.

What a crazy week. Hang in there, you never know what will fall into your lap!

[tulip]

NoNo, that is fantastic! Congratulations! Your former employer should take note--they lose good employees if they don't treat them right. With your motivation and skills, I have no doubt that you'll be able to handle the new jobs. Challenges are good from time to time, and you'll learn so much. Will you continue with the soap business?

[NoNo]

Thank you! The funny thing is the soap has been doing so well, I was thinking "If this keeps up, I'll be able to do this full time!" I have 3 showers to do, the flower show, and I was supposed to do another event at a local university, but now I won't be able to take the day off to go. I'm going to see if my mom can do it because I'd hate to miss that opportunity. The nice thing is that now I won't need the money I make from the soap. But I certainly can't let the business die just because of that.

What's weird here (or maybe it's this way a lot of places) is that despite so many people being unhappy here, no one seems to be leaving or even trying to. Just look around, what's the harm? And since no one leaves, you don't get new blood in here to rejuvenate things, and the misery just builds. I'm too young to deal with that every day!

[NbyNW]

Congratulations NoNo! Best of luck with the new job.

[NoNo]

Of course things were going too smoothly to be true. They made a formal offer yesterday and want to start me at a lower position - with much lower pay. I'm not too happy about the bait-and-switch, but at least I'd be learning new skills again, and in the end that's what I'm after. I'm hoping they take my counter-offer, which wasn't much more than their offer, but enough to make a difference to me. Why can't things be simple?

[NbyNW]

NoNo - just curious as to whether the headhunter is still in the picture?