SJ_SwanJun
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03-11-2008 15:54
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gogirl212
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SJ, I realize we don't know each other at all IRL and not even so much on the boards here, but I do know you as a creative, intelligent, talented woman through all of your writing. I am so sorry that the short-sighted management of your company fails to recognize that or to understand that the value you bring to one position could bring so much more to another.
I don't know your personal circumstances, but I have been in a similar situation and my heart really goes out to you. I know that you are sad and frustrated, and everyone deserves a good cry now and again, but I think you are resilient and will find a way to turn the sadness and anger you feel now into motivation and determination. It is an opportunity to re-examine the things that are important to you and to redirect your energy and focus into new priorities.
If getting promoted to a new position is no longer a focus, just think of the things that you can now direct your attention to. Whether it is finding a new job, getting more training, focusing on family, concentrating on your writing (I admit being partial to that idea) . . .whatever it is, you can approach it with the same drive, determination, dedication and talent that has made you so successful they can't seem to function without you. You may not see it now, but I think this short-sighted company president has opened a door for you and I know marvelous things are waiting for you when you are ready to go find them.
I hope you feel happy again soon and that someone you love is there to offer solace, a cup of tea and maybe a bird missile aimed at the president's office.
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03-11-2008 16:28
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SJ_SwanJun
Forum Goddess
I am a Red Squadron.
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Tengu.
Yes I am thankful that I have a job. I cannot complain that I have a job.
It is just that, though. A Job. I *want* a career.
Receptionist is not a bad job, of course not. But you need to understand something:
I am a fully certified Sports Trainer and Therapist. I hold a graphic Design certificate and have experience up the wazoo.
But ... I am also an immigrant.
Contrary to popular belief it is not only the "minorities" that get stung by that. I am white, I'm Australian, yet I am not allowed to do the job(s) that I am qualified to do and have spent money on certifying myself for.
I have an IQ of 147 yet because of position am viewed by most as being so stupid that it's surprising I even made it out of high school, let alone finished with a 98 average in a medical field.
I am frustrated because I am used to working my way through and achieving results. I am frustrated because I am seeing people who are legitimate fucktards being promoted ahead of me.
I am stupidvised by a little twit who has a lower maturity level than my 3-year old.
I am bossed around by someone sitting beside me who considers mail-merging and using Thunderbird address books to be absolutely confusing and not worth the bother.
And ... and ... You know what?
I need to calm down, really. I now have heartburn because I am so upset over this.
Guys, I appreciate your ears and suggestions, I really do. You've given me things to think about and a path to pave.
It is time to move on.
It is obvious I can't do it here.
I spent some time on Monster and it appears that everything is handled through agencies ... I've never really gone that route.
Hmmm...
Wish me luck. Perhaps this is just the push Karma is giving me to make me go out and play on the outside.
:Smile:
You know you guys all make me feel so special, eh. I can come here and walk out thinking I'm the greatest person in the world.
Thanks.
I needed it.
SJ
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Because their balls fall over their butt holes and they vapour lock.
This post has been edited 1 time(s), it was last edited by SJ_SwanJun on 03-11-2008 at 17:38.
Reason: I really need to calm down and think
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03-11-2008 17:36
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Hinotori
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04-11-2008 00:08
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meg
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04-11-2008 10:56
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SJ_SwanJun
Forum Goddess
I am a Red Squadron.
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Update: Because I know you all care.....
So. You know how I am not allowed to take over for her when she's on 12 month leave?
Well guess what.
I got called in to a meeting with she and Prez and had a new set of responsibilities handed to me. I am doing it all, guys. All of it. All from this desk.
<shakes head>
And no, I am not getting any extra income for this. I am told it will make me "happy" to have the extra work.
Clairvoyance reigns around here it appears.
And for the record. No I am not happy. And honestly, she should be worried. Hell if we seamlessly do this for 12 months, then explain why we even need her back?? She should have pushed for a replacement .... I would have!
So I bring up a concern or two ... Well, who is my relief then? When are you going fix all of these problems?
Answer: Why didn't you email it to me?
What? I say what? I "told" you about it, why do I need to type everything, too -- further to that, why didn't you simply say "pop it in an email".
Her response: I just thought you were complaining.
Yeah, that's kinda the thing ....
I questioned my lack of support. Again with the emails.
So then I get that whole patronizing "You just be your bubbly perky blah blah self down there. Oh and by the way ... be more consistent with your work."
huh? What? Hold up right there.
More consistent?
I pressed her to explain just what I didn't have finished, what projects were untouched. Like tell me what it is I haven't finished, and finished quickly.
She shuffled her papers "well that isn't really why we're here"
Well ya know what, you brought it up! You tell me, dammit. I do EVERYTHING I am supposed to do EVERYTHING.
She then tells me that someone had given me some projects that I didn't get finished and that she'd seen some on my desk.
I call that accusation bullshit and told her just that. I asked for specific projects ... She couldn't provide me with any.
To the woman who isn't actually supposed to give me projects but does - I want to string up by her hair and use Flash's chainsaw on her!! What a lying bitch!!!!!!
I have finished EVERYTHING in an eighth of the time it takes HER to do it ....
God.
I am so pissed off!!!!!!
So yeah. I mow have the job of two people to do and have to do with with a busy switchboard and be "happy" about it.
Job hunt is officially in full-swing. Absolutely in full swing.
SJ
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Why do men snore when lying on their backs?
Because their balls fall over their butt holes and they vapour lock.
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14-11-2008 17:31
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Sounds like you are asking the correct questions, and I hope something better comes your way PDQ - because it seeems asking for references out of your current environment is going to be a large problem.... Luck!