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« on: May 03, 2006, 04:03:39 pm » |
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Let me put you in the picture....in the past 6 months or so things have become mundane, boring and to be honest like I'm needed less and less. Today and for much of yesterday, I deleted old files and emails from both my personal folders and work folders. I have tidied the stationery cupboard, made a new list of things to order, stocked up on tea/coffee, updated sickness/absence and overtime records for April....I have even managed to print off my CV and prepare cover letters for recruitment agencies and am now actively applying for other jobs. The problem is I'm like a child who needs to be occupied for 8 hrs a day and I now feel like a need to move on, but to what? There are fewer and fewer PA jobs out there and the ones that are advertised are either paying a very low salary or are not the type of company I would want to work for.
Just wondered what advice, if any, you had for me. I recently attended a job interview, was informed I did extremely well and the panel liked me. However since all the candidates were of similar calibre, they had to go to essential criteria to choose a suitable candidate for the job and this is what I am up against.
I will hang on here until something else comes up. It's less than 5 weeks until I go on hols so hopefully I will survive!
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raindance
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« Reply #1 on: May 03, 2006, 05:03:50 pm » |
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I have just stepped in here to have a look around, Gee, so I am sorry that this is a hurried answer.
Assuming you are not suffering from a bad case of ennui, which hits us all from time to time in our jobs/lives, then I would suggest that you do some hard thinking about the future. What would you like to do with the remainder of your life, and how can you achieve your goals? There are some great resources "out there" for you to tap into including: mentoring, life coaching and personal development courses such as the Open University "Openings" series.
You might wish to continue to be a PA, which is a wonderful profession in itself, but there are always new skills we can learn, new "polish" to be picked up, and maybe you could go in a slightly different direction - perhaps into management.
Best wishes,
Raindance
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diamondlady
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« Reply #2 on: May 03, 2006, 06:33:52 pm » |
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Or in a field that you are passionate about. It may be hard to find and not very high paying, but if you are not happy in the situation you are currently in, then I would rethink the kind of work you are doing for the paycheck and make it something you actuall like doing. Again it may not pay near as much, but in the long term, it may be more beneficial for your well being. I noticed you hadn't been around much, and wondered what was going on. I've often thought the same thing and money is always an issue, and of course the 8 years I have been here and I really do enjoy working for my current boss, but the workload is very sporatic and nothing is ever consistent with my work load. Right now it's a very low quiet time, but will pay for it later by wishing you had some of that quiet time. Hang in there, and come here and vent or bounce around ideas if you like. We're here to help, lend an ear, listen...anytime. Diamondlady Peer Moderator  |
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gee4
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« Reply #3 on: May 04, 2006, 09:09:53 am » |
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Thanks all. One of the agencies I did a mailshot to has contacted me this morning with a PA role for a very prestigious company.....so they are considering my CV while I consider the role. I guess it could be a rut but I'm fed up doing all the crap jobs and not getting recognised for the other stuff. It would be very hard to take a drop in salary but if the benefits that came with another job were good, then I would def have to consider all options.
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« Reply #4 on: May 05, 2006, 02:37:41 am » |
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Gee, Sorry to hear that you are feeling so down. I know from your posts that you are a valuable resource. Think about how much time during the week that you spend at your job. You deserve to be happy and fulfilled. If it takes a little cut in pay, so be it. Sometimes you need to sacrifice a little in order to be truly happy. In the long run it will all work out for you I'm sure. Cyber hugs to you my dear friend {{{{{{Gee}}}}}  WhiteSatin |
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« Reply #5 on: May 05, 2006, 08:44:43 am » |
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Hi Gee
Really sorry to read how down you are feeling - you're always so positive about things that it came as quite a surprise.
I do know how you feel, however, after sticking at a job in which I wasn't been used properly for over 3 years. I would wake up every morning with a feeling of dread over how I was going to fill my day with work ... since leaving there I think I've done more work in the last 6 weeks (that's how long I've been in my new post) than I did in the previous 3 years.
There's only so much filing / pruning / archiving and stocking up one can do ... in fact, as one of my old bosses said, "There's only so many cups of tea you can make in a day" - this after I'd been working for them for less than 6 months and requested a meeting with a view to increasing my responsibilities and workload!
It does sound like it's time to move on - salary *is* important but it's not the be-all and end-all of a job (this from a person who refused this current job twice because they weren't offering enough money!). You spend an awful lot of your waking hours at work and it's awful to feel the way that you do - been there, done that.
You're off on your hols soon - a great opportunity to take stock and recharge the batteries - hang in there 'til then and meanwhile keep looking.
All the best!
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gee4
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« Reply #6 on: May 08, 2006, 02:02:05 pm » |
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Well, it's Monday again and things are just the same. I registered with another recruitment agency on Friday and that seemed positive. I have also had my CV put forward for a role by a different agency at the end of last week. I guess all I can do for the moment is just try and remain upbeat and positive. Thanks for your support...... G |
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gee4
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« Reply #7 on: May 09, 2006, 04:40:25 pm » |
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Think something is about to hit the fan and I am now prepared for the worst. What if you seen your name in a list for discussion, would you think the worst? Change in role, more work, out the door, what? Living completely on the edge here....  G |
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« Reply #8 on: May 09, 2006, 05:27:56 pm » |
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From what I and many of my fellow DDers have seen on these boards, you're smart, talented, tough, resourceful and professional. You bring a helluva lot to the table, woman! So, at the risk of sounding rather Pollyanna-ish...."the worst" could be the best thing to happen to you.
If it's a change in role (with more work for no more pay, I'm sure!) maybe it's something you can live with while you're looking for something else. If you're out the door (which is what I assume you mean by "the worst"), well, hey, many of us have been there and you survive somehow.
Hang in there -- you know we're here. I'm sending positive thoughts your way.
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diamondlady
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« Reply #9 on: May 09, 2006, 06:24:07 pm » |
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Completely agree with didface's post. You are a professional individual and I am sure that "if" the worst happens you will land on your feet, firmly! I have no doubt. I think you are already doing all of the things you need to to protect yourself in case something does happen by looking. Like didface said, it may be the best thing that can happen to you judging by your posts lately. Good luck and try to stay positive. Better things on the horizon! Keep us posted on what does or doesn't happen. Sending positive thoughts your way. Diamondlady Peer Moderator |
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gee4
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DidF and Diamond, appreciate your comments. Your kind words have certainly made me realise my worth.
Thanks and I will keep you posted for as long as I can.
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Gee-girl
I am so sorry you are unhappy. You are too good a person for bad things to happen (and I should know!).
You are not alone - big cyber hugs from me - I too am decidedly unhappy but am fighting all the way.
If you want to talk I will pm you my new home phone number and we can talk (yes I am in my new home and yes the so-and-so's at work are making me redundant).
Let me know if there is anything I can do from here.
Another big hug to the brainy one.
Jess
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gee4
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Redundant? Again? Or am I thinking of someone else? Was this a new job?
Well so far today Jess, I'm laughing. Had to log 3 issues with our facilities people which are all to do with the kitchen. I feel like Jim'll Fix It today...! Have cc'd my line manager with an update - 2 matters resolved and 1 resolution ongoing.
Thanks again for YOUR support and throwing MINE right back at ya!!
G
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Jess,
Weren't you planning to move house? I hope you are enjoying it. As for your redundancy - don't leave without decent compensation.
Best wishes,
Raindance
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gee4
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Rain,
You're not always entitled to anything these days regardless of how long you have worked for a company. I was with a US company in 1999/2000, they closed the company and made all of us redundant, no compensation, nothing. You haven't a leg to stand on believe me.
Jess if you get something you are lucky. Been made redundant several times so know how that feels.
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