I hate it when people post just to post.....

[*slim* 2]

YAAAAY!!

Y'know, I need to really do those happy dances. Then at least I would be getting in some exercise.

:wink2::lol:You are too funny Beth.

Glouc-you sound like you had an exciting weekend. So nice to see you back on LBT for us non-facebookers.

Ebony-you deserve to be in a good mood after your interview experience yesterday.:wink2:

[DivaStyleCoach 89]

PJTP...apprehension and discomfort...:wink2:

What am I talking about? The job I've applied and interviewed for has asked to check my references and wanted people 'senior' to me...no problem - I gave them the name of the doc who ran the program I worked for prior to my current assignment, and another person senior to me who worked with that program.

They just emailed me and asked if they could contact my current manager. What was I supposed to say? NO?:wink2:

I told them if that was what they needed to make their decision to go ahead, but that I was apprehensive about the effect on my work environment if I am not the successful candidate.:w00t:

That's the truth...if I'm leaving, then I don't care if they tell her - especially if I've already gotten the job...if they are going to base it on her recommendation / opinion, then I'm sunk...:eek:

I guess I won't really know until it happens...:frown::crying::w00t:

[*slim* 2]

It's going to work out, Ebony. I am praying, chanting, crossing fingers and toes (no nekkid dancing for fear of ruining the good vibes).

[BethFromVA 5]

PJTP...apprehension and discomfort...:wink2:

What am I talking about? The job I've applied and interviewed for has asked to check my references and wanted people 'senior' to me...no problem - I gave them the name of the doc who ran the program I worked for prior to my current assignment, and another person senior to me who worked with that program.

They just emailed me and asked if they could contact my current manager. What was I supposed to say? NO?:wink2:

I told them if that was what they needed to make their decision to go ahead, but that I was apprehensive about the effect on my work environment if I am not the successful candidate.:w00t:

That's the truth...if I'm leaving, then I don't care if they tell her - especially if I've already gotten the job...if they are going to base it on her recommendation / opinion, then I'm sunk...:eek:

I guess I won't really know until it happens...:frown::crying::w00t:

Well... let's just hope that a potential new employer would never put an employee in that position unless they have their minds made up. Otherwise it really puts people in precarious positions.

Let's also hope that if they DO talk to her (maybe they are just testing you?), that she isn't a biotch.

[DivaStyleCoach 89]

It's going to work out, Ebony. I am praying, chanting, crossing fingers and toes (no nekkid dancing for fear of ruining the good vibes).

Thanks, Slim...I pray all goes well. I really DON'T want to be here another month or two while looking if they KNOW that I'm looking...I just see things getting really uncomfortable.

Well... let's just hope that a potential new employer would never put an employee in that position unless they have their minds made up. Otherwise it really puts people in precarious positions.

Let's also hope that if they DO talk to her (maybe they are just testing you?), that she isn't a biotch.

I hope so, Beth...I did email my union rep and told her what's going on, so that if she does try to sabotage my leaving, I may have a cause of action. What I'm afraid will happen is that she will 'damn me with faint praise'...mention things like 'lack of attention to detail' which they brought up in past meetings. Hopefully, with two good references and only one so-so one, it won't make a difference.

I guess that's confirmation that they are seriously considering me, though - they wouldn't be asking for so much if they weren't serious about me...would they? :wink2:

Can ya tell I'm anxious about this? I wish it was Thursday so I would have tomorrow off...:wink2:

[*slim* 2]

I understand why you are anxious. I wouldn't think they would ask to speak to your current employer (knowingly putting you in unpleasant position) if they didn't know that you pretty much had the job.

[BethFromVA 5]

I hope so, Beth...I did email my union rep and told her what's going on, so that if she does try to sabotage my leaving, I may have a cause of action. What I'm afraid will happen is that she will 'damn me with faint praise'...mention things like 'lack of attention to detail' which they brought up in past meetings.

Yeah, that was my thought. BUT, if they really want you gone, what would be the benefit to her to do something so stupid?

Hopefully, with two good references and only one so-so one, it won't make a difference.

How long have you worked under this supervisor?

I guess that's confirmation that they are seriously considering me, though - they wouldn't be asking for so much if they weren't serious about me...would they? :wink2:

That's my thought. Like I said, ANY potential new employer would know that to contact a supervisor pretty much tells them that you are looking. To do so if you are one of a number of potential new-hires is rather frivolous and could damage that employee's job! I think they are REALLY serious, Ebony.

Can ya tell I'm anxious about this? I wish it was Thursday so I would have tomorrow off...:eek:

Yes, and it's very understandable. It'll go well. :wink2:

[tapshoes 2]

PJTP...apprehension and discomfort...:wink2:

I told them if that was what they needed to make their decision to go ahead, but that I was apprehensive about the effect on my work environment if I am not the successful candidate.

Your employer is probably going to 'sing your praises' if asked. She has previously and repeatedly shown she doesn't want you there, so she will view this as an opportunity for her to let you go without having to face union grievances etc. It is a win-win. At least, that's how I would view it. So, keep happy thoughts, and we will keep doing our chanting/praying/dancing...

[*slim* 2]

Your employer is probably going to 'sing your praises' if asked. She has previously and repeatedly shown she doesn't want you there, so she will view this as an opportunity for her to let you go without having to face union grievances etc. It is a win-win. At least, that's how I would view it. So, keep happy thoughts, and we will keep doing our chanting/praying/dancing...

I like the way you think.:wink2:

[BethFromVA 5]

I like the way you think.:wink2:

I do too. Very eloquent and uplifting.

[Gone4Now 4]

Or even after high school! I found the house I'm living in now by doing pretty much the same thing...used to walk around the block for exercise when I worked in Norwich, saw the house, got nosy, went up the driveway and into the open back door. Yep, squatters were living there, but they were gone when I made my visit (good thing, too).

Saw the high ceilings, wood floors, and even through the grime and trash, it was still a potentially beautiful house. About 3100 sq feet, big columns out front, tall windows, etc. Tracked down the owner, bought it from him for a song (he was in foreclosure). Paid some back taxes, put about 50K into it, and for a total investment of around 65K, had a house that was appraised at over $275k several years ago.

Of course, lots has changed since then, so I know the value has dropped some, but it's still MY house and I love it dearly...and it all started with trespassing!

:w00t: Yes! That's how I feel... to the letter!

Glouc-you sound like you had an exciting weekend. So nice to see you back on LBT for us non-facebookers.

eh...they blocked it at work, so my FB time as dwindled significantly!

Although, I can't blame them...it is their dime. :blushing:

PJTP...apprehension and discomfort...:w00t:

Ouch! Good luck with that! I have been there, and hated it! I hope it all works out.

[Fanny Adams 7]

PJTP: I love love love being home again...

[DivaStyleCoach 89]

PJTP...just finished my online Finance class, and here I am back on LBT! :w00t:

I understand why you are anxious. I wouldn't think they would ask to speak to your current employer (knowingly putting you in unpleasant position) if they didn't know that you pretty much had the job.

Now that I'm out of the office and relaxing at home, I can definately see that, too. Thanks Slim!

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Yeah, that was my thought. BUT, if they really want you gone, what would be the benefit to her to do something so stupid?

Good point, Beth...I'm glad y'all are so calm and clear!:wub:

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How long have you worked under this supervisor?

Been in my current job 1 year - just days over 1 year

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That's my thought. Like I said, ANY potential new employer would know that to contact a supervisor pretty much tells them that you are looking. To do so if you are one of a number of potential new-hires is rather frivolous and could damage that employee's job! I think they are REALLY serious, Ebony.

I'm thinking that too...and I'm excited, but trying not to count the chickens before they hatch, so to speak...

Yes, and it's very understandable. It'll go well. :w00t:

Your employer is probably going to 'sing your praises' if asked. She has previously and repeatedly shown she doesn't want you there, so she will view this as an opportunity for her to let you go without having to face union grievances etc. It is a win-win. At least, that's how I would view it. So, keep happy thoughts, and we will keep doing our chanting/praying/dancing...

Since I felt they were probably going to contact her, I told her what was going on. I wanted to tell her face-to-face, but she was away from the office today on another project. I sent her an email saying that I was in final consideration for another position, expressing a little frustration at my challenges on the job, not blaming anyone - and letting her know I'd give proper notice. She responded (one line - she was on her Blackberry) by saying thanks for letting her know and she wished me nothing but the best. At least it's out there now...and I don't have to look over my shoulder.

PJTP: I love love love being home again...

Welcome home, Fanny! :blushing::biggrin:

[*slim* 2]

You are better than me. :sneaky:Once I knew for sure that I was out, I would probably walk out the first time something off was said. I did that in my previous job. I will admit to being young and stupid at the time(instead the old and stupid person that I am now:wink2:).

[plain 12]

I think the "cheer" is done at all Wal-Mart stores. As a previous "associate", we did the "cheer" every opening morning (pre 24/7 days here).:w00t:

Whew! It was so foreign and weird, I thought maybe it was just our backwoods store's strange ritual

Live music at Walmart - that's new to me! But the ritual cheer - that's part of the corporate culture.

Admittedly, I've never had access to corporate culture, unless you count my experience as chairman of the "Redneck Drankin' Club". But don't let that scare you away from Facebook, tap!

I also stole part of the metal door that had my grandparent's last name on it!

LOL So, yeah...this weekend, what did I do? I larsoned, I trespassed and I entered a home illegally.

Just like high school.

Ah! Good times. Good times.

Or even after high school! I found the house I'm living in now by doing pretty much the same thing...used to walk around the block for exercise when I worked in Norwich, saw the house, got nosy, went up the driveway and into the open back door. Yep, squatters were living there, but they were gone when I made my visit (good thing, too).

Saw the high ceilings, wood floors, and even through the grime and trash, it was still a potentially beautiful house. About 3100 sq feet, big columns out front, tall windows, etc. Tracked down the owner, bought it from him for a song (he was in foreclosure). Paid some back taxes, put about 50K into it, and for a total investment of around 65K, had a house that was appraised at over $275k several years ago.

Of course, lots has changed since then, so I know the value has dropped some, but it's still MY house and I love it dearly...and it all started with trespassing! :w00t:

Holy. Moley. I LOVE your house.

They just emailed me and asked if they could contact my current manager. What was I supposed to say? NO?:blushing:

I told them if that was what they needed to make their decision to go ahead, but that I was apprehensive about the effect on my work environment if I am not the successful candidate.

It could go one of two ways, D.....either your current manager wants you gone and will give you a decent recommendation, or she dislikes you so much personally that she'll trash you (although this is kinda cutting off her nose to spite her face....she might succeed in keeping you from a new job, but she'll have to spend more time with you). Are you aware of the reference policy where you work? Here at my hospital, they have a policy where the supervisor can only confirm that the employee was employed when they say they were, and if the employee is eligable for re-hire or not (but my work is very afraid of any litigation).