The new job didn't work out...
Don't think I'll be getting much sleep tonight. As I was walking into my SECOND job tonight, my cellphone rang. It was Louanne, the woman at the temp agency. She told me that the woman I interviewed with said she didn't think I was going to work out, based on a comment I made. She told her I said I was a little overwhelmed. What I said was, it was alot to learn and I could see where someone could get overwhelmed. She told Louanne that it was a slow period for them because the rent checks don't start coming in till the 1st of the month. Louanne said she was NOT pleased at all, and when she questioned Sandra (the woman I interviewed with) about my performance, she was very vague. I assured her I was MORE than capable of performing the job and it was only the third day for God's sake. She said she was going to try and talk to her tomorrow to see if she can change her mind. So, as of right now, I am AGAIN partially unemployed. I am in shock. But I'm also angry. How unfair. But by the same token, if she is so certain that I'm going to fail, I don't want to work for someone like that.
I did everything I could not to cry at customer service tonight. The minute I got in my car at quitting time, the old floodgates broken open. My eyes are so puffy right now, I feel like I'm looking out from 2 slits.
I called a dental practice that called me for an interview right after I got this stinking job and left a message to have them call me. We'll see what happens.
Finding just the right job
Donna, I am sorry you're having such trouble. I think you need to re-think your employment selection method. I don't have any advice other than to try to have you figure out what you like, what you are good at, what you excel at and then fit the answers in a more direct route to the correct job.
I love people who love to WORK. I have hired and fired a fair share of people. Some of the folks hired were SOOOOO nice but not suited for the job and/or the personalities of the persons/other employees. They were let go. It is all part of business. I think prospective employees need to think about the type of business they are apply to work for and think hard about the possiblity of staying......are they suited for it.
I work for a law firm and have worked for different firms over the years. I know attorneys inside and out...have dated them, married one, divorced one, have attorney friends right now, but I know, deep down that not everyone likes the personalities and moods (yes they have many, that's the problem?) of lawyers/attorneys and they certainly, without exposure in the work environment, don't know the pressures the attorneys are under all the time. Some folks would fail miserably at working for a law firm. I have it down to a science now, after years and still struggle from time to time. Or should I say tangle, from time to time. I would fail working for a non-profit, animal shelter. I would get the boot in an hour. My mouth would get me in trouble. I would have every animal in my car by day's end. I would have offended every employee and customer. I would also fail at a Dr.'s office.....and many other occupations/businesses.
So, think hard and fast about your personality / your needs / your experience/ your level of interest in the work / etc. etc. I am sure you have, but there must be something you are not seeing........to have so many turn overs in employment.
I truly hope you seek a couselor - maybe the local unemployment office offers an aptitude test or something similar to determine what field of work you are best suited for.
One question: What job were you doing when you lasted the longest, enjoyed it the most and made the most money. Was there any one job? Maybe two jobs?
Hey, Donna, you don't have to answer any of these questions - really. If you want to PM me, fine.
Please don't be insulted by my comments. I am just trying to help. I want to see you land that perfect job and be happy. Really. I think you have all the right components, just performing in front of the wrong audiences.
L,
SAS
