I hope my plans happen....

[sasvermont]

This will be brief...no pun intended (I work for a law firm...)

The partners have been falling all over themselves, being sweet to me. That is how it should have been these past 10 years.

I am not going to play any games with them. They know me by now. And, unforturnately I know them oh too well, too. I am prepared for them to let me go when they find it convenient.

They just gave me a nice Christmas bonus (and nice ones to the staff persons too)....that won't do it for me. I earned the money, the hard way.

The marriage (employment) is over, and boy do I know it. I cannot wipe the smile off my face.

I am being taken to lunch tomorrow by the managing partner, to my favorite restaurant. What, do they think I am stupid? And can be bought? Do they think I was born yesterday? Gosh, time cannot pass soon enough. They end of February, and I am outta here, big time.

I expect the new few weeks to be busy, and one big "let's make Sallyanne stay" fest. Too late!

Thanks for you love and support. I need it.

[Freedom]

Sounds like just giving notice has lessened your burdens! Oh, that is great. I was worried how you could hang in through the few months till you leave. But if things get better for that time, it means you will feel better as you cope with all the OTHER things you are addressing! Keeping you (and your mom) in my prayers!

[sasvermont]

I am going to practice saying "do you want fries with that?"

[gini]

Ha Ha!!!! See, I told you you would be able to have some fun....................

Yes, I want fries with my order!!

[slick]

The partners have been falling all over themselves, being sweet to me.

Milk it for all it's worth girl!!!! Let them take you to lunch (and order fries...). Let them buy you presents. Let them fall all over you. They will never know what hit them until you're gone.

Might I also suggest that the week after you leave, you book yourself into a day spa treatment as well as weekly massages.....you deserve it!!!

[Rachel]

I am being taken to lunch tomorrow by the managing partner, to my favorite restaurant. What, do they think I am stupid? And can be bought? Do they think I was born yesterday? Gosh, time cannot pass soon enough. They end of February, and I am outta here, big time.

I expect the new few weeks to be busy, and one big "let's make Sallyanne stay" fest. Too late!

It may also be a *fact finding* mission. You given them all the information they need to know, so beware of providing anything additional. Remember what you say can be used against you, or at least cut into your leverage, which you apparently have at this point in time.

Personally I think that you will have a plethera of job opportunities, Don't sell yourself short. They've done that for you long enough. You know your worth and it will hold you in good stead.

If they really want you to stay, they will make it worth your while and give you an iron clad contract (including a *no more crap* clause and a golden parachut). I'm not saying you should let them talk you into anything, but do listen. Keep all options open.

[lizbud]

It may also be a *fact finding* mission. You given them all the information they need to know, so beware of providing anything additional. Remember what you say can be used against you, or at least cut into your leverage, which you apparently have at this point in time.

Personally I think that you will have a plethera of job opportunities, Don't sell yourself short. They've done that for you long enough. You know your worth and it will hold you in good stead.

I agree with this too. By taking charge of your life instead of languishing
in a godawful job, you do have the upper hand so to speak. I don't think
you need tell them anything about your future plans. Let them stew about it.

[sasvermont]

The youngest of the six partners decided he would attempt a conversation with me at six o'clock tonight, about what I thought should be done to replace me. I suggested that they would have to hire three people. He giggled and then suggested that they may "split up certain aspects of my job and ask the staff to help out".....or maybe even hire from within.... My response was, "that is a mangement decision, and I will support whatever you guys decide, because remember, I am out of here." They are going to do what they have to do, and it will be their choice. I could give a hoot. It would be easier on me if they did split it up or hire from within. I wouldn't have to introduce some poor stranger to all these odd souls they call lawyers/partners. What a group. They deserve each other......I really really don't care anymore.

I have lots of work to do between now and the end of February. I am prepared to have them let me go - when it is convenient for them. They are such fools and such bad managers. I don't know how I could have lasted this long.

I think I will spare you guys the drama for a few days, as I think it has peaked and I need to get busy finding myself some means of income. The "fries with that" expression is beginning to haunt me! I don't even like fries!

Boy am I happier now that I have given "notice"....just a little scared.

[Pam]

I think I will spare you guys the drama for a few days, as I think it has peaked and I need to get busy finding myself some means of income. The "fries with that" expression is beginning to haunt me! I don't even like fries!

Boy am I happier now that I have given "notice"....just a little scared.

I think you might just now be realizing how much things had gotten out of control by the deep sense of relief that you are feeling that there is an end to it all and it is in sight. You are already viewing that place as an outsider looking in. The burden is already lifting. Try not to get too frazzled with the *what ifs* regarding them letting you go before your sign off date. You have time to luxuriate right now in the *high* attained from this decision. We all know that you will do just fine. There is something out there just perfect for you. (Maybe it might be back in the Philadelphia area! ) teehee! ....probably a bad joke! Anyway, check in when you feel that you want to vent. We care very much about you and understand how therapeutic the keyboard can be at times. More (((hugs)))!!

P.S. I wish I didn't like fries.

[Vio&Juni]

Sas, how did everything go?

I am in the same situation for a long time already and although I had planned and announced my departure for the middle of May, last week I had signed the letter to give it to them (we only need to give them 2 weeks notice), but finally did not do it. They made redundant a person last year, gave me his share of job, another person left two weeks later and they gave me the job too on top of what I had already. They didn't not give me more money until I had told them seriously that I am going to write a complaint and then they gave me 40 dollars more... I don't know why I didn't go - I guess I am stupid.

Two weeks ago, when I received my appraisal from my manager's manager with his comments, I was surprised to see that I was evaluated by my manager at just effective, not strong, while my colleagues that are only learning from me got strong, I was UPSET. I wanted to leave then and there - with their projects unfinished and their problems unsolved. It has been a rough two weeks for me - I didn't take this too well, plus I had been sick just before this story and did not recover well.

I have come to the decision to stay some more, just because I would get some benefits - I will still need the medical insurance and I could use some money now before the wedding. But, I will just be handing over the job, not more. No, no, no.

Anyway, I was promised by my manager's manager's manager a very nice letter of recommendation and given his very high position, I hope that will help me get a very nice job next time.