Do you enjoy your job?

[Mark]

I guess the question of what to do has weighed heavy on my mind this past week because business has been deadly slow. It's given me too much time to remember that this is no longer where I want to be. Believe me, I've heard every bit of corporate bullshit going now, and it's depressing having to play that game ... because it is a game, and all those faceless suits know it. I have meetings lined up that might result in more work (that's not the issue - although a bit more cashflow would be nice ); it's more that my work relies so much on my travelling into London: a city I can't stand and one I'd happily never visit again given the choice. I'm just not a city type, and I suppose I'm looking to get back to provincial life, away from the noise, smog, heat, traffic, etc, etc, etc.

I'm sure I'll figure out something soon. I did it once. I can do it again.

[Holden]

I'll preface my remarks with the thought that all jobs have their pros and cons. It's when the pros outweigh the cons that you are in a job you like. This is the situation I'm in, enjoying my work while realising that the occasional downsiders that crop up are all part of life and should be viewed as such. It may not seem like it at the time but reflection after the event is usually gives you a more balanced opinion of your work.

[George]

I'll preface my remarks with the thought that all jobs have their pros and cons. It's when the pros outweigh the cons that you are in a job you like. This is the situation I'm in, enjoying my work while realising that the occasional downsiders that crop up are all part of life and should be viewed as such. It may not seem like it at the time but reflection after the event is usually gives you a more balanced opinion of your work.

Wise words. 

[George]

I'm sure I'll figure out something soon. I did it once. I can do it again.

Indeed, Mark.

Just let it happen.  0:)

[SonicMan46]

I'm retired now but yeah, I loved my job surprisingly...well, except the part where they were shooting at me and trying to blow me up with grenades. That kinda sucked.

Sarge - LOL  - I'm sure your experience was quite personal and difficult for most of us (not in the military) to even relate to!  Actually, I was in the Army Medical Corps for 2 years - a post-residency obligation (radiologist at Ft. Bragg in Fayetteville - quite a busy experience - there were 4 of us, entered at the rank of Major - all of that pre-Army education seemd to be an elevation -  ) - still have a pleasant remembrance, but never 'faced' grenades!    Dave

[Josquin des Prez]

I'm allowed to listen to music at work, so, yeah... 

[greg]

I like the suggestion "Go to the Mall and act like a Robot" 

yeah, that was probably my favorite one! 

i've had a similar idea about goofing off in the mall... if you can get a whole bunch of friends together, you could play hide and go seek in the mall! But you might have to limit running/walking speed so no innocent bystanders get hurt and the police don't start chasing you

[Sergeant Rock]

Actually, I was in the Army Medical Corps for 2 years - a post-residency obligation (radiologist at Ft. Bragg in Fayetteville - quite a busy experience - there were 4 of us, entered at the rank of Major - all of that pre-Army education seemd to be an elevation -  ) - still have a pleasant remembrance, but never 'faced' grenades!    Dave

I didn't know that, Dave! Excellent. A brother in arms.   

I'm sure your experience was quite personal and difficult for most of us (not in the military) to even relate to!

The world has changed. Forty years ago I knew many people who had military experience...a significant percentage of American males had served, not only our fathers, grandfathers but our high school friends and acquaintances. Today I feel very much alone. That's nothing new though. I was kind of an outsider in the Army too. You know those stereotypical platoons in Hollywood films? There's always one guy off by himself in the corner, reading a book. He's usually called the Professor. That was me

Sarge

[Redbeard]

I wish I had a job, I cant even get hired at Macdonald's!

Ouch!  I know the feeling.  The summer before I graduated college I had a stretch where I couldn't get hired anywhere.  I was turned down for a dishwashing job I applied for because I "lacked previous dishwashing experience".  Then, I saw that Mcdonald's was hiring so I thought I would try there.  When I asked for an application I was told "previous Mcdonalds experience only need apply".  I wasn't turned down by Mcdonalds, I was told I wasn't qualified to apply for a job there!  That one really hurt.  I kept looking everywhere, and fortunately my luck turned about a month later, and I ended up with three jobs.  I worked in a warehouse on Saturdays resizing it's shelving system (only job I've ever had where they issued gloves, goggles, a safety strap, and a lead sledge hammer), and got another job selling women's shoes at Sears.  For a few weeks I worked at Wendy's too but since I was only getting around 4 hrs a week there and I had two other jobs I decided it wasn't worth the aggravation. 

[MishaK]

I was turned down for a dishwashing job I applied for because I "lacked previous dishwashing experience". 

You must be joking! That anyone would say that with a straight face to a job applicant is astounding.

[Josquin des Prez]

Wrong thread.

[head-case]

I was turned down for a dishwashing job I applied for because I "lacked previous dishwashing experience". 

Let me guess, in the interview you confessed that you use only paper plates at home to avoid washing dishes at all costs.   

got another job selling women's shoes at Sears. 

Sounds like a great way to meet women with attractive feet.   

[Steve]

Judging by the responses on this thread, I think I'll just stay in school forever. 

[head-case]

Judging by the responses on this thread, I think I'll just stay in school forever. 

Better move to Germany.

[George]

Judging by the responses on this thread, I think I'll just stay in school forever. 

Post of the day! 

[SonicMan46]

Judging by the responses on this thread, I think I'll just stay in school forever. 

Steve - LOL!    I was a pre-med undergrad @ the U. of Michigan, '64-'67 - wonderful time w/ so many different learning experiences (some of my favorite courses were 'art history' & 'anthropology' - could have taken dozens more if not needing to fulfill science requirements); then Medical School, '67-'71 (married in '70, also a FUN time!); then, medical internship & radiology residency, '71-75 - I really did love all of this educational experience, so understand your response totally!

Tonight, I just returned from our annual June 'Residency Banquet' to honor our outgoing radiology residents (some heading to sub-specialty fellowships & others into 'private practice'); come July, I will have been an 'Academic Radiologist' for 30 years at the same institution (Wake Forest Medical School) - I've helped train hundreds of 'young' radiologists - I've enjoyed (and still do) this experience - has been a great job interacting w/ all of these young physicians - have no regrets as I approach retirement - 

[Bogey]

....... That's nothing new though. I was kind of an outsider in the Army too. You know those stereotypical platoons in Hollywood films? There's always one guy off by himself in the corner, reading a book. He's usually called the Professor. That was me

Sarge

Yeah, but you know as well as I do Sarge that in the movies, especially Hollywood, that is the LAST dude you want to be messing with....all quiet and introverted, then when the chips are down, "WHAM!", he just took out half the enemies platoon with a pair of nail clippers..............or he is the guy that knows how "blow" an enemies "Naverone" type dam with nothing more than a couple of blackjack firecrackers and a piece of string! 

[Iago]

I graduated from Columbia University as a Pharmacist. I took licensing exams in four states, NY, NJ, CA and Fl. Having passed those, that enabled me (through reciprocity arrangements) to actually hold a Pharmacists license in every one of the states in the continental USA. You would think I had plenty of opportunity as a result. I did. I initially was employed in a Pharmacy on Long Island making $12,000 per year. Which in 1958 was a hell of alot of money. Especially for a single guy with no responsibilities. But I felt restricted behind that counter, and didn't have time to indulge myself in my hobbies of baseball and music. So I jettisoned that job, went back to school, got an MS in Education, and found a job in a suburban Long Island school district. On paper, I was totally UNQUALIFIED to be a teacher. But as it turned out, I was very good at it. And even if I had NOT been good at it, I was under NO illusions and suffered from NO delusions. The parents wanted the kids to pass. I passed em'. Made for a serene, stress free, life as a teacher. I taught HS Chemistry. I was in the same district, the same school and the same classroom for nearly 36 years. Didn't make anything even remotely resembling a "lesson plan" after the first year.  I walked into the classroom with whatever I was about to present, IN MY HEAD. Salary at retirement in 1995- $82,000 annually.
The greatest move I ever made, No nights, no weekends, ALL summer off, liberal sick leave allowance, and the ability to declare myself a holiday (WITH PAY) whenever I felt like doing so. Now I have a great pension, live in a great climate, have all the doodads I want, and revel in the thought that I didn't have to do a hard days work even once in my life.

[Harry]

I graduated from Columbia University as a Pharmacist. I took licensing exams in four states, NY, NJ, CA and Fl. Having passed those, that enabled me (through reciprocity arrangements) to actually hold a Pharmacists license in every one of the states in the continental USA. You would think I had plenty of opportunity as a result. I did. I initially was employed in a Pharmacy on Long Island making $12,000 per year. Which in 1958 was a hell of alot of money. Especially for a single guy with no responsibilities. But I felt restricted behind that counter, and didn't have time to indulge myself in my hobbies of baseball and music. So I jettisoned that job, went back to school, got an MS in Education, and found a job in a suburban Long Island school district. On paper, I was totally UNQUALIFIED to be a teacher. But as it turned out, I was very good at it. And even if I had NOT been good at it, I was under NO illusions and suffered from NO delusions. The parents wanted the kids to pass. I passed em'. Made for a serene, stress free, life as a teacher. I taught HS Chemistry. I was in the same district, the same school and the same classroom for nearly 36 years. Didn't make anything even remotely resembling a "lesson plan" after the first year.  I walked into the classroom with whatever I was about to present, IN MY HEAD. Salary at retirement in 1995- $82,000 annually.
The greatest move I ever made, No nights, no weekends, ALL summer off, liberal sick leave allowance, and the ability to declare myself a holiday (WITH PAY) whenever I felt like doing so. Now I have a great pension, live in a great climate, have all the doodads I want, and revel in the thought that I didn't have to do a hard days work even once in my life.

That was a interesting read my friend, a good lifeyou had, and still have.
I am glad you are enjoying your Denon player.

[Florestan]

I graduated from Columbia University as a Pharmacist. I took licensing exams in four states, NY, NJ, CA and Fl. Having passed those, that enabled me (through reciprocity arrangements) to actually hold a Pharmacists license in every one of the states in the continental USA. You would think I had plenty of opportunity as a result. I did. I initially was employed in a Pharmacy on Long Island making $12,000 per year. Which in 1958 was a hell of alot of money. Especially for a single guy with no responsibilities. But I felt restricted behind that counter, and didn't have time to indulge myself in my hobbies of baseball and music. So I jettisoned that job, went back to school, got an MS in Education, and found a job in a suburban Long Island school district. On paper, I was totally UNQUALIFIED to be a teacher. But as it turned out, I was very good at it. And even if I had NOT been good at it, I was under NO illusions and suffered from NO delusions. The parents wanted the kids to pass. I passed em'. Made for a serene, stress free, life as a teacher. I taught HS Chemistry. I was in the same district, the same school and the same classroom for nearly 36 years. Didn't make anything even remotely resembling a "lesson plan" after the first year.  I walked into the classroom with whatever I was about to present, IN MY HEAD. Salary at retirement in 1995- $82,000 annually.
The greatest move I ever made, No nights, no weekends, ALL summer off, liberal sick leave allowance, and the ability to declare myself a holiday (WITH PAY) whenever I felt like doing so. Now I have a great pension, live in a great climate, have all the doodads I want, and revel in the thought that I didn't have to do a hard days work even once in my life.

Wow, that's great! But there is something I don't get: if you had such a carefree and beautiful life, why are you such a frowning and grumbling guy?