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< 16ga. General Discussion ~ Meeting with the boss...resolution |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 1:42 am
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For those of you who offered advice and encouragement during my recent upheaval at work, here's the skinny:
THE UPDATE:
-- The company did right by a very underpaid employee in my department.
-- I get another week paid vacation, effective immediately.
-- A department that wasn't getting its work done is getting more help next year, which will mean less strain on my crew.
-- I and a manager who has been non-communicative to the point of near-hostility will have a sit-down with our direct supervisor, a very sensible and decent man.
-- I got a letter of reprimand for being non-managerial in the middle of the office, but if I behave for a year ... it's pulled.
WHAT I'VE LEARNED:
-- Be darn grateful I do something I love for a living, especially when it's near family.
-- Be grateful for the people in my life.
-- Start adding more people and experiences to my life, not more stuff.
-- Rely less on my own confidence, brainpower and "toughness" -- let more light and joy into my heart, and let it show in my behavior.
-- Close my yap when I'm mad; go for a walk and say a prayer.
-- Asking someone to lend an ear -- and then really listening to his or her response -- is very, very good. It beats the heck out of stuffing everything inside and then going "all in" in a moment of emotional overload.
-- Humility...I need more of it.
Will I ever be done with these classes in basic adulthood? I doubt it, but I'll keep showing up for class.
THANK YOU, guys, for everything from turning me on to 16s to your kind words. |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 7:52 am
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Location: Massachusetts
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Good to see a positive out come for you - keep working at and keep the focus. |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 3:00 pm
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19dec07
I've been watching this thread with great interest. It doesn't sound like a happy ending but rather a happy new start. Congratulations on your new opportunity. --Doug |
_________________ Doug.
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 3:08 pm
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Joined: 12 Jun 2006
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Location: Ohio
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A happy crew is a productive crew
a mad crew is just a mad crew
hope things are going in the right direction now |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 3:21 pm
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Joined: 26 Feb 2007
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Location: Washington State
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It's good to hear things turned around for you. We all can get caught up in ourselves from time to time. A little service goes a long way to help change that...a lot of service goes farther yet.
It's all something you can change... |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 3:31 pm
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Location: S E Virginia CSA
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MGF
I have been following your thread but I stayed away from the comments. it reminded me of a similar work situation a couple of years ago.
I am glad things worked out for you. I hope the other meeting goes well also.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
SP |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 7:12 pm
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"God bless us everyone."
Tim Cratchit
December, 1843 |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 7:46 pm
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Good for you, MGF - sounds like a successful meeting. Also, sounds like your perspective on life is also improved. A bad situation at work can sure make one's life miserable. |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 8:16 pm
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MGF, I'm glad to hear things are working out. We've all been through these types of things in one way or another. Some honest, heartfelt communication usually is that tough first step. What a wonderful holiday gift you've received by lightening this load you've been bearing! Anyone with a shred of empathy can relate. Your victory is our victory. |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 9:21 pm
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Joined: 09 Dec 2007
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Location: Middletown, Ohio
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Dave Erickson wrote: |
MGF, I'm glad to hear things are working out. We've all been through these types of things in one way or another. Some honest, heartfelt communication usually is that tough first step. What a wonderful holiday gift you've received by lightening this load you've been bearing! Anyone with a shred of empathy can relate. Your victory is our victory.
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Amen to that! MGF I too watched and prayed things would turn out well for you, and I'm sure happy to see they did. Merry Christmas and happy new year buddy. |
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Wed Dec 19, 2007 9:32 pm
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Its great everything worked out and you can stay in a job you love. Have a great holiday season. |
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Thu Dec 20, 2007 1:31 am
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Thank you all so much. The last two shifts at work have been great. The same crappy stuff happens, but now I try to deal with it as efficiently as possibly and keep my young crew focused on what we can do for the product and the readers. We can't solve everything from our desks on second shift, but we can (and we do) improve the product and add value.
Re keeping the focus: You bet. I won't bore you with the details, but I'm going to spend more time on my spiritual and emotional maintenance. And, yes, Roper ... "and for that I am responsible." So if it starts with making the coffee, saying hello, putting away the chairs and swinging a mop, then that's there where it starts. How lucky a man am I? Very.
Again, my heartfelt thanks. The 16 is a special gauge, and its gunners are good men. God bless. |
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Fri Dec 21, 2007 4:11 am
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Classes in basic adulthood never end, I'm afraid. Sounds like you have a clear and objective view of the situation, and that always starts with a good look inside, first of all.
A week off at the holidays and in bird season, whether a gift or a reprimand, is never a bad thing. When you get that last Christmas present bought and wrapped, be sure to stomp some weeds and get some mud on your boots. You'll be better for it. |
_________________ "Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read."
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Fri Dec 21, 2007 4:54 am
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trust me wrote: |
Classes in basic adulthood never end, I'm afraid. Sounds like you have a clear and objective view of the situation, and that always starts with a good look inside, first of all.
A week off at the holidays and in bird season, whether a gift or a reprimand, is never a bad thing. When you get that last Christmas present bought and wrapped, be sure to stomp some weeds and get some mud on your boots. You'll be better for it.
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Thanks ... and most absolutely. Stomped some snow and shot a few birds yesterday, but now it's another eight days before we head out again. The extra week is fully paid ... can use the 5 days whatever I want. There were plusses and minuses, but maybe the best part was just to remind me to take care of myself and keep my pie hole closed more often. |
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