Careers & Employment - July 2006

In my case the smart thing is to do nothing. The right thing is to speak up.

My employer has set up a new recognition program that is biased away from the blue collar workers, and even the salaried people whom work close to them (myself). We are forced to set in on these stupid ‘town meetings’ while awards are given to people that do a marginal job. The employee handbook does not state that the meetings are manditory.

I usually take vacation, on the days of the meetings, because I can hardly control the urge to say something rude out loud. I really want to say to management that the system is creating a ‘hostile work environment’. Company policy says they have to make good my complaint. At best they will excuse me from the meetings and ask me not to encourage others to do the same. At worst they will escort me out the door.

I have voiced my opinion to many of my co-workers, and most feel the same, but are afraid to come forward. I am also afraid that one day I will be called up the receive one of the awards. I would be devastated with embarrassment because the award has been completely invalidated.

2006-07-28 05:06:54 · 18 answers · asked by Marvin 7

Especially if I failed Spanish in HS both semesters and didn't fair any better in college, but I can recognize a few words, know some basic phrases and can fake my way through a conversation?

2006-07-28 05:05:53 · 6 answers · asked by caters_4you 1

his boss is a general builder in s.l.c.,utah he will only pay him cash under the table. he shorts his hours , my husband puts in 14 hour days he deserves to get payed every dollar legally ,i needed to know where i could call to make a complaint about his boss . he is getting rich at the expense of my husbands hard work (brick mason) and he just wont let my husband get ahead

2006-07-28 05:01:08 · 6 answers · asked by leasylm 1

I always saw this which says "fresh grad/entry level applicant are encourage to apply" u!

2006-07-28 05:01:01 · 10 answers · asked by jd s 1

hello, I am applying for a position within a large insurance company. I have located the emerging zone, market competitive and premium zones. The difference in amounts is about $20,000.00 from lowest to highest. Where do i start?

2006-07-28 04:53:16 · 4 answers · asked by passionite21 1

2006-07-28 04:50:20 · 7 answers · asked by pullupacouch 2

I need to find a job. Easy huh?

I have a few years experience working with children of all ages and abilities in an educational setting and a similar number of years working in the retail environment. I have worked as a Learning Support Assistant, Learning Mentor (working with behavioural problems and main stream GCSE students) in the Educational sector and within RetaiI I have worked at different levels including Assistant Manager. I'm an easy-going, hard working, intelligent young man, but have always gone for work that is rewarding and enjoyable. Unfortunatley this means low pay (don't know why, it's hard work!), so now I'm looking for work that pays enough for me to pay my debts off quicker and have a life for a change. I have looked on all the job sites I can find and even junior/trainee positions are looking for a minimum of 12 months experience, which confuses me. I am now stuck, I have come to the end of my contract and am struggling to find a new job. What can I do?

2006-07-28 04:41:43 · 8 answers · asked by Taity 2

what degrees / certifications do i need to climb up the IT ladder to be a CIO someday? i currently work as a network & systems administrator

2006-07-28 04:33:09 · 3 answers · asked by Namit 2

2006-07-28 04:28:53 · 7 answers · asked by krystal j 2

2006-07-28 04:26:29 · 22 answers · asked by gottaspider 2

2006-07-28 04:24:54 · 2 answers · asked by Engineer Adam 2

People want me to train them before I go out on maternity leave in November. But I am trying to catch up on all my work, while answering a 7 line phone. They keep coming over to my desk, asking me questions. And I don't have time today. How can I be polite about it? And have them stop bothering me.

2006-07-28 04:20:05 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I put a background on my desktop at work of the Dresden Dolls. It was a close-up of the two band members and a blade in front of the camera. Today, I was told that it was inappropriate and I had to change it. (Here's the pic if you need visual reference: http://www.goddeau.com/fotos/dresdendolls.jpg)

By the way, I work for N. Geographic's legal division as an intern.

I thought it was so lame.

"Censorship is to art as lynching is to justice."

2006-07-28 04:12:50 · 4 answers · asked by Stoney 2

I have a job interview today and i always get stuck on the questions, "what are my strenghts and weakness". Best answer=10 points

2006-07-28 04:10:50 · 11 answers · asked by bicheeeened30 6

this is the link
http://www.homedatatypers.com/?hop=coverclic9

2006-07-28 03:54:40 · 4 answers · asked by chris r 3

Has anyone out there had BAD problems with an ex-employer trashing them when asked for a reference? Help!!!?
Been trying to get a good job for 2 years. I think my prior boss is saying a bunch of crap about me but I can't prove it. Ugh.
I am in FL, and it is illegal to record phone conversations. Inadmissable in Court. I can't stand this ******. I have had temp jobs for past two years. Major stress on my marriage.

2006-07-28 03:53:56 · 16 answers · asked by gorjess_b2 1

2006-07-28 03:53:39 · 17 answers · asked by favteacher 2

just passed over for a promotion. the person who got it has much less experience in the field than me.

2006-07-28 03:44:25 · 6 answers · asked by c.u.r.i.o.u.s 1

I want to be a firefighter! I am terrified of heights, that's the only thing stopping me!
how can I over come this fear! any advice!

2006-07-28 03:40:07 · 8 answers · asked by woohooo 4

what is a good way to accquire good verbal communication skills when i don't have them

2006-07-28 02:53:17 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

what is the job like for a typical accountant. include info about the work done, job environment, typical hours, dress code, skills needed

2006-07-28 02:50:52 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I seem to be filling out millions of questions on do I want to sign up for a free trial of something.. It is annoying.. Thanks.

2006-07-28 02:46:21 · 6 answers · asked by Oceanbreeze 2

I am currently looking for a job, but I don't know the titles of those at the movies. Also, where you are "how much they make approx."
As for the retail stores, what are their titles also and their duties.

2006-07-28 02:38:12 · 3 answers · asked by Toya 2

I've always wanted to know this, how much money do they make? It must be a lot since they're always smiley no matter how bad the weather is...

2006-07-28 02:37:07 · 3 answers · asked by daniel_vascon 1

I didn't join the company to handle claims...I am a an auto claims rep.. I wanted to get into underwriting. However, I have not been able to ascertain a position in that area. I am seriously too smart for the job (graduated from college with a 3.81) IQ of over 130. I can't really fake like I care anymore. I have no desire to be here.
It is emotionally draining. I had busted my butt AND performed at a high level for a long time, but now I think it's pointless to do so. My motivation is gone..I do the same thing over and over again. I am not challenged. I am gifted with ADHD..repititon kills me I just want to quit and take some time off and find something I like.. I can move back in with one of my parents temporarily. I know that is lame, but I am one step from the booby hatch.

Possibly if I talk to my boss I may be able to get into another department..Anyone have any experiences?

2006-07-28 02:37:02 · 9 answers · asked by James W 1

2006-07-28 02:34:03 · 3 answers · asked by mikeyhasler 1

2006-07-28 01:55:51 · 14 answers · asked by danitat06 1

I am a ship engineer & I want to know about Amarican shipping companies for applying ajob on board ship .

2006-07-28 01:53:38 · 1 answers · asked by Salim Gohar 3

that they run the whole of the corporation single handedly. Is anyone else in a similar situation! How do you deal with it? It does my head in!!

2006-07-28 01:46:56 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-28 01:40:16 · 5 answers · asked by feel_the_fire 2