Careers & Employment - October 2006

I recently (2 months ago) got a new job and it should be a dream come true: 10 minutes from home, good hours (9-5:30 and I get an hour for lunch), I can wear whatever I want (jeans,etc) and I don't have to deal with the public, great money, it's not corporate and very laid back. Then why am I not happy? I am missing my old job-which was the total opposite plus I had the boss from hell. I dread going to work every day now. I keep thinking that it's because I am still learning and it's still new but I'm not sure. I just don't feel comfortable there and I think that part of it is the way our desks are set up: we are all in one section all next to each other and I like to have my privacy. It's like everyone can hear what everyone is saying on the phones-which is why it's like that-but it's makes me feel uncomfortable. I don't even like eating at my desk...like if I want an apple or something and I donno what my problem is! I should be happy, right?

2006-10-22 16:34:03 · 12 answers · asked by chocolatemartinigal 2

2006-10-22 16:24:22 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Some sites say send in $19.95 to get a list of companies. How can you bypass this?

2006-10-22 16:18:00 · 5 answers · asked by mrsawatkins 1

In US, what is the definition of Full-time and Part-time Job? Can you give the explanation using example?

2006-10-22 16:10:09 · 25 answers · asked by papermoon 1

I just a job at Pier1, and i was wondering what the dress code for employees is? My first day is on Tues, when i go in for an hour and find out what the dress code is then...but i wanted to be wearing the dress code when i go in then. Does anyone know? thanks for your help!

2006-10-22 16:09:49 · 1 answers · asked by soccerchick7 3

2006-10-22 16:04:41 · 3 answers · asked by ron 2

Interviewing with Wells Fargo and I'm a new college grad, how should I answer this?

2006-10-22 16:03:41 · 3 answers · asked by sqrly 3

When I was hired, I was told that 8 hrs/day was required (not including lunch) and that I would be paid per widget only (not by the hour nor for overtime, for that matter). But once employed, I find out that I'm REQUIRED to work OT on some weeks. Several weeks ago, they required 4 hours OT so I worked 1 hour extra (9 hour days) for 4 days M-Th, and on Friday we were sent home several hours early because machinery was down and we couldn't work. But I find out that those 4 hours of OT I put in didn't even fully count as OT -- they simply used them to count for time lost on that Friday when machines were down, so they are telling me that I need to work more to make up my "4 hr mandatory OT." Is this even legal? I mean, I'm only paid per widget to begin with and I don't even take a lunch break. Something just isn't right.

2006-10-22 16:03:11 · 4 answers · asked by mingshu05 2

I have cut it down as much as I dare but it is still 3 pages long. Advice please!

2006-10-22 15:56:53 · 19 answers · asked by Chris M 1

2006-10-22 15:49:32 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

jobs in minnesota

2006-10-22 15:47:31 · 8 answers · asked by jackattack 3

how can i get my umh back after being on my job that long ...soon i try self movitive tapes or find another job????help

2006-10-22 15:11:24 · 6 answers · asked by tlg374212002 1

I was layed off from work 3 weeks ago. Since that day I have put my resume in everywhere in this city. I have faxed at least 40 resumes out to people, not to mention the numerous ones I have submitted by email. I am also with temp agencies. I am skilled as a receptionist & am willing to do anything clerical. There doesn't seem to be any jobs in this area altho in the paper there seem to be plenty. I have applied to them all, even some that I know I wasn't qualified for. Am I doing something wrong ? My resume is clear & concise. I need to pay bills & it is affecting my marriage now because my husband has also been out of work the last 3 weeks. He can't find a job either. What in the world do I do about paying rent, electric, phone, & all the things you would need to survive ? I'm in the Lancaster, Pa. area. I am open to any suggestions. I don't know how else to go about getting a job with my skills other than what I have already done.

2006-10-22 15:07:28 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

(Points for best answer)

I have an Associates in IT, with no other certificates. So when I go on a job, all I have is my 2 years experience with IT. So how much minium can I get paid??

Or really anyone with just an Associates??

Is there some kind of chart I can use??
Give me some websites, and your opinions.

Thanka

2006-10-22 14:59:23 · 1 answers · asked by hhgdgdfg 2

Do many people try different jobs before they find the perfect one? Do you know any people who already knew exactly what they wanted to work as soon as they finished college?

2006-10-22 14:58:24 · 4 answers · asked by Bob 3

2006-10-22 14:57:26 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-22 14:54:05 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Can u earn good money if you are a economics and accouting major with a minor in finance. About how much could i earn with these degrees.

2006-10-22 14:53:23 · 8 answers · asked by Krazyk78 1

I took 3 months to finally secure a new job that I like. I'm just wondering if everyone else is in my shoes.

2006-10-22 14:42:36 · 6 answers · asked by citrusy 6

2006-10-22 14:23:43 · 2 answers · asked by Nicole A 1

I recently found out that there's an opening in my old office and I'm interested in applying. Should I try it out?

2006-10-22 14:22:44 · 5 answers · asked by ceces_3 2

Ok heres the thing... I work in a small city in a small health field. Ive heard that employers can only ask start date, end date, and would you rehire that individual. I left because of personal reasons. The former employer is prominate in the community esp. in the health field I work in. I know legally they can't slander you but they can behind closed door and you would never be able to prove it. I don't really know what to say in the interview why I left, except that I need more challenges, what if my answer doesn't match my former employers response???
One person said to call the HR managar and ask them what they are telling employers that may be calling?
Is that a wise thing to do ?????????
Nervous about possible nothing

2006-10-22 14:15:11 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

any tips are appreciated

2006-10-22 14:01:37 · 5 answers · asked by Cuba L 1

when the employer of the job you have applied to has already signified your selection? Is leaving your passport with the agency risky?

2006-10-22 13:40:23 · 4 answers · asked by Ai 3

hi i worked as a starter chef at a restaurant. my boss found i was looking for another job and instantly sacked me saying i had an attitude and told others he dident want to train me if i was going to leave... i was only there 2 months but dident get no warnings or notice , he just came up to me in the morning and told me i was sacked... so i ask you am i entitled to anything ???

2006-10-22 13:33:02 · 11 answers · asked by DArren 1

2006-10-22 13:25:51 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I don't know how expensive it is for a company in general to add an employee to their health plan; and I am trying to figure out a negotiation price for my salary, can you give me some help on this. How much "benefit costs" should i consider in relation to my salary?

2006-10-22 13:20:54 · 1 answers · asked by MM 5

i recently filled a sexual harassment complaint and the person just got a write up and was told not to do it anymore ... i was told to just get over it that we all wake up on the wrong side of the bed sometimes and that we all have to work togather that i need to just walk by and be nice. i feel that nothing was accomplished and i feel completely humiliated now and i feel totaly violated what do i do?

2006-10-22 13:12:32 · 12 answers · asked by libertysrose 1

Last year, I had FMLA for my father, unforunately he passed away in May. Then I called in several times because my children got sick, but no one told me anything becuase they(attendance unit) were coding my leave asFMLA, using my DEAD father's claim, and when they found out their mistake they placed me on corrective action. In other words they coded my absences FMLA even though I didn't have it, and then they went back and changed everything. Then they placed me on a final corrective action because they said I missed a day and I have proof I didn't. Then I treid to apply for FMLA but said I didn't qualify as I only had 1178 hrs. to call back in two weeks, but when I did, they would not take my application for FMLA as my hours were not updated so they didn't register that I didn't have 1250 hour for almost 1 month. During this time, I missed, but I had hrs to qualify for FMLA, and they counted days against me & denied right to apply for FMLA at least 6 times. What can I do ?

2006-10-22 13:07:47 · 3 answers · asked by Linda 2

I know that my one particular employer is in fact doing it...I am running low on options and ideas....

2006-10-22 12:52:26 · 5 answers · asked by Rianna - Re 1