Majored in Computer Technology and I'm working a corporate IT job. Got the cubicle and all that jazz. I hate this. Not just the job.. but the whole lifestyle. Am I screwed?
2006-09-18 15:00:04 · 15 answers · asked by TheAllKnowingFizz 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Hey I feel you man and unfortunately it doesn't get better. I started working in Corp. America at 18 and 7 years later it's still the s.o.s. (same ol' ****) no matter where I go! Only the people within can make a change but we'll see if that actually happens. Check out this website I came across it has a funny song and comic strip that really captures the essence of how it really is:
http://www.cubeweek.com/
http://www.cubeweek.com/workspace.asp
2006-09-22 10:11:08 · answer #1 · answered by Real Deal Ekill 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Corporate Life Sucks
2016-11-07 09:36:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nah, you're not screwed but you might have to try a couple of different companies before you find the right fit. I was the staff freak at my last job and once they got used to me, it was really fun. I was actually working as am IT contractor for the Federal government and it doesn't get more stuck-up and cubicly than that! Settle yourself in, let them get to know you and gradually you can let your true self come out. When I was fully "established" there, I had voodoo dolls in my cubicle, a huge stack of CD's from bands no one had ever heard of, I wore my Doc Martens and creepers to work, and I always had some sort of fashion statement to make. Parked my motorcycle in the parking garage right next to all the SUV's! But I was also the strongest tech so I got to pretty much pick my own schedule, and I ended up being pretty popular. It was a really great job and I hated it at first but sometimes I really miss it there!
PS. cubicle-dwelling corporate folks do throw the best happy hours!
2006-09-18 17:01:30 · answer #3 · answered by dcgirl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never screwed. Just think bigger. You could move to a location where you can do what you do on a more flexible schedule. With a little research you could also look into offering your own services. I see tons of economy cars with vinyl magnetic signs on the doors advertising "mobile computer solutions". In the corporate world ya'll are a dime a dozen and treated as such. When you're working with the average Joe, you're the hero.
2006-09-18 15:44:09 · answer #4 · answered by Feyandjeff 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be glad you found a job in your field. Hold your nose and get a couple years experience under your belt, then look for another job. While you're in your current job, do your absolute best, and don't get the reputation of being a griper.
By a couple years from now, some of the people you work with now will have left for other jobs - keep in touch with them. If they know you as a hard worker and good at what you do, they might recommend you for a job at their new place of employment.
2006-09-18 15:44:38 · answer #5 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What sucks exactly? It's human nature to remain being dissatisfied about your present situation, whatever it may be. I'm guessing that while you were still studying, you couldn't wait to get a real job, and now that you have a real job, you reminsce back to the "good old days" of college. Or maybe you don't like your job now because it's easy and not challenging and long for a more challenging role with more responsibility. And then when you do get it, along with all the stress of holding a (more) important role, you long for the days when work was easier and not so demanding. Well anyway, what I'm trying to say is your life and work is what you make of it. If you already think it sucks, it will. Change your perspective and attitude about your job and career and I guarantee that it will get better.
2006-09-18 15:15:46 · answer #6 · answered by seaurchin 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
First of all, whatever you do give it your all. If you can't give 100% leave the job. But, before you you leave consider your income, rent, food clothing and etc. You can use your dislike for the job as the motivation for you to be the best at your job, long enough to amass enough money to do what you want to do.In the mean time you will be learning budgeting and
interpersonal relations, and do some networking for future use,while gaining job and credit references. At this point you may be ready to venture out on your own. And, if things don't work out you will have something to return to.
2006-09-18 15:49:42 · answer #7 · answered by peco_41 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my wife and I are involved with a working company part time from home . Just like any business you will get out of it what you put into it . There is the earning potential of what you are looking for and beyond but it take work to build up to that level if this sounds interesting to you email me . In the mean time you can check out the web site www.oxyfresh.com/bethgonzalez Maybe you just need to get a change of scenery
2006-09-21 07:42:20 · answer #8 · answered by louis g 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hang in there is does get better. Try doing some research for other Corp. Companies or maybe a smaller company would suit your needs better. Keep the faith. Good luck and Congratulations.
2006-09-18 15:09:50 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
maybe you will get used to it. It's an adjustment. If not you may be screwed. Maybe there are other jobs you can do with the degree you have I know an IT guy who does alot of fieldwork and travelling, look into that.
2006-09-18 15:05:04 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋