Hi there.
I just need some advice from people out there. My boyfriend of 4 years has opened his own plumbing business a year ago, and he now wants me to work for him doing his office work. I just started a new job this January, and I don’t know what to do. The job I have now is far from home to drive (+ - 40 kilometers); his offices are close to my home (+ - 5 kilometers). So I will save around R900-00 a month just on petrol. This job my salary is R7000-00 and he will give me R6000-00. I will have so much more freedom working with him. I also have been trying to do modeling, but with the hours I work, I can’t ever get to an audition. He said I can go whenever I need to go. We see each other everyday so I honestly don’t think we will argue or anything. He won’t be in the office in the day anyway. I just feel that I would put so much more effort into his business than I would anyone else’s. What are your views on this? We have a serious relationship and want to get married one day.
2007-01-21 18:25:35 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Why not? What is the bad side? You didn't name anything but good things here, what are you waiting for?
2007-01-21 19:30:54 · answer #1 · answered by LC 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Excellent answer by Jayden's Aunt. Show up with a copy of your resume, even if they should already have it. Only offer it if they ask for it or don't have it. A cover letter is optional, but honestly I've never had much use for them. Bring a list of job references in case they ask for them. At least two of them better be professional references, such as former supervisors, etc. Personal references don't count for as much. Have copies of anything else that might be relevant. Recommendation letters, certificates for special training (CPR, etc), college degrees, etc. Have it well organized in a folder or by other means. Only offer copies of this stuff if they ask. Your resume should summarize all of this anyway, so they will already know. Stay positive about everything. Don't trash talk former employers. Have reasons ready for why you left previous jobs or for any big gaps in your work history. Admin jobs are all about organization and juggling lots of tasks and people who want things all at once. Show that you can do that without getting overwhelmed and while remaining cool and professional. Remember to interview for the job they're offering. Saying that you want to work your way up to CEO or whatever does not help you look motivated, it just gives the interviewer the impression that you'll be bored with the job offered. If they wanted a new CEO, they'd advertise for one. If they ask what your biggest weakness is, don't say something cheesy like "I'm a workaholic". Choose a real weakness, and then say what you do to overcome it. Example: "I have a poor memory, so I write down important details in a notebook". Dress nice, smile, ooze confidence, and above all else, be professional. Good luck (((Toke)))!
2016-05-24 14:00:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a great idea. Partners! A life together with much in common.
2007-01-21 18:30:47 · answer #3 · answered by charlie at the lake 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you said want to. not must. everything can be happen.
but let we see in other way. not in your relathionship.
1. is it ok if you go in your job's time and didn't finish it?
2. cause you think that he gives you freedom to do your work, so when his work mess up, do you think he won't angry with you?
3. if something happen in your love's life, can both of you work together?
4. ETC......
2007-01-21 18:49:18 · answer #4 · answered by red boy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It seems to make sense to go and work with your boyfriend, I would make sure you have all your working conditions/hours written in a contract, then when it doesn't suit that you want to go and do a modelling job you can refer to it.
2007-01-21 18:31:26 · answer #5 · answered by Ann O 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go for the one which will give u more learning experience, somethingfor urself rather than for someone else or permanent enjoyment and freedom. ur young and there are still a lot of things out there to learn and discover...
2007-01-21 19:02:03 · answer #6 · answered by The Punisher 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any solid foundation must begin with 2 elements...
A brick and morter, a pipe and wrench, a board and saw, a nail and a hammer. What do YOU think you should do?
Is it worth building?
2007-01-21 18:30:49 · answer #7 · answered by lizrdluvnmom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you havwe to ask yourself what the security of this job will be? will his business suceed or flop? Is he business minded enough to keep the relationship and the job seperate? there are alot of questions to consider.
2007-01-21 18:31:28 · answer #8 · answered by bunkster71x2 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for it,the job your boyfriend is offering you sounds like it will accommodate your needs better.
2007-01-21 18:33:12 · answer #9 · answered by lily_shaine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try it for a bit ,then talk about it,it may work out just fine
2007-01-21 18:30:51 · answer #10 · answered by johny1punch 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋