like second class citizens? from the agency and the employer, its like they use you when they need you and then throw you away like trash when their done..... anyone had this experience?
2007-03-22 16:28:28 · 9 answers · asked by Missy 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
yes, but some are fun and others lead to full time employment so hang in there
2007-03-22 16:31:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Helloooo....that is why they are temporary jobs. The company can't treat you like an employee because they don't want the liability for you if you hurt yourself, commit a crime, etc. while at work. The temp agency pays you but they don't really "own" you, either, since you receive work direction from the company. It is the no-man's-land of the workplace.
Get enough temp experience and you'll qualify for a direct job with a company. When they bring in temps, remember to smile, introduce yourself, and offer to show them where the lunchroom is located.
2007-03-23 00:10:06 · answer #2 · answered by Mel 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know what you mean, I've been seasonal help for a company also. I was told if I would do good I would be hired on permanently. I started out in the warehouse, then I was moved to the sales floor. I thought by learning all these different areas in the store I would have some job security. I called in on new years day to find out in which area I would be working in and they said "Oh didn't you know, you don't work here anymore". What a great way to start out the new year.
2007-03-22 23:41:52 · answer #3 · answered by Big Rick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Temp jobs are not perfect by any means. However, if you're unemployed and not succeeding at finding a job, the temp services can be a lifesaver. Bills can get paid; food can be put on the table; and they can be stop gaps until you can find something permanent. When you're unemployed, any paycheck is better than no paycheck, isn't it?
2007-03-22 23:39:47 · answer #4 · answered by missingora 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my ex girlfriend was offered a full position at nordstroms. my best friend has been promoted a few times in american express. both started with temp agencies. it could be just the immediate need for a person or your lack of productivity. usually its the first.
2007-03-22 23:32:49 · answer #5 · answered by xyz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a temp. I've been here for the past year and a half and I don't have health benefits, normal leave and get paid rubbish. I like what I do but the worker compensation suck.
2007-03-22 23:35:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The couple of temp jobs I had were fantastic. Everyone's experiences are likely to be different.
2007-03-22 23:30:54 · answer #7 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
EVERYONE who has temped has THAT Experience.
Now I found that my temping experience has changed every since I began to see the place where I am placed by they are the temp, not me. & if I don't like it--I move on.
2007-03-22 23:47:53 · answer #8 · answered by belligerent assistant 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I once had to train my own replacement.
2007-03-22 23:31:37 · answer #9 · answered by ☺☻☺☻☺☻ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋