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When I find one, I'll let you know.
My current job is boring the out of me. Problem is, I've worked here for almost two years now, they've offered me a full time job, and I'm pretty comfortable and like the people I work with.
I find myself bored to death everyday I come in to work (hence the reason my post count has gone up during the day). I'm too lazy to go looking for another job...I hate going through the process of applying, going on interviews, writing up thank you letters, etc etc. It's a pain in the ass and starting August I won't have much time to concentrate on that because I am take some night classes.
Do you all like your job? And if so, how the heck did you guys ever find something you'd love to do every single day?
When I find one, I'll let you know.
I hate my job too-sooo boring
I have a great job that I absolutely love doing every single day.something you'd love to do every single day?
There is a 9 month initiation process....
and I do't get paid.
But seriously - I think finding a job that you really enjoy involves alot of self examination.
I used to think I could only get into a job that involved numbers or organization. I LOVED bookeeping.. adn at the begining of the month (slow days) I would spend a whole week re-organizing the entire office. All the paper back ups, the supply closet, even the workroom set up. ... yeah
After that we had moved to SA and I had a hard time finding a job.. I finally "settled" on one that I grew to love just as much. I ran a photo lab for walgreens.
So i figured my job needs are: semi-autonomous, project/creativity oriented.
Just think about the kind of tasks you really like to do.. can you handle repetative? or do you need a constant change of pace... work alone or with a partner or in teams....
then it;ll be easier to find something.
I'm happy to say that I LOVE MY JOB!
Working for the Spurs is awesome...
The thing is, it's hard to find the right company that's fit for you. Especially in business, I hate all the politics and crap that go into big business corps, but I don't like working on the scale of a small firm at the same time.
The thing is, it's hard to find the right company that's fit for you. Especially in business, I hate all the politics and crap that go into big business corps, but I don't like working on the scale of a small firm at the same time.
Don't you do what I do?
I ended up getting a job that revolves around sports, doing what I'm educated for and have a serious amount of experience doing....and making really good money. It's fun and I love working here. I was only half-assed looking for a job at the time, and it pretty much fell into my lap. I'm not sure that happens an awful lot, though.
Well, you do accounting right? I'm doing Corporate Finance (at a pharma company)...and while it's fun, it's not very exciting. I also have a marketing degree that has been of no use to me whatsoever.
Actually, I'd love to look for another job outside of the city, preferably in New York, but right now my mom is very sick and my current job is close by to her.
Oh I have compassion for this!
This is just my opinion so take it with that grain of salt.
It is wonderful to have a job that you absolutely love. However, sometimes those jobs are not immediately available to us.
For that reason, maybe you shouldn't under value the facts that at your current position: 1) they want you there, 2)you are comfortable, and 3) you like the people you work with.
Also, this may not be the best time to jump ship since you are in school and only have till August to find and settle into something new.
You don't have to and probably won't stay at this job forever.
If anything I would suggest keeping that job and applying for others on the side, when you have the time and inclination.
I don't know how pressed you are for money, so that is also a factor.
I can tell you from my present situation that a boring job is much less of a hassle to deal with than bills and no job at all.
You know that I always wish you the very best. You have good judgement... go with it.
Whatever you decide, I'm behind you.
Speaking of jobs you love... I have to give up my Spurs job. I have known for several months now but haven't wanted to admit it because I have been hoping for some financial/ schedule miracle.
So far none has come. I feel like I need to accept my current reality and plan as if I
can't go back to the Terrace Club.Right now it really looks like that is how it is going to have to be.
I know I have to be a grown up and deal with it. Still it is really disappointing.
Like I said Parks, I feel you on the job situation.
I keep hearing claims that the job market is improving but I know college graduates who have taken a year to find a job and then even not really using their degree. I would guess that someone who was drawn to a marketing degree is not really a sit in the office and do paperwork kind of person- hence your boredom. Is there any chance of you transfering into another department in your current company? Any chance of being a pharmaceutical rep- with your marketing degree?
Angel, I'm so sorry to hear that. I know how much you love that job, and the Terrace Club would not be the same without you. Did you wind up finding a job? Are you working at Laurel Ridge? Forgive me if you have already answered these questions, if you did, I missed it.
Actually, I have a degree in Finance and Marketing. My current job is in Finance, hence the reason I'm at the desk often. I don't like it simply because I don't think the work is as challenging or busy as I'd like it to be. I have way too much time during work to post in this forum
As for going the marketing route...I spoke to my boss recently about the situation and how I need something more challenging and he thinks that with my personality he can see me as an Account Exec at the company in a few years (that's the equivalent of a pharma rep here). Problem is, I'd have to start off the first few years in Customer Service, then go on to a Sales Support position, and then eventually to account exec, which would take another 7 or 8 years. Problem is, I've done customer service before and I've HATED it.
That is very, very good advice, Angel. And your totally right...I need to appreciate that I have a job that pays good and that's stress free. That's better than most people. Hopefully things will work out, I'm going to try applying to different companies just to see what's out there.Oh I have compassion for this!
This is just my opinion so take it with that grain of salt.
It is wonderful to have a job that you absolutely love. However, sometimes those jobs are not immediately available to us.
For that reason, maybe you shouldn't under value the facts that at your current position: 1) they want you there, 2)you are comfortable, and 3) you like the people you work with.
Also, this may not be the best time to jump ship since you are in school and only have till August to find and settle into something new.
You don't have to and probably won't stay at this job forever.
If anything I would suggest keeping that job and applying for others on the side, when you have the time and inclination.
I don't know how pressed you are for money, so that is also a factor.
I can tell you from my present situation that a boring job is much less of a hassle to deal with than bills and no job at all.
You know that I always wish you the very best. You have good judgement... go with it.
Whatever you decide, I'm behind you.
And I'm sorry to hear about your Terrace Club job, I know how much you loved it. Hey, do they have a Terrace Club in Toronto??????
Personally I like b**w jobs. I've never had one that I didn't enjoy.
I've found my job that makes me happy, I would just like to know I have it in six weeks.
Follow your dreams and do what you really love.
I really like the job I have but one thing you have to realize is that almost anything will have its points of boredom after you've done it long enough. I've had 20+ jobs in my life at least (some were very short). Anything 5x a week every week for years and years will get a little stale at times. That's just human nature. As for finding a job you like I think you have to just try out different jobs until you find one that fits you. Be open minded also I got the job I have now because I applied for a job when I really needed work and even when what I was applying for wasn't open I said well what else is open and got a job to pay the bills that I ended up loving and will probably do for the rest of my life.
I haven't answered those questions and thanks for asking.
The word from my friend at Laurel Ridge is that they were impressed with me and found me to be very professional, but fear I am too young to work with troubled teenagers.
My friend also suspects that the hiring committee felt I was not"ghetto enough" for that kind of work. Those were her words.
I have applied for several other jobs.
One of them is a job as a student counselor at Sac- a position which is still open for people to apply for. Once that process is over, interviews begin- probably in the next few weeks.
I applied and interviewed for a position as a receptionist at the AT&T arena. I felt things went well and was semi optimistic about my chances. However,
I just received a letter that they have selected another applicant for the job.
(I had assumed that was or was about to be the case, since it had been several weeks since I was interviewed and no one had called to follow up.)
Thankfully, I do have some work tonight and all day tomorrow as a temp nanny.
I am registered with an agency and hope to pick up jobs with them while I continue to apply and interview.
I think that the Terrace Club will ask me back. If I am still available to return at that point, I certainly will.
Oooh, what did you find?
Thanks for the update, Angel. Please keep us posted on how you are doing in the employment arena. I'm pulling for you. I just know that when the right job comes along, both you and the employer will know it!
Thanks very much.
I really hope to see you back there, V. Hopefully, when I find a full-time job, I can continue to work at the AT&T Center.
The internship. It's over on August 18.
Good Luck!!
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