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Posted: 5/18/2001 6:30:49 AM EDT

The company I work for sucks.

I was hired a trader. But am I doing that function Nooooo. They laid off people and my silly ass is doing new accounts and cust svc. Backwards ass system. Close minded execs. To top it all off we have a CPA running a brokerage firm. An ops VP w/ no brokerage experience.

I was hired to see if I could take this desk to the next level, yet everytime I suggest something: The cost is too great, too much risk, it doesn't coincide with our environment. WTF was I hired for then.

Posted: 5/18/2001 6:35:04 AM EDT

[#1]

You may already know this, but when you make change suggestions to management, put it down on paper and submit it to them that way. Its amazing how the printed word carries so much more weight in the business world. Many times they are afraid to NOT do what you suggest for fear that they will be held accountable.

Of course have some stuff to back up your proposals. If you can show someone else benefiting from the same idea then they have less reason to say no.

Posted: 5/18/2001 6:36:45 AM EDT

[#2]

Do you work for money or do you work for fun?

Posted: 5/18/2001 6:37:21 AM EDT

[#3]

Roll over and sleep well. You could be here in the land that the evil black rifle forgot.
Everyone has to pay their dues, you seem to be in line for yours at a new job.
Suck it up and drive on. You can always look elsewher while still working there.

Posted: 5/18/2001 6:47:20 AM EDT

[#4]

Abandon ship!

Posted: 5/18/2001 6:51:28 AM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:
Do you work for money or do you work for fun?

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Both. They go hand in hand. Actually I took a pay cut to come here.

Originally Posted By Gun Toter:
You may already know this, but when you make change suggestions to management, put it down on paper and submit it to them that way. Its amazing how the printed word carries so much more weight in the business world. Many times they are afraid to NOT do what you suggest for fear that they will be held accountable.

Of course have some stuff to back up your proposals. If you can show someone else benefiting from the same idea then they have less reason to say no.

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All of my proposal have been in writing. Most have had numerous mtgs' involved. Even cost analysis.

Quoted:
Roll over and sleep well. You could be here in the land that the evil black rifle forgot.
Everyone has to pay their dues, you seem to be in line for yours at a new job.
Suck it up and drive on. You can always look elsewher while still working there.

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Unfortunately, there are very few frims in Dallas that can accomodate what I do. 5 to be exact. For what I do; JObs are in NY, MA, CA and a few in FL. Have a recruiter looking into FL as we speak.

Quoted:
Abandon ship!

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Yup, but no lifeboats in sight [:(]

Posted: 5/18/2001 6:58:15 AM EDT

[#6]

bummer LT as i know you were hoping to make the best of it in tx after escaping from KALI

Posted: 5/18/2001 7:00:02 AM EDT

[#7]

I hate my new job. Hired to do software, and now feel like tech support.

Let's start a .com and I get to write all the code.

Posted: 5/18/2001 7:05:17 AM EDT

[#8]

Quoted:
bummer LT as i know you were hoping to make the best of it in tx after escaping from KALI

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Well, I like the area I live in. I like Dallas. I have even gotten to the idea that I can't buy liquor in grocery stores and my county doesn't allow porn. Just wish I get another job that can utilize my skills better

Posted: 5/18/2001 7:10:23 AM EDT

[#9]

Maybe you should open a liquor store that sells porn too? Sounds like an opportunity.

Posted: 5/18/2001 7:15:15 AM EDT

[#10]

Sorry to hear your new job is not working out!
As they say..."you can't soar like an eagle when you work with turkeys"
Good luck!

Posted: 5/18/2001 7:16:50 AM EDT

[#11]

Skip the booze and go for the gusto

Porno, X and K store. A little something for everyone.

Posted: 5/18/2001 7:26:27 AM EDT

[#12]

Quoted:
Sorry to hear your new job is not working out!
As they say..."you can't soar like an eagle when you work with turkeys"
Good luck!

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I think you are right. In the 2yrs. with my previous employer, I was promoted 2x.

Posted: 5/18/2001 7:27:33 AM EDT

[#13]

Yup, but no lifeboats in sight

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As they say..."you can't soar like an eagle when you work with turkeys"

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I agree. "Turkeys or no turkeys" these are hard times. I tried to find jobs for a couple fellas at some Company that I know of. Their reply is that this is a "bad time" and they are laying off people too. Hope you find something soon. Good luck.

Posted: 5/18/2001 7:33:47 AM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:I agree. "Turkeys or no turkeys" these are hard times.

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If I read you right you are saying.. "in these hard times we should not be too picky and be "happy" that we are employed."
I think you have a very good and valid point there.These are tough times.Keep the faith,something better will pop up eventually.

Posted: 5/18/2001 9:05:23 AM EDT

[#15]

Sadly I do feel the pinch of current economy here in Dallas. Having ltd. options hurts also.

Posted: 5/18/2001 9:15:42 AM EDT

[#16]

Well I'm at a loss as to why they hired you lordtrader. If they aren't using you in your area of expertise then they must have hired you for your good looks.....pause..*flashback to Burro Canyon shoot and pics of the BBQ.*
NAAA what was I thinking?[:D]

Posted: 5/18/2001 9:24:05 AM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:
I hate my new job. Hired to do software, and now feel like tech support.

Let's start a .com and I get to write all the code.

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There is a glut in that field. Look at this poor sap. [url]http://www.sublimedirectory.com/pod.html#send[/url]

Posted: 5/18/2001 9:38:55 AM EDT

[#18]

lordtrader,

Don't you have the option to go back to your old job? I thought I remembered you mentioning that. I know you like Dallas, but it sounds like you may have been happier before. I know Kali's gun laws suck, but it is a horrible feeling to wake up everyday and not want to go to work. Weigh it out...most of us spend at least 40 hrs a week at work. That's a lot of time to spend unhappy. Best of luck to you, and I'm sorry it didn't work out the way you hoped.

Posted: 5/18/2001 9:43:47 AM EDT

[#19]

At least you will still have a job next month, some of us aren't so lucky.

Posted: 5/18/2001 9:47:47 AM EDT

[#20]

[image]www.sublimedirectory.com/pod.jpg[/image]

Imbrog|io?

Posted: 5/18/2001 9:52:52 AM EDT

[#21]

Quoted:
lordtrader,

Don't you have the option to go back to your old job? I thought I remembered you mentioning that. I know you like Dallas, but it sounds like you may have been happier before. I know Kali's gun laws suck, but it is a horrible feeling to wake up everyday and not want to go to work. Weigh it out...most of us spend at least 40 hrs a week at work. That's a lot of time to spend unhappy. Best of luck to you, and I'm sorry it didn't work out the way you hoped.

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That is still in the background. I have a 6mos lease on my apt. I think I will stick it out till then (Sept.) before I run back to Kali. Be making close to 6figures again but that will be eaten up by util, rent and state taxes [:(]

Posted: 5/18/2001 9:55:14 AM EDT

[#22]

Is having your crib in Nevada and commuting out of the question?

Posted: 5/18/2001 10:41:34 AM EDT

[#23]

Sling up and wiggle down. You are in a new
'viroment, your ole runnin gals/guys are gone
and the boss has plans but he may be tenious
about implimentation.
You're a newbie there and apparently in a holding pattern so relax and recon.

Posted: 5/18/2001 10:48:45 AM EDT

[#24]

You're not working for BankOne, are you? I used to have an Executive Protection job with First Chicago before they merged with BankOne. BankOne told me that I could still have a job... as a security guard. They have offices in Texas, and I hope you don't work for them...

Semper Fi!

Ken Little

Posted: 5/18/2001 3:27:24 PM EDT

[#25]

LT, just hang on and look around for more opportunities. Something will come up. If there are nothing else, then PRK.

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Adaptability is the key to survival!!

Posted: 5/18/2001 3:34:23 PM EDT

[#26]

LT,

Here's a little advise i got from an efficiancy expert that came into my group awhile back.

When proposing a suggestion keep this in mind.
" You may have an excellent money saving proposal. However your proposal may impact the job security or income of your supervisor your proposing this to. Try to sell it to them in a way that will reflect well on them as well as get your suggestion implemented."

ie... you submit a suggestion on reducing paperwork around the office. One of your bosses primary duties is managing said paperwork. no paperwork = less security for your boss... ergo suggestion canned.

You may already know this but it did me a lot of good on getting some of our stuff fixed when i tried this approach.

Posted: 5/19/2001 9:02:58 AM EDT

[#27]

If I want my supervisor to implement one of my suggestions I have to make him think it was his idea. works everytime.

Posted: 5/19/2001 10:27:00 AM EDT

[#28]

If you chose to work where you do than that makes you a jackass for complaining. If you want to get all of the recognition for your ideas then roll the dice and start your own company. If you think this is a flame than consider this, when you wear your heart on your sleeve expect to have it broken.

p.s. grow a pair

Semper Fi

Posted: 5/19/2001 12:02:14 PM EDT

[#29]

Originally Posted By Early Chow Recruit:
If you chose to work where you do than that makes you a jackass for complaining. If you want to get all of the recognition for your ideas then roll the dice and start your own company. If you think this is a flame than consider this, when you wear your heart on your sleeve expect to have it broken.

p.s. grow a pair

Semper Fi

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So got 10 million you can loan me to start my own investment firm then?

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