You know you are officially getting old when your friends are getting married. This weekend I was in Florida for a wedding and it was amazing. Though I am certainly not getting married anytime soon, there are several reasons why going to a wedding is great.
- It's an excuse to take time off from work.
- It's an excuse to turn a destination wedding into a mini-vacation. Stay a few extra days, you might as well, especially if you're in a warm place like Florida.
- Open bar. Enough said there.
- You get to meet a lot of new people, especially if it's a big wedding.
- Most importantly, it's a reunion. I love being around all of my friends since I don't get to see some of them very often. The couple that got married live in Portland, Oregon...that is quite a hike from Washington, DC.
On another note, I'd love to respond to Jenna's comment about what you do when you don't really like your job. It's a tough situation and handling it correctly is imperative to your career. Fortunately, I think I was just having a bad week and things aren't so bad anymore. Then again, I just got back from Florida, so I am in a good mood.
But if you really don't like your job, there are many different approaches you can take.
- First of all, you have to suck it up for a little bit because you can't just complain whenever you feel like it. It's not professional and you will seem inflexible.
- Talk to your boss. Be completely honest and give them as much detail as possible about what the problem is and why you are unhappy.
- Give the situation time to play out. You can't expect for something to happen the next day. Give the people in charge enough time to make something happen that will improve your situation.
- Find something else to occupy your time. Sign up for the CPA (if you're eligible) or the CFA. It might help to take your mind off of the normal work day activities.
- If all else fails, look for a new job. I would consider this a last resort unless you have been working somewhere for at least one year (and that's cutting it close).
1 comments:
Hey Allison,
I hope you're doing well. Not sure if you remember me - I used to room with Sean McMaster. I came across your blog from the Northeastern University career page - all of a sudden I see your picture advertising your blog believe it or not.
Anywho, I was wondering if I could run a few questions by you about consulting - mainly change management/turnaround consulting. I'd like to start a career in that field and would appreciate any insights you have.
Email me at thomas.p.murdock@gmail.com if you get a free minute.
Thanks!
Tom
PS You're doing a great job with the blog!
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