Complaint Thursdays

[shrader]

I had what I thought was a very positive job interview right around 7 weeks ago. The position seemed like a natural fit and I thought I was seeing quite a bit of interest from the interviewer. After we were done talking, he let met know that he was going out of the country on vacation for a month and I wouldn't hear from him until after he was back. Now that we're at the 7 week mark, I'm not quite sure what to think. I feel like the window of readjusting after an extended vacation has probably closed at this point. I'd welcome a move right now, so I'm a bit anxious about the whole thing.

 

I hate being in limbo.

[darksabre]

The ability of one person to drag down the productivity of an entire work group is astounding.

[Claude_Verret]

The ability of one person to drag down the productivity of an entire work group is astounding.

 

Leino?

[Sabres Fan in NS]

I had what I thought was a very positive job interview right around 7 weeks ago. The position seemed like a natural fit and I thought I was seeing quite a bit of interest from the interviewer. After we were done talking, he let met know that he was going out of the country on vacation for a month and I wouldn't hear from him until after he was back. Now that we're at the 7 week mark, I'm not quite sure what to think. I feel like the window of readjusting after an extended vacation has probably closed at this point. I'd welcome a move right now, so I'm a bit anxious about the whole thing.

 

I hate being in limbo.

 

I think at this point it would be a good idea and perfectly acceptable for you to contact that person to follow up.

 

Be sure to state your interest in the position and the organization. Also, make sure to state that you are just wondering if he has had a chance to think about it since his vacation and that there is no rush.

[darksabre]

 

 

Leino?

 

Perfect. That's what I'm going to call this particular co-worker.

[chileanseabass]

Hope you're out of the hospital for good at this point, CSB.

 

Yep, that's one of the few things I can't complain about.

[josie]

Perfect. That's what I'm going to call this particular co-worker.

"life is hard"

[biodork]

IRB paperwork is the worst. Someone please put me out of my misery.

[darksabre]

IRB paperwork is the worst. Someone please put me out of my misery.

 

I remember that from my thesis work. Exhausting.

[biodork]

I remember that from my thesis work. Exhausting.

 

Probably doesn't help that I'm so tired I can't even think straight. I'd much rather be doing lab experiments right now (or sleeping).

[Weave]

I had what I thought was a very positive job interview right around 7 weeks ago. The position seemed like a natural fit and I thought I was seeing quite a bit of interest from the interviewer. After we were done talking, he let met know that he was going out of the country on vacation for a month and I wouldn't hear from him until after he was back. Now that we're at the 7 week mark, I'm not quite sure what to think. I feel like the window of readjusting after an extended vacation has probably closed at this point. I'd welcome a move right now, so I'm a bit anxious about the whole thing.

 

I hate being in limbo.

 

You absolutely should reach out and contact him. Maybe substitute must for should.

Edited May 1, 2014 by weave

[ubkev]

People on welfare/public assistance/ section 8 who can afford to drop 1200 bucks in a casino. ###### you, you f***ing system cheating scumbag! People work for a living sometimes multiple jobs just to get by, and these people take government handouts, cheat the system and gamble and drink their lives away and don't have to worry about a thing because they are living for free And their account fills up every month on the 1st and 15th.

 

 

 

 

Oh, and people who "vape". Bunch of hipster douche nozzles. "Hey man have you tried the mocha?" "Yeah dude, I got Bahama mama! This stuff tastes so good...here try mine." I hope you get lip fungus.

 

 

[LastPommerFan]

People who, in the 21st century, think gambling addiction and alcoholism are lifestyle choices, and that those "choices" are making people have fat, happy lives.

 

 

 

Also, vaping hipsters.

[bunomatic]

My complaint. My neighbor across the street decided to go into his former place of employment with a shotgun and gunned down 4 innocent people 2 of which died as a result. Now the street I live on is basically overrun with media looking for a sound bite. I've avoided the cameras because what can I say really ? He seemed like a nice guy. Well he did. When we moved into the area his wife came over and welcomed us. Always pleasant. But under some stress due to his layoff obviously. No excuse. He should have reached out but stress does strange things to people. My brother in law lost a good friend in this tragedy and my neighbor was the perp. Its a strange life we find ourselves in at times. I've never seen such foot traffic on this street. Looky loos and rubber neckers trying to see the house this guy lived in. Its a frickin house people. My thoughts are with the ones who lost loved ones. And with this perps kids.

[qwksndmonster]

Going through some rough stuff with my girlfriend (I blame shrader). Hopefully after I go up to see her this weekend we will have come to an understanding and aren't braked up. :(

[IKnowPhysics]

Going through some rough stuff with my girlfriend (I blame shrader). Hopefully after I go up to see her this weekend we will have come to an understanding and aren't braked up. :(

 

The time to take counsel of your fears is before you make an important battle decision. That's the time to listen to every fear you can imagine! When you have collected all the facts and fears and made your decision, turn off all your fears and go ahead!

Edited May 2, 2014 by IKnowPhysics

[SwampD]

People who, in the 21st century, think gambling addiction and alcoholism are lifestyle choices, and that those "choices" are making people have fat, happy lives.

 

 

 

Also, vaping hipsters.

Why is it that if you make a couple of mistakes, it's just "I made a few bad choices in my life", but if you make hundreds of mistakes over and over, they're somehow not your own choices and it's somehow not your fault?

 

 

 

… and vaping hipsters.

[WildCard]

Given Patton's methods in war I'm surprised you didn't just slap him and tell him to go get it done.

[ubkev]

People who, in the 21st century, think gambling addiction and alcoholism are lifestyle choices, and that those "choices" are making people have fat, happy lives.

 

 

 

Also, vaping hipsters.

 

I don't have the time right now to type out the rebuttal that this deserves.

 

Short Short version: degenerate gamblers keep food in my family's stomach and rain off our heads; however I detest those that scam from the government, and taxpayers taking funds that might otherwise be allocated to those more worthy of help. And yes, I'm comfortable saying that some people are not worthy.

Edited May 2, 2014 by ubkev

[shrader]

We have the burial for my father-in-law this weekend, 4 months after his death. So this one is going to drag up a lot of mixed feelings for a few people. This weekend is definitely going to suck.

[dEnnis the Menace]

We have the burial for my father-in-law this weekend, 4 months after his death. So this one is going to drag up a lot of mixed feelings for a few people. This weekend is definitely going to suck.

 

oh wow. best of luck to you.

[Eleven]

We have the burial for my father-in-law this weekend, 4 months after his death. So this one is going to drag up a lot of mixed feelings for a few people. This weekend is definitely going to suck.

 

It's also going to provide a lot of closure. It's good that you're doing this.

[Iron Crotch]

NEVER buy a new build home from a builder of unknown reputation. Trust me on this one. There is an adage "you buy the builder, not the home." I've learned the hard way how true that is.

 

If you're ever in the market for a new build home, pick a big, reputable builder with a national reputation. Otherwise, hire a good lawyer and prepare for a long, drawn out fight. :angry:

[LastPommerFan]

NEVER buy a new build home from a builder of unknown reputation. Trust me on this one. There is an adage "you buy the builder, not the home." I've learned the hard way how true that is.

 

If you're ever in the market for a new build home, pick a big, reputable builder with a national reputation. Otherwise, hire a good lawyer and prepare for a long, drawn out fight. :angry:

 

Looking at homes in the near future. Did you use someone local, or one of the national guys?

[Samson's Flow]

I had what I thought was a very positive job interview right around 7 weeks ago. The position seemed like a natural fit and I thought I was seeing quite a bit of interest from the interviewer. After we were done talking, he let met know that he was going out of the country on vacation for a month and I wouldn't hear from him until after he was back. Now that we're at the 7 week mark, I'm not quite sure what to think. I feel like the window of readjusting after an extended vacation has probably closed at this point. I'd welcome a move right now, so I'm a bit anxious about the whole thing.

 

I hate being in limbo.

Similar thing happened to me a week back. Had a great two interviews at a large manufacturing company and they made it seem like I was a sure thing to get this position. Told me to wait a few weeks since the whole accounting/finance department was going on a few site visits and month end close stuff. Wait a few weeks and call back to check on whats up and no word. Turns out they decided that they didn't need that position and are creating an upper level position instead. Would have been nice to let me know so I could move on to other offers. :devil: