How would you feel about working for a company that supports an "Open Door Policy"?
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I work for an IT consulting firm with an "open door" policy. Only we don't call it that. The best thing about my company is that we are almost a total meritocracy. In other words the cream rises, and the non-cream sometimes gets skimmed. It is an environment where the good can shine and get rewarded.\n\nAs is the nature of the consulting business however, there are also some downturns in the industry where sometimes people must get let go, even if they have done a fairly solid job. Everybody knows of this possibility coming in to the job, however it doesn't make it any more pleasant when it happens.\n\nI have had the responsibility of letting people go from my projects for non-performance. It is not an easy or enjoyable task to do to even someone who thouroughly deserves it. People aren't just numbers that make up a profit margin, they are living breathing souls with family responsibilities. At least in these instances, I can take solace in the fact that I am probably saving the jobs of the remaining people working on the project.\n\nI have also had the absolutely terrible job of telling people that they are rolling off of an assignment and to the "bench" during an economic downturn. This is known euphamistically as you have 2 weeks to get placed or you will be let go. Thanks for your contributions to the company. During the worst of one of those periods I think I became more depressed than at any other time in my life. \n\nAgain, this is the life I chose - and would choose again. I receive a fair pay, with good benefits and for the most part exciting assignments. \n\nThe bottom line is open door policy is only one aspect of a job and must get weighed accordingly based on how important of a factor it is for you as an individual. Everybody must use their own grading curve for this and make a holistic career decision.\n\nEdit: I just found out that I am being transfered from a project in my home state of NJ to try and "rescue" a project in Atlanta, where I will have to be Monday - Friday of each week. This will cause me to miss my family completely. I am sure I will be miserable there. On the other side, I have a chance to greatly enhance my reputation, plus save up to 40 other employees from possibly having to deal with the "Open door" policy.
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Yes. \nI hesitated about what to do. If I decided to quit, I could not get any money. So, I made their life so difficult and the business so bad that they put me out of the company and I asked for a good exit package. With that I bought a small flat and set up a Foundation. I do my best to have a great working atmosphere. It goes very well.
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maybe.\n\nI am with this company and the products is very excellent.
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I have a very close friend that works there. If you don't succeed in the business they get rid of you very quickly. It's a cut throat company and if you are not bringing in money you're gone. They need to recruit and hire people very often because they have what you can call "a revolving door". People come in, fail, and leave. You must be a strong and dedicated sales/people person to succeed in that company.
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We have a fantastic opportunity that would fit round your current situation and given the right commitment from yourself you could turn it into a profitable business enabling you to give up your current job. We are looking for people to join our team in our health and beauty care business. We have the backing of a 27 year old company that is 110 countries worldwide.\nLike you i am in a job that i dont really want to be in, but since starting my own business up it has kept me motivated to see the bigger picture. I will be able to give up my full time job up and that will be thanks to this business. Everyday for me is a step closer to me realizing my dream and that is my biggest motivation.\nIf you would like to know more just contact me, do add your contact email tho!! Maybe like me this will be for you x.\nJust remember that where you are now is only a stepping stone to something bigger you just have to find that something bigger...
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All the time, actually.\n\nI work w/ an Endorsement firm that specializes w/in the Health and Wellness Industry. I get paid to open my mouth.\nOutside of that though, I love people....I'm not scared of other human beings like the rest of the Northeast.
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I can be with the right company. The question is will the company you work for treat you as a professional or a clerk. \n\nThe company I used to work for treated them as true professionals and they were worth their weight in gold because they could do so much to make other people's jobs easier.
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Depends on the company, it really does. \n\nIf you are looking for any job that dose not require a degree then just put any lame crap like; \n\n"I'm a very honest, loyal and hard working person"\n\nIf this job is for a more competitive position then you need to say something that is creative and intriguing like;\n\n"I'm not looking for a dam good job, you are looking for a dam good employee."\n\nIf the company has a political view, either obvious or not, you may want to say something about that.\n\nExample if the company seems conservative in nature (most tend to be because they like the idea of a more free economy) say;\n\n"I'm a very pro-capitalistic person who is dedicated to becoming your finest assest."
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what kind of work do you do and how much were the offers?  If it is marketing--job hoping is not that frown upon.  It is creative!
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Yes, they would let you go in a minute if it was good for their business, what is good for your life? You do not have to list them on any application form.\n\nDoes it feel morally wrong, do not do it and tell the 2nd employer that you told them the hours you were available, but they have messed you up.\n\nYour choice.
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That might be something to ask your company...I'm sure they have a security manager that would work with any base you need access to, and the two parties would go from there.
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They are not the best organized company in the world, that's for sure.  They tend to pay well and have good benefits, though.  My husband is slated to interview with them "sometime", although they've had his resume since September and still haven't filled the position yet.
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Without the "golden parachute" and an employment contract that provides for job security and regular raises and termination only for "moral turpitude", your answer should be "no can do".\n\nI think that they are merely offering you a short term position to extract whatever knowledge you have about your current employer's policies, practices, and clients.
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If you are answering that question on an application...they want to know WHY you chose them.\n\nCould be the location, hours, reputation, opportunity for advancement, benefits, vacation and sick leave policy, etc.\n\nGive it some thought before you answer.  Some corporations weigh this question very heavily.
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the most important thing is to choose the company which has same interst as yours that is they are looking to provide what u r seeking for. Once this is done both of your criterias will be met. that is u r satisfied at the same time the company is satisfied once this is achieved there is no point of insecurity
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1) Yes\n2) You don´t pay companies to work for them. They pay you.
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Mid Jan will be fine.\n\nAs long as they have staff for the Christmas and sale period.\n\nBig companies understand (even if they don't like it) that their staff have the right to leave and search for better paid work and I'm sure that they have c.v's on hold to fill empty positions quickly.\n\nGood luck in the new job.