I need some really good reasons to Not go to work for a 1/2 day, to go on job interviews?
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If you know that you won't be able to get away with much, one foolproof way is to actually come in the next day with evidence. Say you broke something, then put on a cast and walk into work the next time you go. Make sure you don't overdo it; if you walk in on crutches, somebody's gonna catch you walking.\n\nThis solution might not work if you're planning to cut the second half of the day, but this next one does:\n\nThis one works along the same lines, but not to injuries. The direction of this solution is all about family obligations. Your excuse is that you need to see your child/parent/sibling; they need you because they went to court/had a near-death experience/thought you died/etc and they might commit suicide/run away/go crazy. As a nice touch, make it look like (whether you do it or not that) you stayed up all night dealing with the problem. Red eyes, down-looking face, etc. \n\nJust remember the cardinal rules: \n\n1. Don't overdo it\n2. Have as few people in the office "in" on it as possible. As trustworthy as they are, people can always slip up. If there's any other possible way that will involve one less person, do it.\n3. Make sure that you're not seen out of the office. Stay away from public events. There are too many stories of people who go to ball games and end up on the sports page the next day in the crowd.
976259
if it is very terrible , don't go to work.Take a day off.
944210
Life is too short, I know people say that a lot but it's true.  This isn't a dress-rehearsal, it's the real thing - do what makes you feel good about yourself.  Spending all day in a job you hate isn't much of a life in my opinion.  If you leave, something better will come along - have faith in yourself!
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Wear what you would wear to the job. Do not lie. Learn a little about the store before the interview and throw in a few facts if it fits into the conversation. Don't ask about time off and benefits.
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Hi! this is so and so.\nI had an interview on such and such date,\nand I am making a follow-up call.\n I need to work.What time would you like\nme to be there?\n( I actually did this---and I got the job.They\nsaid,"Can you be here in 30 minutes?" and I said,"I'm\non my way.")
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I would suggest Tuesday through Thursday as Monday is bad (people are playing catch up in the office) and Friday is bad as everyone is dreaming about their weekend off.  Be five minutes early or right on time and dress professionally as well.  Don't forget your smaile and a solid friendly (dry) hand shake, first impressions can be big in interview situations.  Remember you are interviewing them as much as they are interviewing you, so have some solid questions prepared to ask.  what type of benefits are offered, what does his/her perfect candidate's work history look like, what specific objectives met will make you a success in this position, is there room for advancement etc...  Good luck!
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I wish I could come to work today, but I don't want to.
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I'd take the job interview, for the simple reason that it might lead to a JOB. I'd rather have one of those than a boyfriend. Or even a date.
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Wow.  Five weeks of vacation/sick?  That IS incredible.  You better take advantage of what they're giving you while you can since you're going to be slammed starting in Jan.  You're wanting to take off the 4 remaining days you have around Christmas.  I would imagine it would be pretty slow around that time anyway.  The easiest way to approach your boss is to simply ask.  Something like, How's it looking around such and such dates?  I'd like to take 4 days but if we're going to be busy during that time, then I could work something else out.  Your job sounds great.
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You have to sleep well otherwise you will look awfull. Eat your breafkast or lunch (dependes on the time of your interview). Prepare your clothes, shoes, everything..like you want to go to a party. You have to reach there on time. Preparing for an interview is different with preparing a written test. But there's some answer that you can prepare, e.g, prepare the answer of this question "Tell me your positive and negative side" ; "Have you ever received any recognition during your study or work.." : "What if you have to work after the hours" ; "How if we rotate you to another position or country or city". Sometimes..they ask you that kind of question.\n\nRemember, during the interview, the interviewer would like to know better of your personality, how you cooperate with stress, can you cooperate with your colleague. So..be yourself, don't over confidence, wearing your best suit which is suitable with the position that you apply, listen carefully and don't say to much by saying something so theoriticall. Be yourself.\n\nHope you pass the interview
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GO to a temporary service, you can have a job in just a few days, sometimes in just one day, this will get you by until you get something more permanant.
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Having a job is not a "right". If you have a job and expect to keep that job AND get paid, you need to go to work. Your boyfriend made a decision to walk away from work on May 1st. All actions have consequences. A request for a day of work is nothing more than a request unless it is granted by your employer.
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First of all truth is what is needed in every interview. there is no need lying when they will find out.\n\nIf you have a weakness let the employer know that while making him also know that you are very smart and quick to learn./ and you are willing ot learn. if he wwill give you this chance he will not regret it. \n\nMake him see reason that your weakness should not a handicap to your job but thta you cana lsways do your best.\n\nMake him also know taht if you get this job you will improve in your language and communcation skills because its what you naturally love. and you will do every effort to study within record time
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Turn in your two weeks using the disability as a crutch. Some employers will wave the two weeks for those reasons and they still might give you a decent reference. \n\nYou could always tell them the truth that you are suffering from anxiety at the workplace and turn in your two weeks. They may try to resolve the problem before it's up and you may not have to leave.
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Going for a job interview
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Well I would tell you new workplace that this is not common practice for you. Provide them with references from previous employers of yours that prove you have a had very litle time off in past jobs. Suggest this was a one-off.\n\nPesonally I wouldnt tell them the truth that the job was too stressful for you because it will come accross as though you couldnt handle the job and so it could easily happen again when you work for the new employers. I would tell a white lie and say you experienced personal problems(wife/family?) that led you to suffer from a stress related problem like anxiety etc. The doctors notes you have will back this up as they outline you have suffered from stress.\n\nI know its not great to lie but if I was an employer I wouldn't employ you if I knew you had time off from work due to the stress of the job. And anyway if you know in your heart that you CAN do this job well and it wont happen again it doesn't harm anyone. Jobs allow us to survive in life pay mortgages, our kids shoes etc and so as this lie wont hurt anyone and means you can get your job...theres no real problem.
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If you want to do something interesting with your life, I think that you have three options:\n\n1) You can throw it all in, give up the job the money etc. and do what you want, if it makes you happy.\n2) You can stay in your job, be unhappy, but loaded.\n3) You can stay in your job and have a fun life outside of work. \n\nEveryone hates their work (well most people do) but we have to pay the morgage/rent etc. so the job is a nessessity. You don't do your job 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You have time outside of work to socialise and have fun. You have to decide yourself what you really want. Because giving up everything could sound amazing now but it could get boring, and what are you going to do then? Personally, I'd ditch the job but you have to decide for yourself. \n\nHope this helped and good luck!!\n\nxxxxx