I just started a new job 3 days ago--Need Advice?
955481
if you're 7 months pregnant shouldnt you be on jobleave?\nmaybe u should get a chair or try finding a dif job or get a stool, a high one bc being on ur fett all day should not be very good for ur baby
99851
When you take on a new job, there is always that first 90 days in which either you or the employer can decide if it is the right job for you.  Either side can end the employment within that first 90 days with no repercussions.  It sounds like a place where NObody should be working!  Or maybe somebody else...(newly-hired management)needs to get in there, clean house, and hire people who are qualified for the job.  Meanwhile, you need to get out of there while your customer service skills are still intact...first 90 days or not!  You deserve better.  I'd hate to see you give up and become like them...which may be what'll happen.
181437
Keep yourself cleaned up, don't go in looking like a bum. Definitly don't be like my freind and show up drunk!!!! Always think of what to say before you go in to an intervue. Most importantly, FIND A JOB YOU WANT, DO NOT JUST "SETTLE!!!!!"
552526
I can completely relate to your situation. I think it might be worth it to stay at your current job because I really feel that it takes about 2-3 months to warm up to a new job and new work environment. You might not like some of the task you are doing now, but as you learn and have more experience at your workplace, your boss will be able to see that you are capable of doing the tasks given and will be more willing to give you tasks that challenge you. Even so, if you work at a larger company, you may be able to transfer to different departments within the company. So, you should definitely stay a while and explore what the company has to offer!
791865
If your employer is aware of your background, then they're going to be lenient about your lack of knowledge. Ask questions! The first 3 months you are there should be spent getting onto the learning curve.
995355
Introduce the new person to everyone where they will be working.  Make sure they know where the bathrooms are, the vending machines, the smoking area, etc., etc.  Then explain, in general terms, just what it is that your department does, who does it, and why they do it.  Don't forget your vision/mission statement and your core values (if any).  Then hand them off to their supervisor, who will likely tell them the way things REALLY work and what their duties will now be.
963594
Give them a three week notice for now, and if you find out you will have to leave a little sooner than that, let them know right away! Thats about as fair as it can get without losing a paycheck!
960720
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.
854430
Yes you should, first make yourself marketable, make a professional resume, post it and get some interviews going, then approach your boss or the decision maker and without being rude simply put the facts on the table, \n1. I am multifunctional and I feel I am an assett to this company.\n2. It has been brought to my attention I am over tasked and under payed.\n3. I feel I deserve an increase not only equivalent to the new hires, but slighty more for my senior status here.\n4. I am on the job market and I have XYZ offers, I am sorry to do this but I need to know where I stand with this company.\n\nthen shut up and make them answer you, you have power of negociation here, USE IT! good luck
1073512
Hire someone else this week, even if you have to go out of the office to conduct interviews, background checks, etc.\nWhen this guy come in on Monday to work, have a 5 minutes meeting with him explaining the situation in a calm but very compelling way. Don't leave out the potential sexual harassment lawsuit part, and give him 2 hours to pack up his stuff and move out.  You will have already made sure you have cleaned everything out of his office that you don't want him to steal.\nIf you feel unsure about this strategy, get a hidden video camera installed in his office ant the the "goods" on him.\nIt is not necessary to explain the details to your employees, except perhaps your upper level management.
451970
I sympathise with you. I have worked in places where people don't pull their weight and took liberties. \n\nIt's difficult when you are the new guy and if you went to your boss, it would look like you are telling tales out of school.\n\nI would wait a while, maybe mention it to the guy himself and after a while if things have not improved, see your line manager. \n\nA good manager should not let something like this happen anyway. You may be better off going to Human Resources. Good luck.
302608
I start a new job Monday.
280491
Quite simply... respect. I've had some lousy bosses in the past... and if you can't get a new job, it's not a bad way to go. Strive to do your best, and eventually, people will take notice. However, if you work for a small firm, where your boss happens to also be the CEO... I would go looking for a new job, immediately. But before you do, it NEVER hurts, just to sit down, and in a CALM and RESPECTFUL manner. Ask you boss for some leeway. Maybe suggest a "Trial Period" of a week or so. Just to see how productivity increases or decreases with out him breathing down your neck.
181646
Id ask about it.  Most new employee paperwork says something to the effect of: "And anything else we ask you to do..." on it.  So you may have to attend.  That said, I'd tell him you are busy with pre arranged commitments you can't get out of.  Don't give details, just stop there. Ask him/her if it's 'required' to keep your job.  Just come out and ask.  Sadly though, it all really depends on what kind of boss you have.
421690
1.Read a daily/weekly quote aloud for you and your team members to hear. Something that is inspiring/entertaining/silly/witty that everyone can enjoy. \n\n2.Give gifts, make your co workers feel happy and cared for. You will find that this is really contagious and it will make everything less serious and more family oriented.\n\n3.Plan to watch the same movies for the weekend so that you can have something to talk about on boring Mondays.
8546
If you are not currently UNemployed, then write down "ASAP", if you are employed, give them a date 2 weeks from today and let them know that you have to give your current employer a 'two-week' notice, that way they know that you are responsible and won't leave them hanging if you find another job. :)
39225
Since he's your "new" boss, I'd say take the high road and try to grin and bear it.\n\nGood luck!