Sweet November
I have finished my third month at my new job on October 26th. It was an interesting/frustrating period. I’m happy to report that I have passed my probation period and didn’t need to go through the usual three months trial.
It seems that there are things that will never change. I’ve been in the workforce since 2004, and since then I worked in three different jobs, the longest of which lasted for three years (I never thought I could last that long!).
All new jobs are the same, it starts with a feeling of being lost and not belonging, and then suddenly everyone notices your existence, so they start bombarding you with tasks you need to finish in a week or two. They talk to you expecting you to nod and completely understand what is required from you. If you screw up, they’ll ask you. “So you’re new here, eh?” if you did a good job, well, expect more work to come!
One thing I did differently this time, I started to express what I dislike. I usually express what I like when I’m working with someone. The look on their faces is just priceless. So, anyways, I started on the wrong foot with the person I work with. I was offended but swallowed the statement I took as an insult to evaluate the situation. A month later I got the same attitude and took it lightly since it appears that that person didn’t know any better. I simply stated what I think and the way I’d like to be treated to get the job done. In return I got a surprised chuckle which gave me the impression that this person has never encountered my request and eventually I got a more respectful way in communication.
Anyhow, I’m very thankful that I have developed this ability to accommodate and accept anything comes to my way. I have this strong ability (that I gained over the years) to detach myself from situations, places, people when I get the feeling it’s time to move on and look for something new/challenging/adventuress. Don’t get me wrong, there are certain places and people that are dear to my heart; you’ll see me trying hard to keep in touch, but for some reason I always fail at this. I get swamped with work and my hectic daily schedule to the point I completely forget to call or visit, the only thing I can assure you of is that I’ll be always the same.
My birthday is coming up soon; I’ll be 29 in less than 3 weeks… It feels all the same to me. What I’m sure of is that November is going to be a very hectic month. There are so many things I want to do, not much of time.. Oh well.. Hope it all goes well.
