It's Who You Know

[ShaggyX]

So it is starting to become apparent that my Job may not be as secure as once thought (details can be provided in a non-internet setting) so I guess I am in the market. So here is the deal, I am not sure I want that I want to stay in the same field at a new company, but since it is all I have ever done (Technical Support/Desktop Support/Helpdesk) I am not sure I will be considered ?qualified? for anything else.

I figured that I would try to use my ?connections? with you people to maybe try to get my foot in the door somewhere since I know some of you are in a position to hire people. I haven?t really had enough jobs to know what I want to do, so any field that will pay the bills is worth a shot. I have been with my current company for 4 years now (loyal ), and have never been written up and have only taken 1 sick day total (that I remember).

I would be willing to relocate with my own $ if the location is right. I can also provide references on request (including my current and previous bosses).

[HummerNewbie]

Only problem is that everyone here knows that you don't do anything at work but post on here

Sorry Shaggy but couldn't pass that one up. Good luck in your search, hopefully someone here can help out.

[ShaggyX]

Originally Posted by HummerNewbie

Only problem is that everyone here knows that you don't do anything at work but post on here

Sorry Shaggy but couldn't pass that one up. Good luck in your search, hopefully someone here can help out.

I figured someone would make that observation...but you can even ask my boss if it has ever had any detrimental affects on my performance. I do everything they ask of me...and play on the internet between "support issues". I multitask.

[GeorgeSSSS]

Shaggy:

If you don't like what you do, ask yourself, what do you want to do?

This is a real opportunity for change. Take advantage of it.

George SSSS

[ShaggyX]

Originally Posted by GeorgeSSSS

Shaggy:

If you don't like what you do, ask yourself, what do you want to do?

This is a real opportunity for change. Take advantage of it.

George SSSS

I bought a house a year back that stretches me to my limits as it is. I am not sure I can afford to answer the age old question "what do you want to be when you grow up?" right now. But I am giving it some thought.

[Racer-X]

I still have that opening in da hood.

Good luck Shag.

BTW - you need to change that attitude about not being qualified for other stuff. Your a smart and likeable guy, set your sights high. As an employer I look for attitude over experience.....annnnnd, I like someone who shows up!

[HummerNewbie]

Originally Posted by ShaggyX

I figured someone would make that observation...but you can even ask my boss if it has ever had any detrimental affects on my performance. I do everything they ask of me...and play on the internet between "support issues". I multitask.

Yeah, just had to say it

If you have been there for 4 years then apparently it isn't an issue. Didn't you recently buy a house? Are you that over your job that would be willing to sell already?

EDIT: Ok, you already answered that while I was typing this.

[ShaggyX]

Originally Posted by Racer-X

I still have that opening in da hood.

Good luck Shag.

BTW - you need to change that attitude about not being qualified for other stuff. Your a smart and likeable guy, set your sights high. As an employer I look for attitude over experience.....annnnnd, I like someone who shows up!

I would be more than happy to take care of your Oakland accounts for you. Give me a job and I will put in my notice tomorrow.

I have no doubt that there isn't a job out there that I can't learn to do well (other than heavy lifting )...but most potential employeers what someone that either has previous experience, or a piece of paper proving they are smart. All I have is my witt and dashing good looks.

[ShaggyX]

Originally Posted by HummerNewbie

Yeah, just had to say it

If you have been there for 4 years then apparently it isn't an issue. Didn't you recently buy a house? Are you that over your job that would be willing to sell already?

EDIT: Ok, you already answered that while I was typing this.

I am perfectly content with the job...and the people...but there are circumstances that probably shouldn't be discussed here that are causing me to go separate ways.

EDIT...BTW...I cant sell for another 18 months or so without getting a $10k penalty. So I would have to rent it out if I relocated. Might rent it out even if I stay in Denver.

[CO Hummer]

You could make a few bucks posing as a Nigerian woman.

[Racer-X]

Originally Posted by ShaggyX

I am perfectly content with the job...and the people...but there are circumstances that probably shouldn't be discussed here that are causing me to go separate ways.

Boss' wife hitting on you?

[DDWH]

Originally Posted by Racer-X

Boss' wife hitting on you?

LMAO!

[usetosellhummer]

are you bi?
ligual?

[ShaggyX]

Originally Posted by usetosellhummer

are you bi?
ligual?

6 years ago I would have said yes (to the bi-lingual part)...but I haven't spoken a word of spanish since then...so no.

[usetosellhummer]

need that, an It postition is posted but you would need to move. pm comming

[ShaggyX]

Originally Posted by usetosellhummer

need that, an It postition is posted but you would need to move. pm comming

Based on the company I am guessing it is beyond my language ability...but thanks.

[ShaggyX]

Originally Posted by Racer-X

Boss' wife hitting on you?

My Boss is a chick...so no (and don't even twist that around either).

[HummBebe]

How about this...

Racer hires you, I help you get your place rented in CO, and help you find a place here (free of charge of course)

[ShaggyX]

Originally Posted by HummBebe

How about this...

Racer hires you, I help you get your place rented in CO, and help you find a place here (free of charge of course)

Sounds like a deal. Where do I sign?

[HummBebe]

I'm speaking for Racer of course, but I will definitely help if you do come out to CA!