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BamaFan121s · 06-24-2008, 07:39 AM

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You are made of strong stuff!! Patience is truly an Admins biggest asset!

It was actually kind of funny. She would try to call me into her office and 'discipline' me for wierd, off the wall crap and she was so unprofessional and clueless when it came to anything regarding even the simplest of things that it was hilarious.

Made an a** of herself one day by yelling at me and telling me that I was lying to her and I must think she is an idiot (which was true) because I did NOT call FedEx like she told me because she was listening at the door to see how long it would take me to call them and I hadn't called anyone. I looked at her and told her I NEVER called them--I always scheduled pick-ups on their website so I'd have written confirmation and it was quicker than going through their automated phone system. DUH!

I remember once she called me in her office to ask what I was REALLY doing at my desk because she heard me typing fast...?

Can we say, "insecure?" Of course, I was doing my job and hers too while she'd take 3 hour lunch breaks to go shop, so I guess she had a reason to be paranoid.

Yorkieforme · 06-24-2008, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

It was actually kind of funny. She would try to call me into her office and 'discipline' me for wierd, off the wall crap and she was so unprofessional and clueless when it came to anything regarding even the simplest of things that it was hilarious.

Made an a** of herself one day by yelling at me and telling me that I was lying to her and I must think she is an idiot (which was true) because I did NOT call FedEx like she told me because she was listening at the door to see how long it would take me to call them and I hadn't called anyone. I looked at her and told her I NEVER called them--I always scheduled pick-ups on their website so I'd have written confirmation and it was quicker than going through their automated phone system. DUH!

I remember once she called me in her office to ask what I was REALLY doing at my desk because she heard me typing fast...?

Can we say, "insecure?" Of course, I was doing my job and hers too while she'd take 3 hour lunch breaks to go shop, so I guess she had a reason to be paranoid.

It must have been very stressful to work there...that is the type of job where you dread to have to go!
I hope you have a better job now!

BamaFan121s · 06-24-2008, 07:55 AM

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It must have been very stressful to work there...that is the type of job where you dread to have to go!
I hope you have a better job now!

Oh it was HORRIBLE. I found ways to manage though. She frequently didn't come in and when she did she was late...well, I'd drive really slow to pick up mail from the post office every morning, then I'd be gone to lunch for an hour, then she'd be gone at least 2, then in the afternoon I'd try to make sure I had something to do in another part of the office away from her (which meant she had to answer the phones, double bonus)...so I managed.

But I told my hubby, "If I EVER say, I think I'll try this job for a change again...SMACK ME!"

Now I am back working in accounting, which I did prior to the job from hell and love it. I get to go in really early and get off early, work from home if I want or need to. It's great! And there is always work to be done, which oddly enough, I love...no mindless, pointelss crap. What's best, I've been here quite a while and there is not one, single person that I dislike. The owners are great and very family oriented and always having lunch brought in or special fun events for the employees here, so it makes for a great overall work environment.

stellarstarx · 06-24-2008, 07:59 AM

I just left a similar situation a few months ago. I was an Admin Asst for over 7years, with three different companis, and I hated it. I actually loved the job, but I hated being treated like crap by the people I worked with. I kept thinking if I found a better company I would be able to stick with the job. No such luck. I quit my last job and now I'm working on a career change.

Being an Admin is a really good job because you get to put your hands in a little bit of everything, but no one deserves to put up with rudeness. If they could just do the job for one day they might realize how inconsiderate they are being.

Stay strong.

JCarlson2004 · 06-24-2008, 08:05 AM

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People should treat others with respect NO MATTER WHAT POSITION they hold.

tatertot15 · 06-24-2008, 08:12 AM

I am really thinking about going back to school....online that is. I really want to go into Psychology....it kind of makes sense lol since I have to listen to everyone's problems already at least this way I can medicate them and send them on their way lol just kidding....no I have always been interested in Psychology. I find the human mind very interesting....and it may help me figure these people out that I work with now lol. Anyways....i've never been the smart kid in my whole life and i'm not sure I can do it. And I surely dont want to spend $30,000 on something I find out I cant do or just suck at....i'm at a total loss here. My husband said I should go into some kind of nursing, like x-ray tech but i'm not sure what I want anymore. I want to do something that I will like and its hard to know if you'll like it until you are actually doing the job. Anyways I know I need to do something because I cant sit behind this desk for the rest of my life....i'll go insane then i'll need to go see the Psychologist lol.

Yorkieforme · 06-24-2008, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

Oh it was HORRIBLE. I found ways to manage though. She frequently didn't come in and when she did she was late...well, I'd drive really slow to pick up mail from the post office every morning, then I'd be gone to lunch for an hour, then she'd be gone at least 2, then in the afternoon I'd try to make sure I had something to do in another part of the office away from her (which meant she had to answer the phones, double bonus)...so I managed.

But I told my hubby, "If I EVER say, I think I'll try this job for a change again...SMACK ME!"

Now I am back working in accounting, which I did prior to the job from hell and love it. I get to go in really early and get off early, work from home if I want or need to. It's great! And there is always work to be done, which oddly enough, I love...no mindless, pointelss crap. What's best, I've been here quite a while and there is not one, single person that I dislike. The owners are great and very family oriented and always having lunch brought in or special fun events for the employees here, so it makes for a great overall work environment.

that is great that you have a job now that you love! Makes all the difference in the world!!!
Sometimes you have to try something different to realize what you really want!

The grass always seems greener on the other side!! LOL
Me..I tried Office Management, which I didn't mind...but I don't like to be the boss! and I tried accounting and hated it...so it was back to Admin for me!!

BamaFan121s · 06-24-2008, 08:19 AM

Ha ha ha...my mom always told me...you are going to find similar crap within any company if you are in the same position, no matter where you go. The only way to escape it is to change positions/professions. From everything I have seem she is SO RIGHT!

I say if Psychology is something that will get you out of the rut you are in and something you interested in, then go for it!

Maybe one day things will come full circle and you will have the pleasure of committing some of the nutters you work with now!

In the meantime, just repeat to yourself, "It pays the bills, it pays the bills..." Hang in there, the day is half over.

tatertot15 · 06-24-2008, 08:44 AM

Thanks lol....I just know if I do try going for Psychology I am going to need alot of support!! My husband, I know will give me lots of support and It will help knowing I can come on here and scream my head off if I want and you all will be there and understand completely!! Its awesome to talk to some of you and hear all of your stories even if they are horror stories. I just hope I figure something out soon because sitting at this desk is not cutting it....but I do keep thinking "it barely pays the bills, it barely pays the bills" lol I had to add that one word in there "barely".

BamaFan121s · 06-24-2008, 08:51 AM

LOL...I know just what you mean. There is something very threaputic about being able to relate to others and realize we are ALL getting crap dumped on us from time to time.

Really give you a sense of normalcy...like, OK, it's supposed to be like this...whew!

Mayas Mommy · 06-24-2008, 08:52 AM

Hey Girl ... sorry to hear people treat you like that .....

That is exactly why I DON'T work ....

BamaFan121s · 06-24-2008, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Mayas Mommy

That is exactly why I DON'T work ....

LOL...must be nice...too bad we don't all have that luxury!

I actually tried the stay at home/work from home deal and I can't handle that. I was so bored I nearly drove myself insane!

Mayas Mommy · 06-24-2008, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

LOL...must be nice...too bad we don't all have that luxury!

I actually tried the stay at home/work from home deal and I can't handle that. I was so bored I nearly drove myself insane!

LOL ... well I used to work before I met my Husband .... and after I became prego .... I just never went back to work ..... I am a Mommy and I love it ....

BamaFan121s · 06-24-2008, 09:33 AM

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LOL ... well I used to work before I met my Husband .... and after I became prego .... I just never went back to work ..... I am a Mommy and I love it ....

Yeesh!

I think I'd rather work than have to go through that 9 mo all over again.

Yorkieforme · 06-24-2008, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

LOL...must be nice...too bad we don't all have that luxury!

I actually tried the stay at home/work from home deal and I can't handle that. I was so bored I nearly drove myself insane!

I was home for 2 yrs with my youngest and I thought I would lose my mind!!!

I was so bored...I loved being with my son...but I needed more...I really enjoy working...would I still work if I won the lottery

..well....I would travel A LOT first and then start my own business!!

I am just very social and I get more out of work than just a paycheck I guess...

Now...I could use more home time with my KiKi.....working 4 days a week would be perfect!

06-24-2008, 08:12 AM	#21
tatertot15 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 832	I am really thinking about going back to school....online that is. I really want to go into Psychology....it kind of makes sense lol since I have to listen to everyone's problems already at least this way I can medicate them and send them on their way lol just kidding....no I have always been interested in Psychology. I find the human mind very interesting....and it may help me figure these people out that I work with now lol. Anyways....i've never been the smart kid in my whole life and i'm not sure I can do it. And I surely dont want to spend $30,000 on something I find out I cant do or just suck at....i'm at a total loss here. My husband said I should go into some kind of nursing, like x-ray tech but i'm not sure what I want anymore. I want to do something that I will like and its hard to know if you'll like it until you are actually doing the job. Anyways I know I need to do something because I cant sit behind this desk for the rest of my life....i'll go insane then i'll need to go see the Psychologist lol. __________________ Ashley & Bandit

06-24-2008, 08:44 AM	#24
tatertot15 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 832	Thanks lol....I just know if I do try going for Psychology I am going to need alot of support!! My husband, I know will give me lots of support and It will help knowing I can come on here and scream my head off if I want and you all will be there and understand completely!! Its awesome to talk to some of you and hear all of your stories even if they are horror stories. I just hope I figure something out soon because sitting at this desk is not cutting it....but I do keep thinking "it barely pays the bills, it barely pays the bills" lol I had to add that one word in there "barely". __________________ Ashley & Bandit

06-24-2008, 08:52 AM	#26
Mayas Mommy ..... and BLAIR'S too ...... Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Posts: 3,190	Hey Girl ... sorry to hear people treat you like that ..... That is exactly why I DON'T work .... __________________ I LOVE MY LIFE AS A MOMMY AND A WIFE

06-24-2008, 07:59 AM	#19
stellarstarx Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 123 Blog Entries: 2	I just left a similar situation a few months ago. I was an Admin Asst for over 7years, with three different companis, and I hated it. I actually loved the job, but I hated being treated like crap by the people I worked with. I kept thinking if I found a better company I would be able to stick with the job. No such luck. I quit my last job and now I'm working on a career change. Being an Admin is a really good job because you get to put your hands in a little bit of everything, but no one deserves to put up with rudeness. If they could just do the job for one day they might realize how inconsiderate they are being. Stay strong.

06-24-2008, 08:19 AM	#23
BamaFan121s Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 11,432	Ha ha ha...my mom always told me...you are going to find similar crap within any company if you are in the same position, no matter where you go. The only way to escape it is to change positions/professions. From everything I have seem she is SO RIGHT! I say if Psychology is something that will get you out of the rut you are in and something you interested in, then go for it! Maybe one day things will come full circle and you will have the pleasure of committing some of the nutters you work with now! In the meantime, just repeat to yourself, "It pays the bills, it pays the bills..." Hang in there, the day is half over.

06-24-2008, 08:51 AM	#25
BamaFan121s Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 11,432	LOL...I know just what you mean. There is something very threaputic about being able to relate to others and realize we are ALL getting crap dumped on us from time to time. Really give you a sense of normalcy...like, OK, it's supposed to be like this...whew!