It has been a while since I wrote anything. Now I am dealing with obtaining my unemployment. Let me just say, every facet of government be it state or federal just MOVES SLOW.
Apparently my request has not been denied just no one has been assigned to my case to make a decision of yes or no. So I asked how long would it take to get assigned . .. . . the chick said up to 4wks. What???!!! It does not take the state or federal government 4 wks to take their portion out my check. I am really tired of organizations just not being efficient.
Lets just think here, apparently I need money now because I am not working. I disclosed that I do have bills, rent, car note, my ex-employer has given the portion of information that confirms that I had been laid off. So what exactly are we waiting for? I mean is it really always going to be this way, a very slow governance be it state or federal. Maybe I need patience, but I doubt it. I have learned do not count on it. Be prepared to wait, and wait, and wait, and maybe just maybe what you actually need will come before your car gets snatched, gas cut off, and the last egg gets cooked. Geesh!
I am wanting to take things in my own hands. I recently put in an application for school and had to write a personal statement. When it came down to it the reason for me wanting to obtain extra education is so that no other job can ex me because of lack of skills. Never again will that happen. I mean it did bother me, I take the time to obtain an education and get cut because I don’t have the skills??? Are you freakin kiddin me! I am still trying to see what is to be learned here. But I was in Borders this evening and came across a book by Lisa Nichols titled No Matter What! She is one of the many talented contributors to The Secret and CEO of Motivating The Masses. I flipped through the book and came across a sentenced that just struck me. It basically stated that we all need to strengthen our bounce back muscle. The faster we bounce back the easier and quicker you can get through your hard time. This idea made since to me, I don’t mind bouncing back, I believe in moving on. I’ve found out I do not like the hick ups. Why cant things just go smoothly. Why cant I file a claim like I am suppose to and receive my assistance in a decent amount of time, not when its too late. This whole situation is just very, very, interesting and a bit stressful.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Hold Out
It has been a full week now since I've been laid off. So far so interesting. Of course my job did call to offer a position. The same position different department, same pay, same grade. Do they really expect me to accept crap all over again??? It was almost an insult.
I watched a movie once, can't really remember the name. The young lady was in love with this guy. Well, something happened to him and he did not remember her but she was trying hard to work her way back into his life. He didn't understand, he wanted to leave and give up on something that was great . . . . she on the other hand opted to hold out. She wanted to hold out for what she knew was the best, she did not want to give up as he did. Well, I do not equate a job or career to love, but I do see the point of holding out.
After years of taking things, jobs, thinking something is better than nothing is over. I especially say this for someone who has taken the time to obtain education or so call prepared themselves to be a productive citizen of this society. That person, that someone, myself, deserves better. Didn't society put these thoughts in our educated heads. Get a degree, go to college. People who attend college will have more, make more money, be a success. All of this very well could be true, but is it true for all? Personally I don't think so. Take the college I graduated from. Most of the young ladies I know are doing ok, when I say ok I mean they are able pay rent . . . . RENT not mortgage. But a certain young lady from this university does just fine. Sort of sounds like the haves and the have not's to me. Or favor, I've heard people say favor aint fair but it sure is fun! Well why would God have something like that come from him, when he claims to have no respect of person???
However, its time to not rely on what you think will just fall into place once you follow the rules. Be on top of what you want, know what it is you want and work towards that. Don't let outside voices suggest too much, I personally feel that too many suggestions can alter what your original desire is, original is always best.
I watched a movie once, can't really remember the name. The young lady was in love with this guy. Well, something happened to him and he did not remember her but she was trying hard to work her way back into his life. He didn't understand, he wanted to leave and give up on something that was great . . . . she on the other hand opted to hold out. She wanted to hold out for what she knew was the best, she did not want to give up as he did. Well, I do not equate a job or career to love, but I do see the point of holding out.
After years of taking things, jobs, thinking something is better than nothing is over. I especially say this for someone who has taken the time to obtain education or so call prepared themselves to be a productive citizen of this society. That person, that someone, myself, deserves better. Didn't society put these thoughts in our educated heads. Get a degree, go to college. People who attend college will have more, make more money, be a success. All of this very well could be true, but is it true for all? Personally I don't think so. Take the college I graduated from. Most of the young ladies I know are doing ok, when I say ok I mean they are able pay rent . . . . RENT not mortgage. But a certain young lady from this university does just fine. Sort of sounds like the haves and the have not's to me. Or favor, I've heard people say favor aint fair but it sure is fun! Well why would God have something like that come from him, when he claims to have no respect of person???
However, its time to not rely on what you think will just fall into place once you follow the rules. Be on top of what you want, know what it is you want and work towards that. Don't let outside voices suggest too much, I personally feel that too many suggestions can alter what your original desire is, original is always best.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Am I The One??
Well, its my 3rd day of being out of work. I must honestly say I didn't go looking today either, so no disappoinments lol. So I helped a friend today who I swear is recession proof. She works in the broadcasting business and have been doing so since we graduated from college together in 2005. I can honestly say she is the only person in my small circle of friends who is actually moving upward in her career.
She has some small projects going on and needed my assistance so of course I said yes. It was an interview type setting in Borders which is a really quaint place. Now the purpose of this blog is to always be honest and tell the TRUTH the best and clearest way I can. The truth of myself, well while conducting the interview halfway through me asking questions her answers started to make me wonder. One of her answers kind struck a cord with me, actually more than a cord it kind of made my heart jump. Her answer kind of touched on being a go getter, taking charge, being confident in what you can do in your career.
I immidiately began to think, do I have that go getter mentality. On her job she is the one most people come to to do something, I'm not. She is the one that people ask to step in on a project, I'm not. She is the one that can say with complete conviction I CAN DO THAT, me. . . . . well not so much. I know that I have not been in the work force long, but on any of my jobs I was never really the one people came to for help or answers. I'm the one they feel the need to talk to like I'm 12, I'm the one that generally just does my normal assignment.
This bothered me ALOT. I started to see the difference between me and others on my last job and jobs before that. I have started a pattern of being safe. Being nice to everyone, being sure to speak and say goodmorning, saying please and thank you, being respectful to all those that I work with. I should have been a bitch. It seems the bitch, rude, and person with no morals keep their job. I mean maybe I shouldnt look at people and respect them, maybe I should have been a work hog, and spoke out loudly I CAN DO THAT even if I were lying. Her statment brought up alot of thoughts and emotions for me, she probably didn't even know all of that was going on in my head but my thoughts where going a mile a minute. I must say today I learned alot about myself, about who I really am and what I need to become. Not to say I will be the bitch, but I sure will speak loudly, be noticed, and do as much work and correct work as possible on my next job. I also will actually get a job I'll enjoy and can see myself staying there5 and 10 years with health insurance . . . . . it could happen, lol.
She has some small projects going on and needed my assistance so of course I said yes. It was an interview type setting in Borders which is a really quaint place. Now the purpose of this blog is to always be honest and tell the TRUTH the best and clearest way I can. The truth of myself, well while conducting the interview halfway through me asking questions her answers started to make me wonder. One of her answers kind struck a cord with me, actually more than a cord it kind of made my heart jump. Her answer kind of touched on being a go getter, taking charge, being confident in what you can do in your career.
I immidiately began to think, do I have that go getter mentality. On her job she is the one most people come to to do something, I'm not. She is the one that people ask to step in on a project, I'm not. She is the one that can say with complete conviction I CAN DO THAT, me. . . . . well not so much. I know that I have not been in the work force long, but on any of my jobs I was never really the one people came to for help or answers. I'm the one they feel the need to talk to like I'm 12, I'm the one that generally just does my normal assignment.
This bothered me ALOT. I started to see the difference between me and others on my last job and jobs before that. I have started a pattern of being safe. Being nice to everyone, being sure to speak and say goodmorning, saying please and thank you, being respectful to all those that I work with. I should have been a bitch. It seems the bitch, rude, and person with no morals keep their job. I mean maybe I shouldnt look at people and respect them, maybe I should have been a work hog, and spoke out loudly I CAN DO THAT even if I were lying. Her statment brought up alot of thoughts and emotions for me, she probably didn't even know all of that was going on in my head but my thoughts where going a mile a minute. I must say today I learned alot about myself, about who I really am and what I need to become. Not to say I will be the bitch, but I sure will speak loudly, be noticed, and do as much work and correct work as possible on my next job. I also will actually get a job I'll enjoy and can see myself staying there5 and 10 years with health insurance . . . . . it could happen, lol.
Monday, November 9, 2009
It Starts
Today was the first day of me being at home. I woke up, got dressed and went to file for unemployment benefits. The process was really simple and easy. The office workers that I interacted with where actually very nice.
Ever since I was told I was layed off something strange has happened to me. I was upset, disappointed, not too surprised . . . . . but I was mostly upset with myself. Yes . . . .me. Why you ask, well. Mostly because I let my self down, not only was I layed off because of lack of work, but mostly because my skills were not what they where looking for. Yea I am educated and will have a masters in March of 2010, but honestly this degree thing has done nothing but keep me in debt. THEN the group I was fired with where all individuals who where 50 years +!!! I was the youngest one out the bunch. One has minimal computer experience, the other half deaf, then one with a language barrier.
Okay so once I got over that little battle, I decided I am filling for unemployment and taking my time finding a job I actually want to do. Sharpening in on my skills, enjoying my job, taking care of myself, taking care of my home. I actually have time now. This blog will be a way for me to keep up with my journey and help others also.
Ever since I was told I was layed off something strange has happened to me. I was upset, disappointed, not too surprised . . . . . but I was mostly upset with myself. Yes . . . .me. Why you ask, well. Mostly because I let my self down, not only was I layed off because of lack of work, but mostly because my skills were not what they where looking for. Yea I am educated and will have a masters in March of 2010, but honestly this degree thing has done nothing but keep me in debt. THEN the group I was fired with where all individuals who where 50 years +!!! I was the youngest one out the bunch. One has minimal computer experience, the other half deaf, then one with a language barrier.
Okay so once I got over that little battle, I decided I am filling for unemployment and taking my time finding a job I actually want to do. Sharpening in on my skills, enjoying my job, taking care of myself, taking care of my home. I actually have time now. This blog will be a way for me to keep up with my journey and help others also.
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