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Ashley · 28 April 2009, 09:21 AM

Well guys, after three years as a photographer at a portrait studio, I have taken the plunge and branched out. I landed a job as a clinical assistant for Lasik MD, a company that does eye surgeries. Great perks (like $300 towards a gym membership, score!) and a nice pay increase.

I am very excited, but at the same time extremely nervous. I've been in a rut at my current job for so long of doing nothing but reading magazines and playing on my computer while waiting for customers to come in, and I'm scared of going back to a "real" job.

The office is downtown, in a SUPER convenient location for me, with hours that are nice (though I have to leave the house by seven at the latest, as opposed to nine twenty like I do now!) and I've always wanted to work downtown. Shopping on my lunch break, hooray!

Now the only thing I'm worried about is quitting my current job... I know there is no reason to fear but I really hate any confrontations like this, and have been too chicken to do it all day. Please give me some encouraging words so that I can call my manager and tell her!!

GerardoG · 28 April 2009, 09:36 AM

Congrats Ashley! I am sure this is a great change for you. Go for it, you can not say you liked something or not until you try it. Best wishes.

BigHat · 28 April 2009, 09:40 AM

Well, the first thing is I wouldn't call her unless it's impossible to do it in person. I would start by thanking her for all she did to support you (even if she did zero), tell her the job was fine, but that you're seeking additional challenges and feared that you shouldn't miss this new opportunity in a generally tough job market. You want leave making them feel good too. L ife is short and you never know when you may need these people for a reference etc. You know a reliable person that might like the job? Helping them solve the problem of losing you would be a nice touch if you can do it.

Congrats.

Bisquitlips · 28 April 2009, 09:41 AM

Ashley!

You will have no problems! You are intelligent and talented. Rock on young lady!

figbo · 28 April 2009, 09:44 AM

Good for you Ashley!

diversified · 28 April 2009, 09:44 AM

Ash, I had the LASIK surgery about 8 or 9 years ago. Wait till you see how happy all the people are on their next day checkup after the surgery.

Mike B · 28 April 2009, 10:02 AM

A BIG congratulations on your new job Ashley !! You deserve it !!

Rockrolex · 28 April 2009, 10:09 AM

Ashley,

Matt has some good advice. Start off on a positive note, thanking your boss for the opportunity she gave you and tell her how much you learned at this job. But you've been offered a position with a significant pay increase with additional challanges and you can't possibly turn that down. Try to leave on the best terms possible.

And good luck to you on this next great adventure.

bradiowausa · 28 April 2009, 10:35 AM

Congratulations on getting a job offer in the down economy. I got an internship offer last week, before then I was pretty worried.

Lion · 28 April 2009, 10:43 AM

Ashley, you know what you need to do and I would suggest not putting it off. Can you give a proper 2 week notice or does the new job start sooner? Just explain to your current boss/owner that you have been given a job opportunity with upward mobility and have decided to take the new position.

CharlieG · 28 April 2009, 10:45 AM

Congrats and good luck

Gerry · 28 April 2009, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigHat

Well, the first thing is I wouldn't call her unless it's impossible to do it in person. I would start by thanking her for all she did to support you (even if she did zero), tell her the job was fine, but that you're seeking additional challenges and feared that you shouldn't miss this new opportunity in a generally tough job market. You want leave making them feel good too. L ife is short and you never know when you may need these people for a reference etc. You know a reliable person that might like the job? Helping them solve the problem of losing you would be a nice touch if you can do it.

Congrats.

What BigHat said :)

Ashley · 28 April 2009, 11:01 AM

Thanks for the support, everyone! I did it, and she was very understanding and very nice. She said that she would rehire me in an instant, so it's great to know that I can always go back there.
I gave two weeks notice, so hopefully my new job can understand that. I mean, if they didn't, that would be pretty brutal. I'm sure they'd expect their employees to give two weeks notice, so they shouldn't say anything to me about it. Hopefully!
I'm so excited, and so nervous, eek!!

swatty · 28 April 2009, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gerry

What BigHat said :)

X2 , very well said ,

Good luck with your new job Ashley

AIKO · 28 April 2009, 11:31 AM

Way to go Ash! Takes courage to initiate change. Very happy for you.

BigHat · 28 April 2009, 11:33 AM

Congrats Ashley.

The desired outcome. Let's hope you never need to be hired "back in an instant," but that they would do it is a good thing. If you train up the new employee quickly you just might leave in a week with another week's pay.

I doubt you'll have trouble in the new job due to the two weeks notice, but if they say anything, just say you wouldn't leave them in a bind either. Two weeks of waiting is a small price to pay for a professional, considerate employee.

On to bigger things.

Mrdi · 28 April 2009, 12:01 PM

Congrats Ashley.
Read Bighats suggestions twice.

Dr.B · 28 April 2009, 12:05 PM

Congrats Ashley!!!!
One squeaky door closes and a new door opens.
Get ready for a new beginning.......and good luck!

kcmo · 28 April 2009, 12:08 PM

Great news, Ashley!!! Good for you! How exciting!

bodybump · 28 April 2009, 12:17 PM

Im happy for you ashley!!! Keep it going!!!!

Bebot · 28 April 2009, 12:53 PM

Congratulation on your new job!

Change is good!

Just tell your manager that opportunity knock and you happened to open the door. They'll understand.

Lisa · 28 April 2009, 01:24 PM

Congratulations, Ashley. This sounds like a great opportunity - and it's in a medical setting, which seems like a good fit for you!

East Bay Rider · 28 April 2009, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigHat

Well, the first thing is I wouldn't call her unless it's impossible to do it in person. I would start by thanking her for all she did to support you (even if she did zero), tell her the job was fine, but that you're seeking additional challenges and feared that you shouldn't miss this new opportunity in a generally tough job market. You want leave making them feel good too. L ife is short and you never know when you may need these people for a reference etc. You know a reliable person that might like the job? Helping them solve the problem of losing you would be a nice touch if you can do it.

Congrats.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigHat

Congrats Ashley.

The desired outcome. Let's hope you never need to be hired "back in an instant," but that they would do it is a good thing. If you train up the new employee quickly you just might leave in a week with another week's pay.

I doubt you'll have trouble in the new job due to the two weeks notice, but if they say anything, just say you wouldn't leave them in a bind either. Two weeks of waiting is a small price to pay for a professional, considerate employee.

On to bigger things.

Everything he said

Congratulations. Can't wait to hear all about it. I hope that you enjoy the work and that your coworkers are good people.

Launch Mini · 28 April 2009, 01:41 PM

Huge congratulations are in order.
Lucky you & lucky paitents.
Good luck on your new endeavour.
Remember, the first day is always the worst, so it will get better once you get in there.

Uncle-AJ · 28 April 2009, 03:24 PM

Congratulations on the new job Ash.

Don't worry about quitting, I don't know any employers that worry about getting rid of staff when it suits them.

JJ Irani · 28 April 2009, 04:53 PM

Congrats, Ashley.....well done and I do wish you the very best for your future.

You are a bright, young girl and what Ed and Matt advised above seems pretty sound to me.

Never fear about leaving your current job if you have a much better prospect in hand. And cardinal rule....

Always leave your existing job on a very pleasant note. You never know when you may need some good references from your present employer to support your Resumé for the new job.

It pays to be diplomatic all round and try and keep all fingers in the honey-pot!!

All the best from Zemina and me - JJ

Carolina · 28 April 2009, 09:17 PM

Congrats, Ashley!!

hflee55 · 28 April 2009, 09:29 PM

Congrats Ashley. I hope the new job brings you many successes.

jdc · 28 April 2009, 10:31 PM

Well done Ashley and good luck

B Square · 28 April 2009, 10:34 PM

Congratulations Ashley. You will do great

28 April 2009, 09:21 AM	#1
Ashley "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Ashley Location: Calgary Posts: 6,967	I got a new job! Well guys, after three years as a photographer at a portrait studio, I have taken the plunge and branched out. I landed a job as a clinical assistant for Lasik MD, a company that does eye surgeries. Great perks (like $300 towards a gym membership, score!) and a nice pay increase. I am very excited, but at the same time extremely nervous. I've been in a rut at my current job for so long of doing nothing but reading magazines and playing on my computer while waiting for customers to come in, and I'm scared of going back to a "real" job. The office is downtown, in a SUPER convenient location for me, with hours that are nice (though I have to leave the house by seven at the latest, as opposed to nine twenty like I do now!) and I've always wanted to work downtown. Shopping on my lunch break, hooray! Now the only thing I'm worried about is quitting my current job... I know there is no reason to fear but I really hate any confrontations like this, and have been too chicken to do it all day. Please give me some encouraging words so that I can call my manager and tell her!!

28 April 2009, 09:41 AM	#4
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,501	Ashley! You will have no problems! You are intelligent and talented. Rock on young lady! __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

28 April 2009, 10:09 AM	#8
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,515	Ashley, Matt has some good advice. Start off on a positive note, thanking your boss for the opportunity she gave you and tell her how much you learned at this job. But you've been offered a position with a significant pay increase with additional challanges and you can't possibly turn that down. Try to leave on the best terms possible. And good luck to you on this next great adventure. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

28 April 2009, 10:43 AM	#10
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Ashley, you know what you need to do and I would suggest not putting it off. Can you give a proper 2 week notice or does the new job start sooner? Just explain to your current boss/owner that you have been given a job opportunity with upward mobility and have decided to take the new position. __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

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bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 DATEJUST41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,225	Im happy for you ashley!!! Keep it going!!!! __________________

28 April 2009, 09:36 AM	#2
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Congrats Ashley! I am sure this is a great change for you. Go for it, you can not say you liked something or not until you try it. Best wishes.

28 April 2009, 09:40 AM	#3
BigHat Banned Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Matt Location: Arlington, VA Watch: Lange One MP Posts: 4,043	Well, the first thing is I wouldn't call her unless it's impossible to do it in person. I would start by thanking her for all she did to support you (even if she did zero), tell her the job was fine, but that you're seeking additional challenges and feared that you shouldn't miss this new opportunity in a generally tough job market. You want leave making them feel good too. L ife is short and you never know when you may need these people for a reference etc. You know a reliable person that might like the job? Helping them solve the problem of losing you would be a nice touch if you can do it. Congrats.

28 April 2009, 09:44 AM	#5
figbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: El Raf-O Location: florida Watch: tt GMT2c,Omega Posts: 19,687	Good for you Ashley!

28 April 2009, 09:44 AM	#6
diversified "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: State College PA Posts: 1,694	Ash, I had the LASIK surgery about 8 or 9 years ago. Wait till you see how happy all the people are on their next day checkup after the surgery.

28 April 2009, 10:02 AM	#7
Mike B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Gilbert, AZ Watch: DSSD, Omega SMP Posts: 3,055	A BIG congratulations on your new job Ashley !! You deserve it !!

28 April 2009, 10:35 AM	#9
bradiowausa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Brad Location: Iowa Watch: Air-King Posts: 624	Congratulations on getting a job offer in the down economy. I got an internship offer last week, before then I was pretty worried.

28 April 2009, 10:45 AM	#11
CharlieG "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Charlie Location: NY Posts: 1,135	Congrats and good luck

28 April 2009, 11:01 AM	#13
Ashley "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Ashley Location: Calgary Posts: 6,967	Thanks for the support, everyone! I did it, and she was very understanding and very nice. She said that she would rehire me in an instant, so it's great to know that I can always go back there. I gave two weeks notice, so hopefully my new job can understand that. I mean, if they didn't, that would be pretty brutal. I'm sure they'd expect their employees to give two weeks notice, so they shouldn't say anything to me about it. Hopefully! I'm so excited, and so nervous, eek!!

28 April 2009, 11:31 AM	#15
AIKO "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 1,937	Way to go Ash! Takes courage to initiate change. Very happy for you.

28 April 2009, 11:33 AM	#16
BigHat Banned Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Matt Location: Arlington, VA Watch: Lange One MP Posts: 4,043	Congrats Ashley. The desired outcome. Let's hope you never need to be hired "back in an instant," but that they would do it is a good thing. If you train up the new employee quickly you just might leave in a week with another week's pay. I doubt you'll have trouble in the new job due to the two weeks notice, but if they say anything, just say you wouldn't leave them in a bind either. Two weeks of waiting is a small price to pay for a professional, considerate employee. On to bigger things.

28 April 2009, 12:01 PM	#17
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	Congrats Ashley. Read Bighats suggestions twice.

28 April 2009, 12:05 PM	#18
Dr.B "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Fernando Location: North Carolina Watch: SS White Daytona Posts: 1,944	Congrats Ashley!!!! One squeaky door closes and a new door opens. Get ready for a new beginning.......and good luck!

28 April 2009, 12:08 PM	#19
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Great news, Ashley!!! Good for you! How exciting!

28 April 2009, 12:53 PM	#21
Bebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Emil Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: U macallit Posts: 2,645	Congratulation on your new job! Change is good! Just tell your manager that opportunity knock and you happened to open the door. They'll understand.

28 April 2009, 01:24 PM	#22
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Congratulations, Ashley. This sounds like a great opportunity - and it's in a medical setting, which seems like a good fit for you!

28 April 2009, 01:41 PM	#24
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,241	Huge congratulations are in order. Lucky you & lucky paitents. Good luck on your new endeavour. Remember, the first day is always the worst, so it will get better once you get in there. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

28 April 2009, 03:24 PM	#25
Uncle-AJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Real Name: Adrian Location: Bolton, UK. Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 6,844	Congratulations on the new job Ash. Don't worry about quitting, I don't know any employers that worry about getting rid of staff when it suits them. __________________ A man with a watch knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.........Segal's Law Member #10

28 April 2009, 04:53 PM	#26
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Congrats, Ashley.....well done and I do wish you the very best for your future. You are a bright, young girl and what Ed and Matt advised above seems pretty sound to me. Never fear about leaving your current job if you have a much better prospect in hand. And cardinal rule.... Always leave your existing job on a very pleasant note. You never know when you may need some good references from your present employer to support your Resumé for the new job. It pays to be diplomatic all round and try and keep all fingers in the honey-pot!! All the best from Zemina and me - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

28 April 2009, 09:17 PM	#27
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	Congrats, Ashley!! __________________ . .Member #5380 .

28 April 2009, 09:29 PM	#28
hflee55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY Watch: Me Watching You!! Posts: 3,260	Congrats Ashley. I hope the new job brings you many successes.

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jdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: UK Posts: 7,023	Well done Ashley and good luck

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