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I saw recently that there was a kerfuffle over Christopher Nolan's the Odyssey movie, because he dared to cast Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy. Meantime over here the non-racists are like "Yes. She is definitely one of the most beautiful women in the world-I can see that." People are stupid. I probably wouldn't go to war for her, but I'd definitely inconvenience myself for her.
It's Wednesday, and the whirlwind of games begins tonight. Tonight's, I'm not playing in, but Jess is. I tend to minimize my weekday games as much as possible, because 5 am comes early. But then, the rest of my week is an orgy of work and games. Work tomorrow, then game at 7. Work Friday, then game at 7, work Saturday morning, then games at 2 and 7. Sunday, I at least am not dming, but game at 12. At least Sunday I can sleep in a bit!
Speaking of work, it was an interesting afternoon for me. About 4 weeks ago, before the dept head mentioned "another pay bump rather soon," I had put in for a tier 3 job (I'm currently tier 2) with either PT&Rehab or Concierge medicine. Yesterday, I got an invitation to interview. I was conflicted. I don't really want to leave Radiology, but since I don't know when the job might be posted, I didn't want to give up this opportunity.
So, I went back to A, the dept head who I've struck up a friendship with and laid it all out. I let her know I had the interview, but told her I'd rather stay in Radiology, if she's fairly confident with this pay bump.
First, she said she wanted to be careful what she said, then apparently she gave up on that. So, radiology has two approved tier 3 positions that will be going up soon. And then she out and out told me that these positions were created for me. So that she won't lose me.
She sent the jobs out to be listed right away, so I can put in for it as soon as it's up. She did suggest doing the interview, just for practice, so I'm going to do that.
But if I were to get it, it sounds like the head of Radiology might fistfight the other departments for me. A sent me a screen cap of the big boss' reaction to hearing that I had an interview, which was an all caps "What? No!"
So it sounds like one way or another, I'm getting a promotion soon.
After IKEA, where I applied regularly to various leadership and specialist positions only to be turned down with shitty reasons every time, I guess I kind of internalized the "you are not good enough." Mind you, since I left, the second tier manager I was under was fired for torpedoing internal candidates that she felt were "too valuable in their current role."
And here, I know I've taken on more stuff than I actually need to and made myself indispensable, but sometimes that translates to stagnancy.
But not here, apparently.
The pay band is up to like $33/hr on the one I'm currently interviewing for. I assume Radiology would be comparable, but sometimes, our pay bands are higher, so we'll see. It could get me up to $68k/year, which would be amazing. Like an extra $800/mo.
I'm 100% in uncharted territory now as far as pay. Every little bump I get is the most I've ever made. Right now, I'm making about $57k. Which is really good for someone with no degree. I'm pretty happy with that. But now it'll be more, and that's exciting.
I had a glass of wine last night to celebrate. It was very tasty. I will get a bottle of bubbly for when I get the contract on one of the jobs. I'm still a little aflutter.
The thought that there could be two or three depts fighting over me is a bit overwhelming. Like I said earlier, my personal choice would be radiology. I know the workflows, I know who people are, and while I don't know what the actual job is, I know some of it is what I'm already doing with the Cardiac slots. So, the reason we're currently hiring is that we're backfilling for someone who left recently and the two people who are about to be promoted. I don't know if they have someone else they're planning to give the other job, so I sent a message to my friend and let her know to keep an eye out and update her resume.
Today and tomorrow are going to be tough to sit through, knowing that I'll have an interview on Friday. It's unfortunately an in-person interview, but I think I've got my outfit planned. I'm looking at a nice green top, a black pinafore dress, some black tights and my cute flats. It'll contrast well with my purple/red hair, and look professional-but-quirky and hopefully memorable. I definitely want the bidding war for my services.
Okay, time for me to go forth and get a shower and get myself together. Everyone have an outstanding day.
It's Wednesday, and the whirlwind of games begins tonight. Tonight's, I'm not playing in, but Jess is. I tend to minimize my weekday games as much as possible, because 5 am comes early. But then, the rest of my week is an orgy of work and games. Work tomorrow, then game at 7. Work Friday, then game at 7, work Saturday morning, then games at 2 and 7. Sunday, I at least am not dming, but game at 12. At least Sunday I can sleep in a bit!
Speaking of work, it was an interesting afternoon for me. About 4 weeks ago, before the dept head mentioned "another pay bump rather soon," I had put in for a tier 3 job (I'm currently tier 2) with either PT&Rehab or Concierge medicine. Yesterday, I got an invitation to interview. I was conflicted. I don't really want to leave Radiology, but since I don't know when the job might be posted, I didn't want to give up this opportunity.
So, I went back to A, the dept head who I've struck up a friendship with and laid it all out. I let her know I had the interview, but told her I'd rather stay in Radiology, if she's fairly confident with this pay bump.
First, she said she wanted to be careful what she said, then apparently she gave up on that. So, radiology has two approved tier 3 positions that will be going up soon. And then she out and out told me that these positions were created for me. So that she won't lose me.
She sent the jobs out to be listed right away, so I can put in for it as soon as it's up. She did suggest doing the interview, just for practice, so I'm going to do that.
But if I were to get it, it sounds like the head of Radiology might fistfight the other departments for me. A sent me a screen cap of the big boss' reaction to hearing that I had an interview, which was an all caps "What? No!"
So it sounds like one way or another, I'm getting a promotion soon.
After IKEA, where I applied regularly to various leadership and specialist positions only to be turned down with shitty reasons every time, I guess I kind of internalized the "you are not good enough." Mind you, since I left, the second tier manager I was under was fired for torpedoing internal candidates that she felt were "too valuable in their current role."
And here, I know I've taken on more stuff than I actually need to and made myself indispensable, but sometimes that translates to stagnancy.
But not here, apparently.
The pay band is up to like $33/hr on the one I'm currently interviewing for. I assume Radiology would be comparable, but sometimes, our pay bands are higher, so we'll see. It could get me up to $68k/year, which would be amazing. Like an extra $800/mo.
I'm 100% in uncharted territory now as far as pay. Every little bump I get is the most I've ever made. Right now, I'm making about $57k. Which is really good for someone with no degree. I'm pretty happy with that. But now it'll be more, and that's exciting.
I had a glass of wine last night to celebrate. It was very tasty. I will get a bottle of bubbly for when I get the contract on one of the jobs. I'm still a little aflutter.
The thought that there could be two or three depts fighting over me is a bit overwhelming. Like I said earlier, my personal choice would be radiology. I know the workflows, I know who people are, and while I don't know what the actual job is, I know some of it is what I'm already doing with the Cardiac slots. So, the reason we're currently hiring is that we're backfilling for someone who left recently and the two people who are about to be promoted. I don't know if they have someone else they're planning to give the other job, so I sent a message to my friend and let her know to keep an eye out and update her resume.
Today and tomorrow are going to be tough to sit through, knowing that I'll have an interview on Friday. It's unfortunately an in-person interview, but I think I've got my outfit planned. I'm looking at a nice green top, a black pinafore dress, some black tights and my cute flats. It'll contrast well with my purple/red hair, and look professional-but-quirky and hopefully memorable. I definitely want the bidding war for my services.
Okay, time for me to go forth and get a shower and get myself together. Everyone have an outstanding day.
