"I'm terribly vexed."

There was issue with my wage that I discovered about a month ago. When I became an assistant manager, I was led to believe that I would get paid a certain amount of money. It wasn’t much, but I felt it was good enough to tide me over until I could either gain more experience with an internship or until I went to law-school. Well it turns out that the wage increase only goes into effect when I am actually traveling. The wage that I am at now, barely covers my bills. I can not live like that.

I am now looking for a job again. I haven’t quit the one I am at but I am looking. I have asked my friends to keep an eye out for me and so I am trying to keep my hopes up. So dear bloggers, if you know of any job possibilities, I don’t care how remote, I’d appreciate if you would contact me. I have experience in the office environment (state legislature and community services) and in retail. I’d really like to get back into an office, however.

Comments

Brenda said…
I think the part that's the worst isn't the money, but the disappoint that came with the realization. I hope you find something quickly. I'm in the middle of No Where Texas, so I doubt I can help you, but I will keep you in my thoughts and send positive thoughts your way.
Mon Jul 17, 11:30:00 PM EDT
Minge said…
There are loads of jobs going in Edinburgh at the moment.
Tue Jul 18, 05:28:00 AM EDT
PJS said…
Are you looking to stay local or to relocate? (Not that I know of anything, per se, just curious.)
Tue Jul 18, 10:01:00 AM EDT
David said…
Brenda: Yeah, not only do I feel disappointed but I feel kind of dumb because I should have made sure that I was getting that raise permanently when I accepted the position. Lesson learned. Thanks for you positive thoughts as well as your comment. You have my best wishes for you and your family! :)

Minge: That would be awesome if I could get a job in Britain (Well, maybe not Whales.) Not to mention it would make my Anglophile sister insanely jealous.

PJS: Even though it scarely the willies out of me, I would love to relocate. I think that getting out of this area right now may be good for me. Other than.... Alaska... and North Dakota... I really am open to anything at this point.
Tue Jul 18, 11:32:00 AM EDT
Unknown said…
You should put together a resume and submit it to some headhunter places. Couldn't hurt...

Hi btw...
Tue Jul 18, 05:53:00 PM EDT
Anonymous said…
You're damn right it'd make me jealous, sheesh. You better believe that you'd be hosting my frequent visitations ^____^
Tue Jul 18, 09:29:00 PM EDT
David said…
Hey Herb! I will be starting that the next day I have off. God help the Michigan Works person who picks up my case too. Heh heh.
Wed Jul 19, 08:13:00 AM EDT
Anonymous said…
Hey if you are wanting to do retail at all I know that they are hiring an assistant manager at Eddie Bower and are hiring part-time at kirkland's. I understand wanting out of retail. I've only worked true retail for about 6 mo. and I am ready to give my 2 weeks notice. Good Luck. If I hear of anything I'll let you know.
Wed Jul 19, 11:27:00 PM EDT
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