So much has been going on lately here in the little town of Sandpoint, ID. Especially in my life. I feel like I have been on a roller-coaster. Only it hasn't been a fun one where I throw my hands in the air and carelessly scream. It's more like one those roller-coasters that makes you sick. Where you hit your head so hard on the head rest that you get one of those headaches that knocks you out for days. This particular ride makes your stomach churn and you count down the seconds/minutes/hours/days/weeks till it's over. This roller-coaster has been challenging, and to put it lightly (without saying too much) pretty much a complete and utterly miserable catastrophe...
let' s just title my roller-coaster:
The reality of my job
This is the true account of what I have been dealing with, without disclosing too much information. Really it's frustration more than anything! I started working in the theater industry about 5 years ago. I am coming up on my 5 year anniversary this Halloween! Wow time flies by so fast. OK, so here we go - I will break it down.
Late September:
The owners of the company introduced changes in my work facility by a swift and rapid change in management. I was to remain the assistant manager, but the way the schedule was to be done would change my daily duties drastically.
Instead of managing shifts and taking on responsibilities that you would commonly see in management positions in other businesses, I was now a glorified box office associate. I went from the top, twelve steps backwards to the bottom. All the while attempting to slowly train the new manager in the new facility. Being that this theater is run different then the other theaters this individual has worked at, I was valuable and a key asset... for like 3 days.
Early October:
The changes had effected all my coworkers. But my attitude has been that life isn't always fair, and we deal with whatever is thrown at us. I started to dread going to work. Not because of who I was working with or for, but my job was unrewarding. It is like being given a bowl of candy as a kid, and told you can only sit and look at it. You can't even ask questions regarding the candy and why you cannot partake of it! This is my job in a nut-shell.
Then we get robbed. No idea who did it or where the money is now, but it is irritating that you can't trust anyone! I am still working with someone who is dishonest. I cannot fathom why any of the other 4 who it could potentially be, would do such a thing. I think due to my religious background I always see the light in each individual I come in contact with. I never want to think that I can't trust my friends and/or coworkers. The total dollar amount is somewhere around the mid 12,000 and the investigation is still on-going. Last night the investigating officer came in and asked me if I would verbally agree to a polygraph. They need an agreement from each of the 5 who had safe combination's and keys to move forward in the case. Although, she did say some of us may not be tested...but we all have to agree in order for the prosecutors office to order the polygraphs. ugh, why does stuff like this even happen? Can't everyone just be trustworthy in all their endeavors. I guess not.
Present time:
Work is a horrible, miserable, no good, very bad time. I never get excited to go in, and I usually can't wait to clock off. I feel like I'm 16 again with all the drama that goes on downstairs, when I have become accustomed to working upstairs. My position has become a confusing game of telephone and I'm always tired and stressed out. I'm beside myself. I go back to school in January and I can hold on that long but I can't say that it's a pleasant experience. In fact, I have never been so disrespected and belittled in a managerial setting in my life. Without saying too much, all I can say is . . . wow:(
But on a much lighter note, I get to see my sister in a couple weeks! I can't wait...it's a much needed break away from reality. I know in life you won't always like your coworkers or get along with your boss - but really...?
The reality of my job
This is the true account of what I have been dealing with, without disclosing too much information. Really it's frustration more than anything! I started working in the theater industry about 5 years ago. I am coming up on my 5 year anniversary this Halloween! Wow time flies by so fast. OK, so here we go - I will break it down.
Late September:
The owners of the company introduced changes in my work facility by a swift and rapid change in management. I was to remain the assistant manager, but the way the schedule was to be done would change my daily duties drastically.
Instead of managing shifts and taking on responsibilities that you would commonly see in management positions in other businesses, I was now a glorified box office associate. I went from the top, twelve steps backwards to the bottom. All the while attempting to slowly train the new manager in the new facility. Being that this theater is run different then the other theaters this individual has worked at, I was valuable and a key asset... for like 3 days.
Early October:
The changes had effected all my coworkers. But my attitude has been that life isn't always fair, and we deal with whatever is thrown at us. I started to dread going to work. Not because of who I was working with or for, but my job was unrewarding. It is like being given a bowl of candy as a kid, and told you can only sit and look at it. You can't even ask questions regarding the candy and why you cannot partake of it! This is my job in a nut-shell.
Then we get robbed. No idea who did it or where the money is now, but it is irritating that you can't trust anyone! I am still working with someone who is dishonest. I cannot fathom why any of the other 4 who it could potentially be, would do such a thing. I think due to my religious background I always see the light in each individual I come in contact with. I never want to think that I can't trust my friends and/or coworkers. The total dollar amount is somewhere around the mid 12,000 and the investigation is still on-going. Last night the investigating officer came in and asked me if I would verbally agree to a polygraph. They need an agreement from each of the 5 who had safe combination's and keys to move forward in the case. Although, she did say some of us may not be tested...but we all have to agree in order for the prosecutors office to order the polygraphs. ugh, why does stuff like this even happen? Can't everyone just be trustworthy in all their endeavors. I guess not.
Present time:
Work is a horrible, miserable, no good, very bad time. I never get excited to go in, and I usually can't wait to clock off. I feel like I'm 16 again with all the drama that goes on downstairs, when I have become accustomed to working upstairs. My position has become a confusing game of telephone and I'm always tired and stressed out. I'm beside myself. I go back to school in January and I can hold on that long but I can't say that it's a pleasant experience. In fact, I have never been so disrespected and belittled in a managerial setting in my life. Without saying too much, all I can say is . . . wow:(
But on a much lighter note, I get to see my sister in a couple weeks! I can't wait...it's a much needed break away from reality. I know in life you won't always like your coworkers or get along with your boss - but really...?
1 comments:
That is right. Your job might suck...but BOY do I have a weekend planned for YOU here in Rexburg. I will ask David Archuleta to send you hugs and kisses in his next video blog. He makes all things better. When you are down...just listen to his CD and he'll pick you up again. Archie never lets his true fans down. LOVE YOU!
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