Geez! I hate that!

[Charliewool]

Originally Posted by jaydee

2 weeks in The Kimberley including 3 days at tropical Broome, 32 degrees,then home to 14, cold and rain.
Clothes drying in front of the heater and tumble dryer.

Can truly relate!

[xkxlxm]

You have to love plastic storage containers. Once they've fallen onto the road - or the supermarket car park like today - and get run over and over they break up into multiple, multiple pieces, progressively smaller and smaller.

[roKWiz]

$ydney for 4 days next week.

[Citroënbender]

Have dropped and broken two inspection lights this past week, and kerbed alloys on two cars. Represents a lot of cash outgoing for slow progress.

[sneaky]

Originally Posted by sneaky

I put a leave notification in at work a few weeks ago, I have now been asked to justify how the company can survive without me..

I have been acting in other people's roles for 5 months this year without anyone filling my position, which means I get to do higher stress roles as well as some parts of my role and that suits the company just fine. But when I want a holiday suddenly it could be a problem.

I spoke to my union rep before I jumped through the company's hoops. If the request for annual leave is declined I will push further with the union.. trying to take a holiday shouldn't be stressful.

I am the lowest paid in my section by a fair margin and somehow I need to explain how the organisation will continue without me - the award states 'organisation' not my section... there are 3500 employees, I don't think I will be missed for a few weeks. If they can't live without me I need to be paid way more than I am.

Leave was approved late last week so I don't have to worry about that now.

I think I should come into the company as a consultant to point out some simple ways we waste money. Like needing three levels of management to approve leave for someone on the lowest rung of the ladder..


now for the part I hate, waiting another 2.5 months until I get my holiday

[jaydee]

Originally Posted by sneaky

Leave was approved late last week so I don't have to worry about that now.

I think I should come into the company as a consultant to point out some simple ways we waste money. Like needing three levels of management to approve leave for someone on the lowest rung of the ladder..


now for the part I hate, waiting another 2.5 months until I get my holiday

Good result.
Start planning what to do on your holiday, will give you something to look forward to.

[Tonz]

people who bleat on FB about someones cat dead on the road but couldnt pick it up...
I had my kids with me
Was on my way to work
etc etc
One stupid bleating annie was going on about a brown & white cat dead on the road, all the wimpers carry on
I had great pleasure in advising the muppets it was a bloody wide rabbit, I had hit coming home late.

[MITCHAY]

I calculated that I'm due for a pay rise on 29/9 but my current duties ends on 30/9

What's worse I will still be doing the same **** whether they extend it or not but my options are opening up and failing that I can flat out resign and be good for a year or two due to not ****ing up my pay. The bonus is it will **** them hard

[DFB FGXR6]

I mean, where do I even start with this?



What am I supposed to say about a 3" sticker?

[GasoLane]

Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

I mean, where do I even start with this?

image

What am I supposed to say about a 3" sticker?

You could say "What the hell am I doing spending money on a sticker?"

[DFB FGXR6]

Originally Posted by GasoLane

You could say "What the hell am I doing spending money on a sticker?"

Ha ha ha, funny! You must be new here?

[GasoLane]

Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

Ha ha ha, funny! You must be new here?

Sorry I should have said "spending money on a single sticker"

[DFB FGXR6]

Originally Posted by GasoLane

Sorry I should have said "spending money on a single sticker"

Again, you must be new here? I bought 4 of them!

[Citroënbender]

Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

…What am I supposed to say about a 3" sticker?

That you’re stuck for words? :p

A while back I griped about people too lazy for delivering local mail that ended up in their box by mistake.

After a council phone call to ask if I’d changed my mailing address, it was determined that the neighbours have been putting my mail back in the post-box when they’ve received it in error. When my letterbox is only fifteen metres away! Fair dinkum!

My solution has been a $48 investment in signposting their flaming letterbox so I can pay my bills on time.

[DFB FGXR6]

Originally Posted by Citroënbender

That you’re stuck for words? :p

A while back I griped about people too lazy for delivering local mail that ended up in their box by mistake.

After a council phone call to ask if I’d changed my mailing address, it was determined that the neighbours have been putting my mail back in the post-box when they’ve received it in error. When my letterbox is only fifteen metres away! Fair dinkum!

My solution has been a $48 investment in signposting their flaming letterbox so I can pay my bills on time.

Some people really lack logical thinking skills, almost as amusing as it is frustrating.

[DFB FGXR6]

Today was one of "those" days at work.

Dealing with the general public is a varied situation, and sometimes, there is a definite pattern to the sort of people who walk through the doors.

Each and every customer today was hard work. No simple requests, very little in the way of intelligence from some and a variety of others who overcomplicated each and every situation. Then there were those who flat out expected discounts for the simple fact that they were spending some money. Not to mention a lady who offended my colleague, who is recovering from cancer treatment, by pointing out that she was wearing a wig. Or someone who couldn't tell the difference between two varieties of plant despite one having yellow flowers and the other having red. Or maybe the well-known doctor who wanted his purchase sprayed with water for no reason I could think of. Throw in a variety of rude comments throughout the day, and you can guess that I was glad to go home and hide at the end of the day, I swear it's going to be a full moon tonight!

And the good news? I get to go and do it all again tomorrow.

[Tonz]

retirement is good, so is working in a country town

[ford71V8]

Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

Today was one of "those" days at work.

Dealing with the general public is a varied situation, and sometimes, there is a definite pattern to the sort of people who walk through the doors.

Each and every customer today was hard work. No simple requests, very little in the way of intelligence from some and a variety of others who overcomplicated each and every situation. Then there were those who flat out expected discounts for the simple fact that they were spending some money. Not to mention a lady who offended my colleague, who is recovering from cancer treatment, by pointing out that she was wearing a wig. Or someone who couldn't tell the difference between two varieties of plant despite one having yellow flowers and the other having red. Or maybe the well-known doctor who wanted his purchase sprayed with water for no reason I could think of. Throw in a variety of rude comments throughout the day, and you can guess that I was glad to go home and hide at the end of the day, I swear it's going to be a full moon tonight!

And the good news? I get to go and do it all again tomorrow.

That was painful to read so I can imagine how you are feeling after dealing with it.

[Itsme]

Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

Today was one of "those" days at work.

Dealing with the general public is a varied situation, and sometimes, there is a definite pattern to the sort of people who walk through the doors.

Each and every customer today was hard work. No simple requests, very little in the way of intelligence from some and a variety of others who overcomplicated each and every situation. Then there were those who flat out expected discounts for the simple fact that they were spending some money. Not to mention a lady who offended my colleague, who is recovering from cancer treatment, by pointing out that she was wearing a wig. Or someone who couldn't tell the difference between two varieties of plant despite one having yellow flowers and the other having red. Or maybe the well-known doctor who wanted his purchase sprayed with water for no reason I could think of. Throw in a variety of rude comments throughout the day, and you can guess that I was glad to go home and hide at the end of the day, I swear it's going to be a full moon tonight!

And the good news? I get to go and do it all again tomorrow.

Sounds like you are in "sales", I suggest you find another career for your sanity.

[DFB FGXR6]

Originally Posted by ford71V8

That was painful to read so I can imagine how you are feeling after dealing with it.

Exhausted! Today was much better, but being an introvert, I'm ready for some alone time!

[DFB FGXR6]

Originally Posted by Itsme

Sounds like you are in "sales", I suggest you find another career for your sanity.

Bingo!

I'm only there for the plants, the people tire me.

[danzvtil]

Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

Today was one of "those" days at work.

Dealing with the general public is a varied situation, and sometimes, there is a definite pattern to the sort of people who walk through the doors.

Each and every customer today was hard work. No simple requests, very little in the way of intelligence from some and a variety of others who overcomplicated each and every situation. Then there were those who flat out expected discounts for the simple fact that they were spending some money. Not to mention a lady who offended my colleague, who is recovering from cancer treatment, by pointing out that she was wearing a wig. Or someone who couldn't tell the difference between two varieties of plant despite one having yellow flowers and the other having red. Or maybe the well-known doctor who wanted his purchase sprayed with water for no reason I could think of. Throw in a variety of rude comments throughout the day, and you can guess that I was glad to go home and hide at the end of the day, I swear it's going to be a full moon tonight!

And the good news? I get to go and do it all again tomorrow.

It’s stories like these that tell me getting out of sales was the right thing to do. Some days I ride a mower like forest gump with my tunes and not a another person to be found;)

[DFB FGXR6]

Originally Posted by danzvtil

It’s stories like these that tell me getting out of sales was the right thing to do. Some days I ride a mower like forest gump with my tunes and not a another person to be found;)

I kind of love it if I have something to do down the back behind the scenes and out of customer view.

The ones that peeve me off are generally unrealistic in what they are asking for, unrealistic in what they think I can deliver or just downright rude. If I take the time to give you information and buying suggestions while guiding you every step of the way, don't answer your phone mid conversation, don't be outright dick in pointing out that Bunnings are cheaper, don't expect to be able to just snap your fingers and have exactly what you want right then and there when these are living plants subject to a variety of influences. And don't make me stand there while you speak to your wife/husband/friend in another language that I can't understand, or perhaps refrain from having a domestic argument until you get back home, or the car at the very least. And another thing, older gentleman in particular, don't argue with me about how something will fit in your car; I do this all day long and have done so for 18 years, I know what works and what doesn't, if say it's best laid down or positioned a certain way it's because I know what is best for the plant.

Having said all of this, I do have some lovely regular customers that make the whole thing worthwhile. These are the sort who know be by name and enjoy the whole buying process, respect my knowledge and respect the asking price reflects the quality of product and quality of service.

[Tonz]

aint that the truth the gumpies are mostly few and far between, and 90% are good honest beautiful people but hell those grumpies can sure mess up your day.

[Itsme]

Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6

I kind of love it if I have something to do down the back behind the scenes and out of customer view.

The ones that peeve me off are generally unrealistic in what they are asking for, unrealistic in what they think I can deliver or just downright rude. If I take the time to give you information and buying suggestions while guiding you every step of the way, don't answer your phone mid conversation, don't be outright dick in pointing out that Bunnings are cheaper, don't expect to be able to just snap your fingers and have exactly what you want right then and there when these are living plants subject to a variety of influences. And don't make me stand there while you speak to your wife/husband/friend in another language that I can't understand, or perhaps refrain from having a domestic argument until you get back home, or the car at the very least. And another thing, older gentleman in particular, don't argue with me about how something will fit in your car; I do this all day long and have done so for 18 years, I know what works and what doesn't, if say it's best laid down or positioned a certain way it's because I know what is best for the plant.

Having said all of this, I do have some lovely regular customers that make the whole thing worthwhile. These are the sort who know be by name and enjoy the whole buying process, respect my knowledge and respect the asking price reflects the quality of product and quality of service.

You know the old saying does not matter where you work there is always someone who going to give you the ****s.
I tend to switch off.

That's life.

[Tassie f100]

Originally Posted by Tonz

aint that the truth the gumpies are mostly few and far between, and 90% are good honest beautiful people but hell those grumpies can sure mess up your day.

When I was working with the public I found the first couple of customers for the day set the mood.If they were good I found the annoying ones weren’t as bad compared to if the first couple were annoying

[Tonz]

when I first started work it was the corner grocery store and we did deliveries from 7.30AM as a lust ful lil teenager the mumsies were always a joy to visit.

[Citroënbender]

Fleabay: Just because a transaction involves multiple communications between buyer and seller, does not make it a problem. The only problem was persistent and unnecessary messages from Fleabay asking if I needed help with my purchase. Then they followed up with something like “how could we help you better next time?” - I had run out of patience by then.

[Tonz]

I clicked on send and it only went to postimage....not happy

[.:4:.]

Hmmmm, had to replace the bog roll. Went to the pack of poo tickets, grabbed one. The cardboard former came out but not the roll of tickets. Never had that happen. A roll of 3 ply with no former.