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Krust

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Okay, so this is me whining and bitching.

So, at work, I had discovered how do something that most people should know how to do within the database we use. Everyone is capable of doing this task, but I am the one of the few that has actually figured it out. In finding this out, and realizing I was one of the 2 that did, I used this to my advantage. Now, I haven't hidden it from anyone, I just haven't gone and shown everyone how to use this function.

So, this may make no sense to you, but I'm going to keep going.

So, using this function, I am able to pull reports for everyone within my department. and my Supervisor comes to me and requests that I pull them. and it makes me feel important and I guess slightly empowered. (My supervisor doesn't even know how to do it...)

So, today this little twit, I do not enjoy, after having a meeting with my manager came to me and requested I show her how to pull these reports. Which means my supervisor has appointed her to head some sort of project. I might rip my hair out, because I truly feel she does not deserve it. She already thinks she's all high and mighty for other shit she does. She doesn't help anyone else out but herself. My stomach is in knots. Boo, and my supervisor just requested she be included in an email that includes another report, that until now, I was the only one in my department privy to that information...

I know I'm being extremely selfish. and I apologize, I just needed to vent.

Posted 2 years ago #
LisaMarie

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Let it out mama... Let it out!!!

Posted 2 years ago #
Krust

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I know it's a little PMS, but I feel like something is being taken away form me, or I'm worried it will be or something... :(

Posted 2 years ago #
zigx

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Dude, can you do something like take the lead on it and say like.. Sure i can show you...

Then maybe document the process, integrate it into the company's documentation some how... and then email out All people who may need to know how to do it?

basically make it clear that you are explaining that shit to her... And everyone else.

At least u can assert the fact that u are training peeps on it?

Posted 2 years ago #
CDiddy

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That's not being selfish!

It's an advantage that you were able to create for yourself, and it was up for grabs for anyone else to use as long as they figured it out by their damn selves!!

That's how it works. If I were in your exact situation, I would feel the same way! I would probably be an assohole and try to explain it all super hard style to her so that hopefully when she tries to do it herself she wouldn't be able to. But I'm super mean sometimes, so I wouldn't suggest that.

Here's the good news.... it was bound to happen whether it be now or a year from now. So the difference is that your supervisor realized it's a good tool NOW (even though s/he can't figure it out) and wants to utilize it to its potential. Just take a moment to relax and keep your eyes open for your next secret advantage to come along!

Posted 2 years ago #
CDiddy

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Oh man, Mario's approach is way more chill and illustrative.

God, I really am a bitch.

Posted 2 years ago #
zigx

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haha i guess we posted @ the same time... damn the board is hella active.

Krusty von krustenstein,

i also forgot to mention that it's totally not selfish... thats how u get the leg up. I've recently been attending higher level mgmt meetings @ work and the amount of info i have access to now is insance... budgets, pay distributions, processes, etc. We are basically shaping a new way to reorganize the company and it's like all the info this team is exposed to widens the gap between us and "them".

hella fucked up way to think/look at it, but i guess that's just how it is.

So find some other shit to exploit then use it! muahahahah

Posted 2 years ago #
Krust

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You guys are amazing!
Thank you.
This is awesome.

You're totally right, Cdiddy, it was bound to happen sooner or later... And thank you for bringing that to my attention.

I am going to formulate a plan of action.
I may go with something like Mario explained and map it out for everyone to use.
This way at least she can't act all high and mighty about it over my comrades.
I swear I don't act high and mighty... I know I am at the same level as everyone else, and I act as such. I'm just... careful about things I guess.
This is the best job I've had. Period.

God, I can hear her talking...... puke.

Posted 2 years ago #
LisaMarie

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Yeah EXCEPT the fact that Krust is the ONLY one in her department to receive a BRAND NEW APPLE DESKTOP!!!

And Christina... I'm a secret bitch at heart and pretty much live off having the upper hand in all situations at all times... And while both approaches are an excellent way of doing things, in theory your so-called bitchy way is the best way!

Posted 2 years ago #
LisaMarie

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But... Krust is def not high and mighty in any sense

Posted 2 years ago #
Krust

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LOL.

I do love the advice, all of it.

I'm horrible at the bitchy thing.
But, I am thinking about giving it a try this afternoon hen I have to sit with her and show her.
But come tomorrow I may just tell everyone... :)

Posted 2 years ago #
Krust

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This is probably a good thing...
I've been sitting here thinking about enrolling in classes, again...
Of course, I always "Think" about it.

Maybe this will be the push I need, to start bettering my education.
I do not want to be at the same level as this chick... which is very high and mighty of me to say... :/

Posted 2 years ago #
LisaMarie

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Do it Krust... An education is never a waste... And then you will be the one who ALWAYS has the upper hand :)

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zigx

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imo the bitch way is not the best way at all.

You cannot stomp people from below, you know? You have to get next to them, then jump higher than their head... and come smashing down.

Aka, unmushroomed mario jumping, landing on a bad guy, shooting the shell... then getting the mushroom Right after.

Posted 2 years ago #
zigx

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I'm a secret bitch at heart and pretty much live off having the upper hand in all situations at all times

damn, that is so shady.... so now do i have to over analyze the root motivation in all of your actions? lol

Posted 2 years ago #
Krust

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Nice analogy, Mario...

Damn.

Posted 2 years ago #
zigx

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there are people @ my work with pretty senior positions who probably got there like that... hella cut throat.

Both just lost their jobs a few months ago.

i just think being on good terms with people is really important... not to get your way, but mainly because its a better environment to live and thrive in.

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LisaMarie

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Ok..

So basically in any business situation... the ultimate motivation is to come out on top...

Whether it be amongst competitors, same level co-workers, group projects... The whole point of business in general is to be the best at what you do!

Profits, gains, expanding, growing, stocks, advertising... Whatever the forum may be... So yeah having the upper hand is something I always strive to have in a business and personal situations.

No underlying motivation... I just want to strive for the ultimate goal :)

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LisaMarie

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P.S. Bill Gates did not become the richest man alive by pussy footing around and being nice to everyone...

You gotta do what you gotta do!

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LisaMarie

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P.P.S. I'm pounding Macaroni and Cheese right now... So effing GOOD!

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nickn

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I agree with mario above. You should create a process on how to do these reports on Powerpoint or simply on Word processor with screenshots. Do a search for screenprint32 on google and download that shit. You can take a screen shot of any part of ur screen without having to crop it down later. Its good for these processes things. I have created a bunch of processes for things just like running reports.
Download that and then ask me questions if need be.
I can email you some examples i have created if need be, let me know.

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CDiddy

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Ah, this thread is a good one. I have to first of all shout out to my fellow undercover bitch, Lisa-- I'm glad to know I have a sister on the board!!

Krustalicious: This annoying ass face (girl who works with you) is well.. an ass face. Okay, so I guess I said what I wanted to say about that. BUT.... RE:

"I do not want to be at the same level as this chick... which is very high and mighty of me to say... :/"

That is NOT high & mighty of you to say... it's the first step to a new realization. Whether it brings you to better your level of education or basically just strive to NOT be on the same level as her. I can't stress enough how it's a great feeling, not an overly confident one. In classes, when people who I thought were freaking idiots would get close to the same score or whatever as me.. I would be like WHAT THE EFF, there's no way this is happening, and then I'd dominate the next exam/project/whatever. That's kind of a lame example, but I think it conveys my point.

This is good fuel for your personal success! Plus thinking about taking classes? GOOD idea!! I majored in Political Science & Business Marketing and then graduated and was like... uhmm.. I have a huge interest in Psychology-- so I am actually taking a couple of evening classes at a JC down here starting next week! BLAM!

RE: Mario's bitch bashing session --

The bitch way is NOT the way to take care of everything or even most things for that matter-- I wasn't trying to say that. What I wanted to convey is have your shit on lock down at all times! Don't be afraid to show a stern side if you absolutely need to, but I agree with Mario in that being in the good graces of everyone from the janitor to your equals to the C freakin E O is muy importante! You will need every single person to actually LIKE you to get to the top and stay there. It's true!

But like I said... sometimes you'll have to whip out the death stare-- just use it sparingly and with caution!

I can't believe I just sat there and preached, yikes!

Everything I said summed up: YOU GO GIRL!!

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CDiddy

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Oh shit, all this posting happened while I was formulating a response! Yikes!

Mac N Cheese = MONEY!! mmmm

100% agree with Lisa's recent post.. ultimate goal and Bill Gates

Lisa is the bomb dot com!

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zigx

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this is my favorite thread on the board... aside from funny pics

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nickn

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Someone suggest tarining her so its hard for her and she might fuck up. Ya, that will be good if she fucked up, but rem!!! Your trained her, so not a good idea, they might not want you training in th future unless you show you can take the lead. Just a thought

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LisaMarie

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I love it when we can talk about things other that poo and mortuaries...

Although don't get me wrong... I LOVE poo talk!

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zigx

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That's a good point Nick... we are implementing a curriculum for training people @ work and one of the concerns was exactly that. People are going to be graded and scored... and have that factored into their evaluations -- one guy was like... well what if the trainer sux?

So trainers will have to be tested as well... and u could easily look like a fuck face if you trained her to do the Wrong shit LoL... but it would be awesome.

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Krust

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I am loving the response this is getting.
After being so absent on the board, to come back to THIS!!!!
I Love you fools.

Fuck, Nick, I'm going to look into that shit you're talking about, and I will hit you up if I need to for sure. Thanks.

I am formulating my plan...
I agree with everyone. I'm a very agreeable person which is partially why the bitchiness doesn't come as easily to me, I think. But I do need to learn how put my foot down in other situations.... which is why I'm worried things are being taken away from me. My supervisor as asked me to hand out task to my coworkers and follow up with said tasks and confirm things have been done, and if not, find out why and do something about it... But, these people are still my peers, so I find it hard taken that role and bossing them around. So, I have come up with my own appropriate respectful way of following through with these things my supervisor has requested...

Crap, meeting now... and then the training begins....

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CDiddy

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I love poo talk, too-- but this is a bomb ass thread. Making my day!

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nickn

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Let me know if you need help, I can show you in person. You should come up with spreadsheets to keep track on people projects. And make priorities for things that have more importance. Ide be glad to help you with excel goodies. You can do anything on excel.

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carolizzle

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i also LOVE excel and would be happy to help you make anything! i seriously make all kinds of spreadsheets for myself - excel is fucking awesome.

my roommate was in a similar situation where she figured out how to do things and then her boss wanted her to train others. she ended up giving a power point presentation to people in her department and training them how to do it - great start if you're looking to take on more of a leadership role in your job.

and as for incompetent ass faces - dude i completely feel your frustration. i worked with a complete moron for a while after i graduated from college and she had more seniority than me so she thought it entitled her. she even told me i didn't deserve to be paid the same as her because she had more experience and she had two kids (but in my defense i had some experience and way more education, and i wasn't the idiot that had two kids before graduating high school). it totally sucked at the time, but there was also some satisfaction knowing that the boss liked me better, liked my work, and helped me get promoted over her. like mario and others have said - it's important to be likable and do your best!

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zigx

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off subject but... we need some tags for this thread.

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LisaMarie

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I would like to ask for help!

I want to make spread sheets here at work..

Like how much of a certain type of glass we're using on a daily/monthly basis.

I would seriously pay someone to come to my office and sit with me for an hour or two and show me how to get it started!

:)

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nickn

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I would be happy to :)))
Just let me know Leese. We can go over it outside ur office too. Just email the current ones you use now and we can just rework the info. Excel will make ur job soo much easier.

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Krust

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I LOVE Excel as well!!!!
Excel is part of what is involved in this...
I just finished my one on one training with her.
Whew...
I'm off for a relaxing day at the salon now.

Tomorrow GROUP TRAINING!!!!

:D

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