I got a job offer

[lizziegrace]

Everything we discussed was acceptable for the most part - it includes a huge pay cut from what I was making at my last job but I knew that going in. I asked that he put it in writing and I'd confirm with him once I've had some time to think about it. Deadline is noon tomorrow. It's a good company and they really want me to come to work with them.

[Parche]

1. Congratulations

Hopefully it is what you want!!!!

:woohoo: :hi:

[lizziegrace]

4. Good to see you back, trouble...

:hug:

[mnhtnbb]

2. Congrats! Maybe going home isn't meant to happen right now.

But a job offer! Hooray!

:applause:

[TZ]

3. Is it a good job offer?

Would the job in Columbus be better? At least you have options now...

As for being alone up there. Am I correct in thinking you are close to a bunch of fellow DU'ers who can keep you company up there?:hug:

[lizziegrace]

5. The job in Columbus would be much better

but I've left two messages for the HR contact who called me Friday and he hasn't called me back to schedule an interview. I can't wait much longer and don't want to put off the company who extended a real offer. I've made my decision and will move on...

[KitchenWitch]

6. Well it is something.

:hug:

Sorry it is so difficult.

[lizziegrace]

18. It's the economy

this company is full of good people. Everyone's hurting right now.

[KitchenWitch]

21. Yes...

:hug:

[Dangerously Amused]

7. OMG OMG OMG!!!!!!!!

:bounce:


Thank GOD. I REALLY did not want to have to move that freaking couch again! ;)


:7

[lizziegrace]

9. Coward...

;)

[lizziegrace]

8. The hospital just called

they're at least a month out from hiring for the position and there's no guarantee I'd be the one getting the offer. I asked not to be considered for the position. Time to move on...

[1gobluedem]

10. Bummer about the pay cut

But I say take the job. You can always keep looking.

Congrats, though, even if it isn't what you wanted. It's a job, it's a start!

[lizziegrace]

11. It will work out there

:)

[malta blue]

12. congrats

:hug:

I'm sorry you aren't headed home just yet, but it's a step in the right direction.

[lizziegrace]

14. This will have to be home

:hug:

[Project Grudge]

13. just keep swimming

congrats. we all do what we can in these bad economic times. things will look up.

[lizziegrace]

20. Thanks...

:hug:

[GOPisEvil]

15. Congratulations!

Sorry about the pay cut, but it's a start! :hug:

[lizziegrace]

22. Thanks

the pay is in line with the job. And it's good. And it beats unemployment... ;)

[billyskank]

16. Is a hug in order?

:hug:

[lizziegrace]

17. I'll always take a hug

:hug:

[InternalDialogue]

19. Congratulations, lizzie.

Sorry it couldn't be the perfect job in the perfect place for you, but it's a step. I'm really glad to hear about it.

Hang in there.

:hug:

[lizziegrace]

23. Thanks sweetie...

:hug:

You've always been my biggest cheerleader. :)

It's a good job in a good place. I've thrown my idea of perfect out the window. It doesn't exist.

[Patiod]

25. Remember the words to the song from "Avenue Q"

"It's only for now!"

No reason to throw perfect out the window forever - just for now.

It will be easy once you have something to sit back and be complacent, but keep looking, keep your name out there, stay in touch with people. Even in a bad economy, people DO hire.

Congrats on the stopgap job!

[lizziegrace]

28. I don't think this will be stopgap

I'm tired of traveling. I need to stay put for a while. It'll be fine. :)

[OmahaBlueDog]

24. I've taken pay cuts to get good positions before and always came out ahead long run

Does this gig involve moving, or do you get to stay put?

[lizziegrace]

26. My gut tells me that will be the case here

and no, I'll be staying in Milwaukee for this one.

[lost-in-nj]

27. I am happy for you

:hug:

and hope it all turns out well.......

a pros and cons list is always good.....

:hi:
lost

[lizziegrace]

29. ...

:hug:


Moving back to Columbus would really be for Lelapin and she'll only be there through the summer. No point in leaving really. I just always feel the need to run when I'm trapped or out of options.

[lizziegrace]

30. **UPDATE**

I accepted the offer and start on Friday. Wow. A reason to pay attention to the alarm clock now. :)

[GOPisEvil]

31. Whee!!!!

:bounce:

[lizziegrace]

32. And I don't need new clothes

:)

It's business casual and I've got that.

[GOPisEvil]

35. I love business casual.

Not as much as I love casual casual, but it's better than business attire. :)

[CaliforniaPeggy]

43. What great news, lizzie!

I'm really happy for you!

Congrats, sweetie!

:hug:

[femmocrat]

45. That's great, lizzie! Hope things are looking up for you now!

:hug:

[SallyMander]

47. CONGRATS, lg!!!

I am so happy for you. Sad you won't be coming back to Cbus, but SO glad to hear the good news. :D :bounce: :toast:

:hug:

:loveya:

[auntAgonist]

54. I guess you don't need my chainsaw now?

:hug: I'm so happy (and relieved) for you.


Good luck in the new job. I hope it turns out to be the BEST!

aA
kesha

[lizziegrace]

58. Thank you Kesha

I'm heading out to return a few things and I'll spend the afternoon in the mountain of boxes getting out the rest of the stuff for the house. Time to settle in and finish decorating...

[Shakespeare]

33. Congratulations!!

I know that's an enormous relief for you, and it sounds like you have a good feeling about the company. All good things! :hug:

[lizziegrace]

34. ...

:)

[fudge stripe cookays]

36. Is this the one that our favorite DUer helped you with?

:D

[lizziegrace]

37. Most definitely...

a miracle worker. :)

[fudge stripe cookays]

39. Well, I'm not Emily Post, but...

maybe a thank you might be appreciated?

[lizziegrace]

46. Got it covered

I'm not sure if my guardian angel DUer wants this to be public. :)

[RetroLounge]

38. Yay!

:hug:

RL

[Bullwinkle925]

40. i see that you accepted the offer . . . . .

how are you feeling about things now??

big big hugs to you . .......

[lukasahero]

41. Congratulations!

Glad to hear some good news for you. :)

(PS - if they can't pay you what you want - negotiate extra vacation time!)

[SeattleGirl]

42. Congratulations, lizzie!!!!

I'm now in week 3 of my new job, which I love. (I must confess, though, I won't be letting my breath out until after the end of this week, as it was at the end of week three of my last job that I was fired for "lying" -- their very unprovable charge.)

[bertha katzenengel]

44. EXCELLENT!

:party:

Congratulations, my friend. :hug:

[supernova]

48. So, so happy for you, lizziegrace!

:bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

That's wonderful news and I'm glad that you can stay put for a while.

:hug:

[Jimbo S]

49. GREAT to hear the GREAT news!

And you can continue to grace us Wisconsinites with your presence.

[lizziegrace]

50. I guess I need to suck it up and get my WI license

and transfer title on the cars.

Thanks. :hug:

[lizziegrace]

51. one last kick to thank everyone for the vibes,prayers and wishes

:)

[Heidi]

52. You've got 'em, dear.

From all three of us (head-butts and purrs from The Wiley and Excellent Boy Cat Named Ginger included). :hug:

:loveya:

:*

[lizziegrace]

55. You're my hero

:hug:

I wanna be Heidi when I grow up. :)

[VenusRising]

53. How did I miss this?!

That's great news!!

Congratulations, sweetie! You totally deserve it.

:hug::loveya:

[lizziegrace]

57. You were either working on a scarf

or working with ZodiacIronfist.... :evilgrin:

No, I posted late afternoon yesterday. :hug:

[VenusRising]

59. Must be the first thing.

;)

I'm really happy for you. I know it's not necessarily where you want to be, but it's just a step to something better. :hug:

AND

you'll be able to pay your bills! :bounce:

[lizziegrace]

61. That's the best part

supporting myself and paying the bills.

I'll be coming back at least once more before the holidays to see Lelapin. This time it's for a visit and not for interviews.

:hug:

[VenusRising]

65. We'll be here waiting for you.

:party:

[MissMillie]

56. that's great lizzie!

any opportunity for advancement? That might make up for the pay cut, over time anyway....


:hug:


things are turning your way....

[lizziegrace]

60. definitely a chance for advancement

:)

:hug:

[Haole Girl]

62. Congrats!

Hope this is a good match for you, lizziegrace. Sometimes, a cut in pay is worth it to have better working conditions.

:bounce:

[lizziegrace]

63. My thick skull is finally figuring that out

:)

[LynzM]

64. Congrats, dude!

Hey, whatever it is, it's *something* for now, right? One day at a time. :) :hug:

[lizziegrace]

66. One day at a time..

:hug:

[Arkansas Granny]

67. This is great news lizzie. I hope it all works out for you.

:hug:

[Critters2]

68. Congrats!

So, are you staying in WI, or is this in OH?

Either way, I'm glad it worked out for you!

[ThomCat]

69. I really hope this place is stable

and I hope you really enjoy working there. :hug:

Yay! :toast:

Which state is this job in?