Posted by: Chempergrill
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[–] ilikeskittles 0 points 6 points 6 points (+6|-0) ago
Well I gave up on Corp America about 18 years ago. Work as an independent contractor\self employed now. But, when I worked in Corp America, couple rules. Never get personally involved with anyone at work. Don't tell anyone about your personal life, don't get involved in theirs. Feel free to eat lunch with people that are pleasant, just keep them at arms length. Never drinks after work, unless its a department or bigger function. Then have two drinks, be pleasant and leave. Don't get upset about stuff, if someone needs corrected, do it, state the facts, move on. Nothing at work is worth getting pissed about. It's all bullshit anyway. Do your job go home or hang out with friends not from work.
[–] Chempergrill [S] ago
Glad you got out.
That's great advice. I shared too much at my first corp job because I didn't know any better. Made some friends along the way, but it cost me.
That's so important.
[–] ilikeskittles 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Glad I could be of assistance. I learned all that the hard way, so if I can help somebody avoid some of the shit I went through, that makes me happy.
[–] Sosacms 0 points 4 points 4 points (+4|-0) ago
Shut up, keep your head down, and do your job.
[–] 587rex 0 points 3 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago
Do only what you need to do & go home.
- from an HR attorney
[–] Chempergrill [S] 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Thank you
[–] watch_listed 0 points 3 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago
Always keep your resume and references up to date. There's always a better job out there, the best time to find it is when you already have one.
[–] ilikeskittles 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago (edited ago)
@Chempergrill this is also very good advice. I'd add never stop looking for a different job. Even if you like the one you have. Always keep one in your back pocket.
[–] Chempergrill [S] ago (edited ago)
Yes, thank you
[–] 587rex 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
Learn how to write. Ever see the old Dragnet TV series? When you end up involved as an issue, learn to document what happened. Date, time, employees, topic, problem.
Being able to document this bullshit may save your job.