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Re: Disapointed at work

by maetrics (Sexton)
on Aug 02, 2004 at 21:16 UTC ( [id://379431]=note: print w/replies, xml ) Need Help??


in reply to Disapointed at work

You're not being exploited, get over it.

People who work at gun point are exploited, we call them slaves. You have the choice to look for more work. You are an asset to your company, thats why they pay you. If you feel that its unfair for them to show you off as a capable person who can do the job, then choose another company who will undervalue your worth.

I went to high school once, never got paid for it. I read a book yesturday, didnt get paid for that either. Heck, I'm here on this website, because the only guy who knew perl left, and I'm not getting paid to learn it.

What I suggest is that you work on your negoitation skills a bit more. You sound like you're looking for a reason to leave your company (espically after you ask for a raise and they deny you). At the next company, think about the wage they're offering you and what they expect in return.

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Re^2: Disapointed at work
by monsieur_champs (Curate) on Aug 03, 2004 at 14:46 UTC

    Dear maetrics

    If you feel that its unfair for them to show you off as a capable person who can do the job, then choose another company who will undervalue your worth.

    You're right. Unfortunatelly, you missed a single point, that is not obvious, as you're not inserted into the brazilian software building market: we're suffering from (yet another) employment crisis here. There are just a few opportunities for qualified folks. I can't just throw a job away and look for another. I'm looking for another job for an year, now. I feel exploited, and don't like this. But I need to pay my bills, and eat, and study, and wear clothes. My current employer knows that there is few jobs available, and is not worried if I get out.


    What I suggest is that you work on your negoitation skills a bit more. You sound like you're looking for a reason to leave your company(...)

    Oh, hum... well, actually, I'm looking for a diplomatic solution. I'm trying not to leave this company, as I negotiated a good amount for compensation, taking into consideration my role here. I would love if there are more job offers outside there, so I could just talk gently to my boss. Sure he would listen to me if there are more job offers than qualified professionals.

Re^2: Disapointed at work
by toma (Vicar) on Aug 04, 2004 at 15:01 UTC
    > ...You are an asset to your company...

    That reminds me of a communication lunch that I had with a vice president who offered this priceless gem:

    We like to say that our employees are our biggest asset, but they're actually an expense.
    A profit-sharing program is an excellent way for a company to make individual contributors feel good about making extra investments in education, working extra hours, etc. The vice president was actually explaining the complexities of the accounting system used to calculate the profit sharing bonuses when he said the above quote.

    Look for a good incentive program in your next company. If you start your own company and can hire people, you might consider implementing a profit-sharing program.

    It should work perfectly the first time! - toma
Re^2: Disapointed at work
by inman (Curate) on Aug 03, 2004 at 14:26 UTC
    You could argue that someone is being exploited if they feel (and it is down to the perception of the individual) that their pay and conditions are worse than what they could reasonably expect. A typical example would be someone who was working long hours for low pay.

    The OP is clearly unhappy that their efforts at self improvement have not been recognised until it is to the advantage of their employer. Whether this situation is classed as exploitation depends on the level of hardship that the OP feels that they are facing.

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