Winds of change
I've been staring at the screen for 30 minutes trying to figure out how to put this. I love what I do. I believe the fact that I love being a programmer has allowed me to continue to thrive in a situation that I think most people would describe as intolerable. A series of events combined a few months ago that forever changed my opinion of my job. I won't go into details, but that something happened. To put it simply, a fuse was blown.
I had been loyal to a company that gave me an opportunity. I was dedicated to a product that I had poured my heart and soul into for over 3 years. But at the same time, I came to realize that my hard work, endless patience, and extra hours were expected not appreciated. I endured ridiculous rules, an absence of support, and a lack of respect. My concerns were trivialize. My personal time imposed upon.
I could tell countless horror stories, but that's not important just now. I know what I must do, but change is always scary.
However I have been looking for a new job for several months. I had an interview last week with Aldor Solutions. They are a small company, but have a completely different feel. The people there talk with excitement about their jobs. They strike a balance between hard work and fun. Best of all it's people I'm already familiar with. I know several of them from Jiu-Jitsu lessons. In fact the gentlemen I interviewed with is an instructor I have rolled with before. I'm looking forward to the new challenges and new opportunities that this will present. I'm ready to work someplace where I can be excited to go to work again.
9:04 PM Posted by Big Dave
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, at 8:43 PM
Dave, that is really a bummer about your previous job. I know how you feel. Look on the bright side, this will make you stronger. Hey, tell me more about Aldor solutions... there is a guy named Josh there, is he the Karate guy?
Mike Lee