We hired her right out of university a couple years ago so she is probably around 25, pretty and an aspiring actress and singer. My friend saw her in an off off broadway play and said her voice had good range. She's actually taken a leave of absence to pursue that acting career only recently returning to her 'day job'. I've worked on jobs with her and she is very good worker. (She hadn't heard or seen any HoneyMooners episodes- which immediately made me suspect) Before I go further with my story I should say I have great respect for artsy people as I cannot draw, sing or whittle. So those who can always amaze me. They strike me as a different breed.
I understand she asked to go part time and was declined. We have two part time people - myself and a bright lady, with 3 kids, who is kind of a business manager. We, meaning the business I work for generally don't do part time. I got it because of three reasons -the work I do is pretty specialized I have both technical and business skills. I just came back from the second knee and my mobility isn't what it used to be. As much as I wish it were otherwise but sometimes my legs get sore and I think about how much walking I need to do even just going for lunch. Finally I my 35th year anniversary last week and am well regarded.
It came to my attention that our actress spoke to my partner and complained that it's not fair 'Ray works part time... If they'd let me work from home I could get more sleep.' My partner pointed to the 35 year award on my self and basically said you aren't Ray.
He also told her you need to choose.
I am enjoying my 3 day work week, I'm productive and the work is challenging and I'd like to continue doing so for a while while longer. Having anyone draw attention to my special situation can't be good for my cause. I also can't help but think how selfish this gal is.. what if management said ok you are right it is unfair.. starting next week no part timers.
I don't plan on saying anything but I can't help but wonder if all thespians are a self centered lot? Or am I seeing this all wrong?
I understand she asked to go part time and was declined. We have two part time people - myself and a bright lady, with 3 kids, who is kind of a business manager. We, meaning the business I work for generally don't do part time. I got it because of three reasons -the work I do is pretty specialized I have both technical and business skills. I just came back from the second knee and my mobility isn't what it used to be. As much as I wish it were otherwise but sometimes my legs get sore and I think about how much walking I need to do even just going for lunch. Finally I my 35th year anniversary last week and am well regarded.
It came to my attention that our actress spoke to my partner and complained that it's not fair 'Ray works part time... If they'd let me work from home I could get more sleep.' My partner pointed to the 35 year award on my self and basically said you aren't Ray.
He also told her you need to choose.
I am enjoying my 3 day work week, I'm productive and the work is challenging and I'd like to continue doing so for a while while longer. Having anyone draw attention to my special situation can't be good for my cause. I also can't help but think how selfish this gal is.. what if management said ok you are right it is unfair.. starting next week no part timers.
I don't plan on saying anything but I can't help but wonder if all thespians are a self centered lot? Or am I seeing this all wrong?
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