I do.
I've been here since February, after transferring out of the job from literal hell. I lasted in that position for exactly one year and started looking to transfer 9 months in. Before that I worked in the same position for 5 years before realizing I wasn't going anywhere so to move up, I had to move out of that department.
I never used to, but now I'm always thinking a few years ahead. What will happen "if". I'm lucky that I work for a place where there are many many departments and choices. But I'm getting up there in age so I'm looking for my landing spot. I believe I've found it. My big concern is my current boss will retire within a few years and everything could change.
This morning someone I worked with in my first position with this organization came into our offices for a meeting and talked to me while he waited. I asked after everyone, of course. He gave me the rundown and asked if I would consider returning.
"As?" I asked.
"We always have a place for you" (what a bullshitter)
I'm happy where I am. I adore my boss. And that is what I told him.
He said, "You work with all the heavy hitters, I can see you enjoy it".
Yes, indeed. I do.
What I enjoy even more is watching what goes around come around. This same man ASKED me to apply for a position when I worked with him and then offered the job to another man. He explained "it was a "complete surprise" and that the other candidate had more experience. I was crushed, and I was motivated. I privately laughed my ass off when that "more qualified" man declined the offer and no, I was no longer interested. I did move up, and I did it in a different department. Adios.
I continue to move onward. Being single means I get to focus entirely on myself and my goal is to continue to learn and be happy at work. I take no shit. Now, if I could only translate that to my personal life.
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