In the world of banking, the people on the front lines of the industry are known as tellers. These are the people who are expected to help customers with all of their day to day banking needs. It is often a thankless and miserable position to hold. These are their stories. These are their legends… … Continue reading This Lady Was Just the Worst
Work
Cubicle Crush
She just sat there minding her own business. She didn't know that Alex was sitting in the cubicle across from hers, awkwardly gazing in her direction. Maybe that's because she was actually doing her job. Meanwhile, Alex leaned on his hand with a goofy expression on his face. He was like a kid in school … Continue reading Cubicle Crush
You’d Think I’d be Used to It By Now
I go through this every year. The school year begins again and I'm forced to readjust my sleep schedule. I constantly have to convince myself that it's a good idea to go to bed early because I know I have to get up early the next day. But I'm not sleepy at 10:00 p.m. That … Continue reading You’d Think I’d be Used to It By Now
Going on a Job Hunt: Addendum
In considering yesterday's blog post about seeking another job, it occurred to me that there's another very large reason why I would like employment elsewhere. And that is because I'm certain that, if I am forced to continue making the drive every day on these back country roads where there are no apparent rules but … Continue reading Going on a Job Hunt: Addendum
Going on a Job Hunt
Kids, I'm torn. Throughout my life, the only times I've ever sought a change in employment has been when I've become unhappy with my situation. As things are currently, I'm not unhappy with my position. In fact, I still love my job. There are certain aspects of the job that frustrate me, but show me … Continue reading Going on a Job Hunt
9 Reasons Why I Should Have Stayed In Bed This Morning
You know you have days like this. It's not that you're suddenly pessimistic about life in general. You just begin the day and feel like each small choice you make has only done more to make the day a little worse. It's not every day, of course. But today just might have been one of … Continue reading 9 Reasons Why I Should Have Stayed In Bed This Morning
The Single Guy vs. the School Bus
Today was the first day of school. This meant that the Single Guy was back on the job, full time. Sure, he had been putting in hours at the school for the last week or so, but today, the kids returned. He woke up early. He had the best intentions, expecting to arrive at school … Continue reading The Single Guy vs. the School Bus
Updating the Resume
It's a good idea to occasionally pull out the old resume and make some updates. It doesn't matter if you're applying for a new job or not, you just never know when you might need a fresh resume to hand to someone. I'm not saying you should carry around a dozen copies in your briefcase … Continue reading Updating the Resume
Back to Work
Kids, it's that time of year. After enjoying two blissful months off work, it's time for school to start back up. That means that I'll be spending a good eight hours each day hanging out at a tiny elementary school in rural southwest Virginia. To say that the internet is unreliable is an understatement. Those … Continue reading Back to Work
Nice Guy
Do you ever feel like throwing a cactus at a co-worker? Do you ever wish you could blame it on someone that wouldn't get in trouble for it?
The Confusing Middle 