Mass_SkinsFan Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 My slightly crazed mind, and a couple of comments made in the "Do you like your job" thread made me wonder what people think it would be like to work for me in real life. You people have had the (dis)pleasure of getting to know me over approximately the last year, and in order to try and keep that thread somewhat on topic, here's the question... What do you people think it would be like to work for MSF as your boss? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheREALJBird Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 How are the benefits?:whoknows: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCsportsfan53 Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 Will I be chained to two horses and pulled apart if I'm ever late? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsHokieFan Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 Do you believe in mythical concepts like "the weekend" and a "dental plan" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zguy28 Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 Does the hiring process involve ritual bloodletting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mass_SkinsFan Posted November 3, 2006 Author Share Posted November 3, 2006 How are the benefits?:whoknows: The benefits are pretty decent, including medical/dental AND weekends, but I expect people to be on time and to get their assigned work done in a timely manner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mass_SkinsFan Posted November 3, 2006 Author Share Posted November 3, 2006 Does the hiring process involve ritual bloodletting? No, that's reserved for inclusion in the Management Team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoony Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 We all know you're a big softy in real life. I'd love working for you. Party time all the time! ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monte51Coleman Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 You would probably be much better to work for than most will think. I appreciate people who are consistent and who have high standards, people who are not wishy-washy. You would also probably be more fair than most, maybe to a fault, if the employee lived up to your expectations and earned your trust and respect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Destino Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 I don't know what you are like to work with but I suspect that in terms of managment you aren't very accepting of modern concepts. I only work for managers that understand their role as motivators and team leaders - the old school "I'm the boss and everyone will shake in fear" types get laughed at. I refuse to work for people that don't know how to treat people with respect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsHokieFan Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 Adding on to Monte's comment, one thing you are is consistant And seeing how there are fringe benifits, I don't think id have a problem working for you seeing how there would be clear expectations and you would be consistant with regards to those Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoony Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 I only work for managers that understand their role as motivators and team leaders. you sound like zsa zsa ghabor (sp?) :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 Strangely, I'd think we'd get along pretty well. One of things that I don't like is office politics and you're a pretty straight shooter. A no bull **** environment would work well with me. Both of us have high standards and so I think the product would be good. My only worry would be is that you be "It's my way or the highway" and allow no room for creative thinking and innovation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midnight Judges Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 I doubt it would really be that big of a deal. Most people are far less political at work than they are on a message board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The 12th Commandment Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 :laugh: We'd immediately have a go round on the benefits of GIS v CAD. I WOULD eventually convince you that GIS was more effecient but there probably would be some bloodletting before that was accomplished. Other than that I would certainly meet your other criteria and in fact I think it would work out. On a serious note, I will pm you some info on the ESRI version of GIS and how it's been used in utilities. When I convince you, you might have something to take to your bosses that will make you look real smart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCollins Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 I'll bring my suit of armor :laugh: yea no problem as long as we work outside, I hate offices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Predicto Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 Are you one of those bosses that isn't satisfied just because all the work gets done and done well - everyone still has to "look" busy all the time? If so, I could not work for you. My job is very intellectual, and requires a level of focus that you can't really maintain for that long. So, I get my work done in fits and starts throughout the day, and I goof off in between to recharge the batteries and let the issues percolate out in my head in the background. The result is good, thoughtful product. If I had to just grind it out all the time just to satisfy my boss, I would go crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mass_SkinsFan Posted November 3, 2006 Author Share Posted November 3, 2006 Are you one of those bosses that isn't satisfied just because all the work gets done and done well - everyone still has to "look" busy all the time? If so, I could not work for you. My job is very intellectual, and requires a level of focus that you can't really maintain for that long. So, I get my work done in fits and starts throughout the day, and I goof off in between to recharge the batteries and let the issues percolate out in my head in the background. The result is good, thoughtful product.If I had to just grind it out all the time just to satisfy my boss, I would go crazy. So long as the work gets done on time and with the proper level of accuracy and your recharging time doesn't impede other workers from getting their work done, I don't have a problem with it. The moment that your recharging time begins impacting your work or someone else's work we're going to be having a discussion though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mass_SkinsFan Posted November 3, 2006 Author Share Posted November 3, 2006 BTW - I want to thank everyone for realizing the semi-humorous & semi-serious nature that this thread was intended to be seen in and going with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PleaseBlitz Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 What is your policy on showing up for work hungover and can i leave early on Friday to go play golf? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinsfan1311 Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 What is your policy on showing up for work hungover and can i leave early on Friday to go play golf? Those issues will be covered in the Union negotiations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mass_SkinsFan Posted November 3, 2006 Author Share Posted November 3, 2006 What is your policy on showing up for work hungover and can i leave early on Friday to go play golf? In regards to the hangover.... if you can still get your work done and you don't look like you just crawled out of a dumpster, you're fine. If you were to tell me you needed to leave early on Friday to go hunting, fishing, horseback riding, shooting, etc... you'd probably do alright. Tell me you need to leave early to go GOLFING, and you would probably get some resistance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PleaseBlitz Posted November 3, 2006 Share Posted November 3, 2006 In regards to the hangover.... if you can still get your work done and you don't look like you just crawled out of a dumpster, you're fine.If you were to tell me you needed to leave early on Friday to go hunting, fishing, horseback riding, shooting, etc... you'd probably do alright. Tell me you need to leave early to go GOLFING, and you would probably get some resistance. Ok, then im leaving to go, uh, shooting. See ya monday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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