https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:37:40 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1/page/2#post-1296752 Mon, 07 Jul 2014 16:47:01 +0000 rachylou 1296752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very nice! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1/page/2#post-1295655 Sat, 05 Jul 2014 22:58:19 +0000 Jeanie 1295655@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Anne and Deborah! &nbsp;Perhaps it is an Australian custom to give feedback but I think it is one the U.S. should adopt. &nbsp;I am going to pass this info on to folks I know so they can give it a try. &nbsp;The job market is so tough here. &nbsp;Deborah it makes no sense that you didn't get the interview. Seems the company lost out! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1/page/2#post-1295383 Sat, 05 Jul 2014 13:08:39 +0000 Deborah 1295383@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jeanie, as Anne said it is not uncommon practice to request feedback but not a lot of people do. I figured I had nothing to loose by asking, and I must admit I was miffed at not getting an interview:). My skills and experience matched the job description very well so I was keen to know where I may have gone wrong in my application. It can be very helpful if the company is able to provide constructive feedback, which to be honest these guys didn't really. But even so I still learnt something and it was a useful experience. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1295344 Sat, 05 Jul 2014 11:01:08 +0000 anne 1295344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great news Deborah. I had been meaning to PM you and ask about the job so glad you got the update.<br />Jeanie, maybe it is an Australian thing, but I have definitely got rejection letters specifically saying who to call for feedback. I have only had the guts to to it once, and the feedback was extremely useful for future applications for similar positions.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1295099 Fri, 04 Jul 2014 22:16:07 +0000 Susie 1295099@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Deborah, that is such wonderful news! Congratulations on the recognition and opportunity to do higher level work. And more money is always nice! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1295097 Fri, 04 Jul 2014 22:04:15 +0000 Lyn D. 1295097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh-Oh! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294813 Fri, 04 Jul 2014 14:39:44 +0000 jackiec 1294813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like it worked out for the best. Isn't that an interesting comment that the polished resume did not get the job. Did I read that correctly? Funny. Your current position sounds right for you. Enjoy your week off and then resuming your new-current role. Congratulations (and yes - shop to celebrate!!!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294627 Fri, 04 Jul 2014 06:19:03 +0000 Jeanie 1294627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Deborah, you are the first person I know who has mentioned asking for feedback when being declined. &nbsp;I am always saying I wish we could get feedback when being declined&nbsp;because it would be so helpful to know how to proceed next time. &nbsp;I didn't know you could just ask! &nbsp;I learn so much here. &nbsp;Interesting that gloss and polish are considered as traits they didn't want. &nbsp;Oh well, sounds like it ended up for the best. &nbsp;Thanks for sharing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294502 Fri, 04 Jul 2014 01:46:02 +0000 Thistle 1294502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like all ended well.</p> <p>Congrats on the promotion and pay raise! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294443 Fri, 04 Jul 2014 00:37:33 +0000 Echo 1294443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am so happy for you; what a great outcome! It is far preferable, IMO, to be recognized and given new opportunities with an employer you are already comfortable with. Congratulations! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294432 Fri, 04 Jul 2014 00:30:11 +0000 pil 1294432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good for you, Deborah! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294405 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 23:44:20 +0000 Deborah 1294405@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all, you are so fab! </p> <p>The reality is that I have been doing much of the new position anyway. My job description was always vague and the position kind of morphed. </p> <p>I accepted what was a lower level position when I started with this organisation because it worked for my lifestyle when we relocated , it's my area of work and people are great. But I became bored very quickly. After almost 3 years I requested a review of my role because the PD and the actual role were looking more and more different, along with the expectations (particularly travel). So this outcome is after 6 months of review.</p> <p>My days and hours are the same:). I will be specializing in one program area, which means I hand back another program. I will once again be working at management level, working much more autonomously with the success or failure of my programme stopping with me. I will still be in the same office and working alongside the same colleagues but I now report directly to a manager in Melbourne. The main difference is I now "own" my program and will be actively involved in program development and as the longest standing staff member with experience in the programme will be the "subject matter expert" for want of a better word, within my department (we run the program throughout the state).</p> <p>I am excited as I will now be working in a situation and arrangement that is reflective of my skills, experience and abilities. I am on a weeks leave now but actually looking forward to getting back to work!!</p> <p>Thanks for your kind words.</p> <p>Ps for those that don't know, I work in the Community Services field.</p> <p>Pps: For those who suggested shopping to celebrate....I just might have a little extra spending money when Lyn D and I meet up next week for lunch and a little peek at Zara and Metalicus!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294322 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 21:20:13 +0000 Lyn D. 1294322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was wondering too Deborah.<br />Seems as though it has worked out for you though- does your new title mean different hours or responsibilities?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294270 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 20:15:50 +0000 Classically Casual 1294270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So happy about your happy ending!</p> <p>There are managers out there who won't hire people who they feel threatens them.&nbsp; This in my opinion, can result in a very mediocre staff.&nbsp; Glad your current employer appreciates your gloss and polish and wants it to stay!!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294248 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 19:42:14 +0000 Ornella 1294248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations.&nbsp;Sounds like&nbsp;win-win to me.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294232 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 19:23:13 +0000 cciele 1294232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the update and congrats on your promotion at your current job! Fate works in interesting ways ... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294193 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 18:18:50 +0000 shedev 1294193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm happy for you Deb. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294132 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 16:49:51 +0000 Eliza 1294132@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So glad that it all worked out. Congratulations on the appreciation from your current position. That always means a lot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294131 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 16:48:58 +0000 kkards 1294131@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>congratulations! how exciting for you! (sorry about the other oppurtunity, but it does sound like it was for the best) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294088 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 15:51:50 +0000 amiable 1294088@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good news indeed! &nbsp;Congratulations, and I'm glad you dodged that bullet. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294077 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 15:37:09 +0000 celia 1294077@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All is well that ends well The other one was not meant to be and you are clearly valued at your current job.Congratulations! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294048 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 15:03:18 +0000 LACeleste 1294048@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love a happy ending Deborah! &nbsp;Congratulations! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1294046 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 15:01:27 +0000 Angie 1294046@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A very happy ending, and congrats. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1293968 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 14:09:08 +0000 Suz 1293968@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's really great news, Deborah, and congratulations! Sounds as if you are better suited to the new position at your current job and will not have as many stresses.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1293940 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 13:51:08 +0000 Anonymous 1293940@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a happy ending! &nbsp;Time for a shopping spree to celebrate? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1293935 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 13:47:21 +0000 Beth Ann 1293935@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Glad to hear your story has a happy ending, even if it's not the ending you expected.&nbsp; Here's to a marvelous, satisfying, year! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1293897 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 12:49:44 +0000 Kimberley 1293897@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it when I hear stories like this - sounds like all things are working together for your good :)<br />Thanks for sharing with us Deborah! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1293883 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 11:43:13 +0000 Glory 1293883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What an interesting process on deciding job applicants! I agree that there might have been quite a few valleys in the new job. So pleased that you feel invigorated and so appreciated in your current role! I agree with Crutcher - reward yourself! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1293866 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 11:15:12 +0000 crutcher 1293866@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are a testimony to my beliefs that whatever is yours is never really lost but is reaching out to you even to the ends of the earth...I have lived by this little mantra since I was a young teen..found it in my MYF group and it is mine...<br />Just curious..and it may be so very obvious but what did they mean gloss and polish?...<br />Glad you shared..I had wondered..and so happy it worked out...Take Master ll out for a treat...was going to say ice cream cone but it is winter there... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/job-update-1#post-1293865 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 11:14:29 +0000 abc 1293865@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats Deborah. It sounds like you're right where you need to be. Promotion, pay raise, bonus and all!!! (so what are you gonna spend that extra money on?!) </p>