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re: Turned down for promotion
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:01 pm to 777Tiger
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:01 pm to 777Tiger
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sometimes people like that get "promoted" just to get them out of the way of people that are getting the job done
Not this case in this situation. Exactly the opposite, actually. She kept two people from getting fired.
My point was, I always lol at people that get pissed when they are passed on a promotion because they have X years more experience than their new boss.
This post was edited on 8/9/14 at 2:03 pm
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Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:02 pm to Zantrix
They are cutting costs, which makes sense because logistics is a low margin industry.
First party have huge overhead.
Third party have tiny margins.
I saw the writing on the wall and got out a few years ago.
First party have huge overhead.
Third party have tiny margins.
I saw the writing on the wall and got out a few years ago.
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:03 pm to 777Tiger
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sometimes people like that get "promoted" just to get them out of the way of people that are getting the job done
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:06 pm to Zantrix
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outside hire fresh out of college with 0 experience in the field that was willing to do the job for $25k cheaper
Get used to this. See it all the time. Companies willing to put up with shitty performance for a few years while the kid gets up to speed.
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:07 pm to Zantrix
Something else dleant make sense..
Did you demand a certain amount to be promoted? How did they save the 25k? Why couldn't they offer you the job at your current salary and hire the kid for you old job?
I'm shooting you straight here, they do not fear you leaving will hurt them. They don't value you. I can't wrap my head around the reason you would have cost 25k more when you're already on the payroll.
Did you demand a certain amount to be promoted? How did they save the 25k? Why couldn't they offer you the job at your current salary and hire the kid for you old job?
I'm shooting you straight here, they do not fear you leaving will hurt them. They don't value you. I can't wrap my head around the reason you would have cost 25k more when you're already on the payroll.
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:09 pm to Golfer
I am lucky to be in a position where knowledge is scarce and the field isn't widely advertised: Public Procurement and Acquisitions.
The job I have now they picked me over the incumbent because well, I brought more to the table. I'm considered expert level in my field. I know a lot of shite but there is such a vacuum of knowledge available in Louisiana. It's easy to move up.
An example was that I was the only one newly licensed in LA. Most states had at least 4-5.
The job I have now they picked me over the incumbent because well, I brought more to the table. I'm considered expert level in my field. I know a lot of shite but there is such a vacuum of knowledge available in Louisiana. It's easy to move up.
An example was that I was the only one newly licensed in LA. Most states had at least 4-5.
This post was edited on 8/9/14 at 2:12 pm
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:11 pm to GeeOH
I think he's saying they hired this kid for less than op is making now.
Companies generally will not "promote" without salary increase, especially when said increase has been expected because they don't expect you to stick around
Companies generally will not "promote" without salary increase, especially when said increase has been expected because they don't expect you to stick around
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:13 pm to GeeOH
Current payroll is $55k. I asked $70k to be the supervisor over my peers. They hired the noob for $45k. The job I have is a CDL field job - for the new guy to take my job it would involve him having to get a CDL license, which isn't the easiest thing in the world these days. The job I was interviewing for is a supervisor desk job at the main office doing performance reviews, cdl log supervision, log audits, equipment inspections, etc. I've got 5 years of college plus three years experience in the field, you'd think that'd be worth an extra $15k since I've practically seen it all when it comes to logistics and if this new guy doesn't catch an error it can mean big fines to the company. Apparently they're willing to roll the dice on him not fricking up...
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:15 pm to jcole4lsu
Well then move the OP up and put the kid in his old position for 25k less.
There is something not right about them paying starting salary to a new kid with no experience in a leadership role.
OP, get out, the company is in financial trouble in some way. Don't allow them to lean on you to teach a kid because they are cheap. This is a badly mismanaged company.
What field is this in? Company name?
There is something not right about them paying starting salary to a new kid with no experience in a leadership role.
OP, get out, the company is in financial trouble in some way. Don't allow them to lean on you to teach a kid because they are cheap. This is a badly mismanaged company.
What field is this in? Company name?
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:15 pm to Zantrix
What does 5 years of college mean? Like you tried 5 years and finally quit?
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:16 pm to GeeOH
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What field is this in? Company name?
Logistics, not saying.
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:18 pm to Zantrix
Off topic, is your avatar a subgenius reference?
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:22 pm to Zantrix
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The job I was interviewing for is a supervisor desk job at the main office doing performance reviews, cdl log supervision, log audits, equipment inspections, etc.
Sounds like a job that does not require much experience. They just need someone smart enough to do it and the new grad can do it for a lot less than what you are asking.
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:23 pm to LucasP
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Off topic, is your avatar a subgenius reference?
Are earth pinks, pink?
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:24 pm to Zantrix
Sounds like corporate America for you.
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:26 pm to GeeOH
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leadership role.
After reading the OP's description, I'm not sure I would classify this as a leadership role. It's mostly reporting and filing paperwork at a desk job and not someone who makes critical decisions for the company. 70k sounds like a very high salary for the job description considering the OP only has 3 years of work experience.
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:30 pm to Monticello
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reporting and filing paperwork at a desk job
It's more than that as I was giving a basic overview, I looked up similar positions at other companies and got anything from $60k to $90k.
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:37 pm to Zantrix
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I didn't get the position due to an outside hire fresh out of college with 0 experience in the field that was willing to do the job for $25k cheaper than my salary demand was, which makes him the first supervisor that will be paid less than the employees.
If a company is willing to do this, you need to move on.
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:47 pm to Zantrix
Can generally relate.... What type of job, industry, etc. makes a difference.. but, at some point a person stops chasing the rainbow's and makes a stand. Decides to be the best at what he does regardless of outside factors or opinions, believes in himself and that the hard work will pay off..... It worked for me.
Posted on 8/9/14 at 2:56 pm to Zantrix
What exactly do you do? Are there always openings for your particular line of work? Is your job something you could even start your own business?
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