Work lately has been...interesting. Not bad, just time-consuming and slightly frustrating.
Essentially one of the vendors we work with to supply product is disputing a testing protocol that we have set for this particular item. Because of this dispute (which, in my mind, is founded at least partially in truth and a viable discrepancy between our company and the 3rd party testing company), I have been busting my ass for the last 2 days, then mysteriously spent most of this morning creating a powerpoint to supply our Lunar New Year team luncheon. That along with a store run to supply some trail mix treats and, of course, buy the next Sims 3 expansion. So....
All in all, work is going well. The current issue is that I am the first person discussed when it comes to new captainships or leadership roles within our area. Seriously, though, if the open role is ambiguous and ill-defined - you can bet I'll be adding that to my to-do list for the next 6 - 9 months.
AND, due to a team member disclosing this afternoon that he will be leaving the company shortly, I may even get a chance to take on 1 or 2 of his captainships. Oh joy!
It's just a question of if I'm happy enough to stick it out, really. There are other opportunities present right now, and at the very least I know that I should explore these options. Also, having an opportunity to meet a group of much more laid-back yet passionate professionals has really opened my eyes. Much of the time, I simply don't feel that I fit in, and that creates this nervous tension that surrounds my day-to-day actions. I'm not sure if the current opportunity would necessarily offset this tension, so if anyone would like to point out any fantastic openings (particularly with Nintendo, LEGO, Blizzard or otherwise similar corporation), please do so!
Really though, to be truthful with myself - I am happy with what I do. I enjoy the global portion of my career, and I absolutely love working with our overseas teams. As time goes on, I can see myself moving toward a position that will even further elevate the things I enjoy doing. My current concern is whether Chris is also happy in his career options present to him, and whether we could be better off in a place that caters more to the industry availabilities.
On a side note, I really need an addiction for this crazy show on TLC. I mean, I've enjoyed smelling laundry detergent as much as the next person, but sleeping with a hair dryer? I wish I had something so crazy about me to balance it all out. :)
