http://www.myiloilo.com/the-trouble-with-exit-interviews Comments for "The trouble with exit interviews" en http://www.myiloilo.com/the-trouble-with-exit-interviews People who like to call themselves techies, go-to-guy, and the pejorative nerd are generally technology-savvy and conversant in their own field. This is only to be expected since it goes with the territory especially if you're a BS Info Tech, BS Computer Science or BS Computer Engineering graduate. It is however rare to find an employee who mastered both technical and people skills to climb higher the organizational ladder. Indeed everyone likes promotions, what with the added compensation, perks, and bragging rights. Let's forget momentarily the additional work and stress accompanying such career movement. Here's the whammy: Are you up to it? Do you have what it takes to work yourself up the rungs of the bureaucracy be it public or private? I bet you aren't since this topic was not even printed in the curriculum pages of your alma mater (only here at myiloilo.com). I, too was stuck long enough in a junior executive position that the last time I check with the mirror, there were streaks of silver growing in my sideburns! And I wasn't going anywhere up the ladder. Seeing to it that the boss has just finished lunch and about to take his nap, I knocked and was admitted to his office. Here's a transcript of what transpired. I: Sir, I'll be candid and di na magpaligoyligoy pa. Lucky you, this is the 2nd time you were promoted and about to leave for Metro Manila for your new assignment. Me, I'm stuck here for five years now. Can you please tell me your secrets? Him: Ok I'll also be candid. There are three secrets I'll share with you. Secrets so simple enough you can apply immediately. First, I always keep things simple, I say my truth plain and short. Nobody likes to listen to longwinded lightning and thunder speeches signifying nothing. Simplify. Second, always do more than what is expected. Any supervisor will appreciate that extra thing. Big bosses are mostly lonely guys. If you're alone in the executive office, it can be creepy at times. So as a lieutenant, every time I say my goodbyes to him, he always let me stay another extra day, to keep him company, to offer a shoulder where he can confidently shed off his frustrations and fears. Now this is working extra, since keeping him company is not in my job description form but no, I stayed with him. Third and last, keep Sunday for the family. They too long for my companionship and care. I, the tactless I: Sir, excuse me. Which family are you referring to? End of interview and goodbye promotion. http://www.myiloilo.com/the-trouble-with-exit-interviews#comments Humor Tue, 29 Jan 2008 16:42:37 -0700 zugstwit 184 at http://www.myiloilo.com