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« on: March 01, 2002, 04:55:16 pm » |
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Hi All! - I've been MIA for a while due to an overwhelming project (office remodel and move/integration of 65 additional people), but it's winding down now (thank God). Maybe my life can start getting back to normal. Something really cool happened yesterday that I just have to share (can't share with co-workers - talking about salary, raises, bonuses, etc. is strictly taboo around here). - Yesterday both bossies took me to lunch and presented me with a bonus for project completion AND an 8% raise! Bonus was $1800 after taxes! Picture me flabbergasted  . I've posted before about what great guys both my managers are. They were so cute - like two little boys who just couldn't wait for me to open that envelope. We barely sat down at the table before Controller Bossie gave it to me. VP Bossie just sat there grinning (this bossie also gave me $200 for Christmas and brought me flowers and balloons on my birthday in January). There was one fly in the ointment - they had to report they were unable to get my promotion to Office Manager approved yet but said they hadn't given up on it either. I guess the bonus and the nice raise will have to hold me for a while longer  . I actually left the office yesterday at 5 PM and got home earlier than usual - I had called DH with the news and he was planning to beat me home, chill the wine, run a bubble bath, etc. He did make a sign that said "You da Woman!!"  DLB / Debra  |
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spitfire78
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« Reply #2 on: March 01, 2002, 05:06:28 pm » |
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Congratulations! I'm sure you earned every dollar of it and then some. The best feeling in the world is knowing that you are appreciated - and this is the best way for bosses to show it. Last year I got 2 bonuses - 1 each from the 2 departments I work for - and a 5% salary increase. I've worked here for 20 years and never had a bonus, and raises usually run in the 2-3% range. We had a really good year last year and for once they decided to let the employees share in it. I well remember what a good feeling that was. I actually cried when I got the first bonus (with a lovely handwritten note expressing their appreciation for my work).
Glad you shared this with us - we can enjoy your good feeling vicariously! So many times our posts are negative - it's so lovely to hear the good things.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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countrigal
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« Reply #3 on: March 01, 2002, 05:16:07 pm » |
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Your husband was right, you ARE "Da Woman"! Congratulations!!! It's great to hear that admins are getting appreciated and that it's not all negativity. And WOW on the project you undertook. I can well imagine you earned every penny and dime on both the bonus and the raise. Way to go!!! Now you can have a great weekend!!!  CountriGal
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Katie G
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« Reply #4 on: March 01, 2002, 05:27:57 pm » |
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I have to agree with Spitfire. THIS is the way to show appreciation! Sure it's nice to get a pat on the back and some nice words, but some extra "doh-ray-me" has much farther reaching effects.
Congratulations and good luck on the promotion!
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« Reply #6 on: March 01, 2002, 06:01:08 pm » |
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Dat's right, now...."You da Woman!!" Most of all, I think the meaning and emotions and feelings and thoughtfulness your bosses had behind all the money and stuff is what really makes this special. You are so fortunate to work with such great folks. Congratulations! SNA |
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ozbound
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« Reply #7 on: March 01, 2002, 07:07:15 pm » |
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You ARE "da Woman!!" That is great news. Have a super weekend (as I'm sure you will!)  |
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meggiehca
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« Reply #8 on: March 01, 2002, 07:13:58 pm » |
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Congratulations!!!!!! It is always nice when the boss types notice and reward a person for their hard work and dedication!
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execsec
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« Reply #9 on: March 01, 2002, 08:38:45 pm » |
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Let me add my congratulations too. It is the most wonderful feeling to know that you are appreciated and needed. It makes you WANT to come to work every day and do a great job. You are "da woman!"
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roren
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« Reply #10 on: March 01, 2002, 08:39:28 pm » |
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I felt encouraged when I read your post, it gives me hope!!!!! (If you read my post, you will understand what I mean)
WAY TO GO!!!!!!!!
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raindance
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« Reply #11 on: March 01, 2002, 10:45:03 pm » |
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Happy dance for DragonLady  . Congratulations! You is definitely Da Woman! Raindance |
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Jackie G
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« Reply #12 on: March 01, 2002, 11:17:26 pm » |
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What a brilliant thing to happen and a nice way to celebrate it too. Well done!
As for your bosses, they sound two in a million and I would hang onto them with all my might if I was you!
Jackie
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