Right now I am so annoyed with the person who has to approve my coursework change. I finally got him on the telephone today, after leaving messages on email and phone all week. What part of the word courtesy is difficult to remember? a simple response, yes, I’ve received the info and we’ll get back to you shortly.
I mentioned (very politely) that I had emailed and left messages. I was wondering if he had any questions concerning my request and would I have an answer soon. The person replied, “you’ll get an answer when I’m ready to give u an answer.” …. and then there was silence.
Now mind you, this person and I don’t even know each other. We’re total strangers. They are one of many people in the system who have been given new responsibilities this year. This person did not even have the courtesy to allow the receipt to come back to me, confirming that they received my request. I then asked, well, when do u think I can expect a letter or email on this? He said, I don’t know. I then said, I really could use the info by Monday as I am scheduled to register on Monday. The person replied, “you’ll get an answer on Monday.” and that was that.
I want to spit, kick, scream and throw things. Speaking to this person only reminded me how much I dislike working for certain people. There’s a real nastiness in their tone. A fuck you attitude, I’ll get to it when I get to it, if I even get to it.
I don’t understand their rationale for being so nasty or their way of thinking. I don’t even understand why they are in the position they are in or how they even got in. If they are not happy with their work, get out!
It all brings back lousy memories of what I might have to look forward to upon returning. Oh man, the parents are so much easier to deal with. I feel sick thinking that I may have to do this for ten more years. I love my work, I just don’t like the bullshit.
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December 1st, 2007 at 4:25 am
I really hate that guy and I didn’t even have to deal with him!! I was thinking WTF?! right along with you Pearl. Sounds like he was on a power kick or something telling you he would give you an answer ‘when he was ready to give you one’. Sounds like short man complex to me. I bet if you go to his office and meet him in person he will be shorter than you.
Short men are always difficult.
December 1st, 2007 at 1:15 pm
Well here is one fan of your blog!…Thanks for sharing and I’m sure some of the sharing is good for you too….take care.
Ron