OT Prayers please - job woes again!!

Boy, after 19 months of not having a job, I figured working at Radio Shack wouldn't be that bad, but. . . They have been really getting on all of us about the 20% drop in sales from last year to this year (that's MY fault???) - especially in cell phones. I only sold 3 cell phones in March, and if I don't sell 7 more by Friday (I got one on Sunday!!), I may be OUTA HERE!!! Sheesh. I can't sell one to someone who doesn't have ID (2 last week - didn't bring it with them), doesn't have an SSN or at least a tax ID (okay, they can get a prepaid, but they don't want to do that), someone who's just gotten a new phone, etc. I've been trying, but it's not easy. I DON'T want to become the pushy, aggressive salesperson type I've always hated. Sigh. I do have a phone interview Thursday afternoon - with the regional manager of the PetsMart PetsHotel. I applied to work with the dogs & cats. I've been applying for Project Manager jobs, but no interviews yet. I even reapplied for the DBA position at Delta I interviewed for last fall - it got readvertised March 29!! Yes, I'm whining. It's been a tough couple of weeks, and my weight has been stuck for a LONG time. I've been so focused on trying to "fix" my work situation that trying to "fix" my plateau hasn't even been on the radar. The one bright spot - I FINALLY have insurance thru work (at least for now!!), and I'm going to see Dr. Hart for my 9 month checkup on Thursday!! I've missed the 3 month & 6 month w/no insurance. I also have gotten all my Rxs filled for now too. We'll see what happens. Anyway, thanks for letting me whine. Hopefully, something will work out soon. Ann in Duluth

Ann, I'm sorry to hear things are stressful right now. I wish I lived near you and needed a cell phone--I'd buy one from you in a minute! I own a small (very, very small--a handful, at best) amount of stock in Petsmart. It was a fluke that I even own them (long story). I do know from my limited dealings with them that they are an employee-oriented company that is growing fast and strong. Their stock prices have climbed steadily over the past two years. (Boy, do I wish I'd owned LOTS of their stock!) I think they are a good company, though. It's hard to concentrate on weight when you have other issues on the front burner. Hang in there--maybe when the work stuff settles down, you'll be able to bust thru your plateau and be on your way down again. Big hugs to you-- Michelle

Ann, {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}}}}}} We are here for you and you are in my prayers for every thing to work out for the good. I pray that God maintain this job for you or give you something better. Meso

Thanks for your words of encouragement. I'm no longer on the schedule for next week (starting this Saturday), so it's not looking good. If I "make my numbers" I can get back on the schedule, but the chances of me selling 7 phones between now & Friday are slim & none - I haven't had any today, I'm only on 5 hours tomorrow, and 4 on Friday (off Thursday). Sigh. The call center in Norcross that I've applied at a couple of times before is having another job fair next Wednesday, so I may try them again. My head is trying to tell me "all things happen for a reason" but my heart is hurting (& pissed!!!). I know I'll be okay, but. . . I'm trying to hang in there. Ann in Duluth

Oh, Ann, You are on my heart and will be in my prayers! I know there's something better out there for you. Let us know how the interview goes. Hugs and Love, Becky