To the uninitiated this might not make sense. PR or page rank is actually a system that Google uses to determine the importance of a certain website or blog. The ranking starts from 0 to 10, and 10 being the highest.
I know, I'm overreacting a bit by really writing about my blog getting a PR 1. I'm just happy I have a PR already. I don't know how long this will last though. But right now, I am just enjoying it.
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Showing posts with label personal. Show all posts
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
The first day I missed work
My back hurts so bad right now, its been going on for 4 days now and its getting worse. Today, even if I sit it still hurts. Even laying down doesn't help, makes it even worse when I get up. About 2 months ago I promised myself that I would do good in my job. That no matter what happens I will not miss work. I now realized that I should at least allow myself the benefit of getting sick.
The hardest part is deciding whether you're still fit to work or give it a rest. In the line of work I am in right now, you're actions will literally affect other people. Your share of the workload for the day will be distributed to others and it is eating me up because I should be there.
After 2 hours of thinking it over, I've finally come to a decision to just give myself a rest. Consult the doctor about my back and rest. My back still hurts even as I write this down and its giving me one hell of a time. But what really bothers me is that I might have disappointed my supervisors and for that I am truly sorry. Indeed I am, no pay, lower scores and I might have to spend something just to go the doctor and for my medicines.
Lesson learned? It's not good to be sick, so take care of yourself.
The hardest part is deciding whether you're still fit to work or give it a rest. In the line of work I am in right now, you're actions will literally affect other people. Your share of the workload for the day will be distributed to others and it is eating me up because I should be there.
After 2 hours of thinking it over, I've finally come to a decision to just give myself a rest. Consult the doctor about my back and rest. My back still hurts even as I write this down and its giving me one hell of a time. But what really bothers me is that I might have disappointed my supervisors and for that I am truly sorry. Indeed I am, no pay, lower scores and I might have to spend something just to go the doctor and for my medicines.
Lesson learned? It's not good to be sick, so take care of yourself.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
The perks of my job
Truth be told, the only reason I am writing this is because I am severely bored with my job. I mean, I don't love it. I don't hate, it just doesn't interest me that much. Why keep it then? Well, I need it to survive. I could try to find another job but I am not really sure if I want to leave this job also. So to further convince myself that my job is worth keeping I am going to write the perks.
I am a technical support representative working for Convergys, I've been in this job for 2 months now but this is not my first time to have this kind of job. One of the perks for working in convergys is that I get to speak in the language I usually use for blogging which is a plus considering that blogging is my hobby and a way of investing my idle time. Hopefully, this investment will pay off in the future.
Coffee is definitely one of the perks because it is free. Espresso, Cappuccinos, Sweet blend, Creamy blend, plain coffee. I can still smell those steamy cups that I am so used to slurping already. Although coffee is one of the perks it is not necessarily good for me because it makes me a bit hyper and I become easily irate when I am hyper and that is not good when you're talking to someone also irate over the phone.
The pay is definitely good, at least for most jobs that you can find here in our area. Its twice the minimum wage which is quite good.
Another perk is that we get to dress up as much as we want to for work. Although we're not really facing our customers in person it does help alleviate our confidence a bit while they are shouting at us over the phone.
The best thing I like about this job is that we get to help people. It might sound "corny" and "cheesy" but it does feel good when you know you've helped someone on the other end of the world.
I am a technical support representative working for Convergys, I've been in this job for 2 months now but this is not my first time to have this kind of job. One of the perks for working in convergys is that I get to speak in the language I usually use for blogging which is a plus considering that blogging is my hobby and a way of investing my idle time. Hopefully, this investment will pay off in the future.
Coffee is definitely one of the perks because it is free. Espresso, Cappuccinos, Sweet blend, Creamy blend, plain coffee. I can still smell those steamy cups that I am so used to slurping already. Although coffee is one of the perks it is not necessarily good for me because it makes me a bit hyper and I become easily irate when I am hyper and that is not good when you're talking to someone also irate over the phone.
The pay is definitely good, at least for most jobs that you can find here in our area. Its twice the minimum wage which is quite good.
Another perk is that we get to dress up as much as we want to for work. Although we're not really facing our customers in person it does help alleviate our confidence a bit while they are shouting at us over the phone.
The best thing I like about this job is that we get to help people. It might sound "corny" and "cheesy" but it does feel good when you know you've helped someone on the other end of the world.
It's nice to write again
Been so long since I've first written anything here in blogger. Oh how I miss its interface and other annoying bugs which used to make me cringe all the time. Regardless, I'm here right now in front of my computer writing something again.
Now, let me rant about whats been happening with my life. Well, got a job (round of applause please) as a call center agent in Convergys Bacolod. The nice thing about being a call center agent is that you get to learn a lot. You're communication skills will definitely improve especially if you adhere to the golden rule, always speak the language you are using to talk with your customers when you are at work regardless of whether you are in lunch or break because as most of the mentors and trainers in Convergys would say "Chances are, Convergys is the only place you're going to have a chance to practice your English communication skills because you are being paid to do it and everyone is doing it." First part true, second part "everyone is doing it" about 80% true. I'm adhering with the EOP(english only policy) and its paying off. Still make mistakes though, but definitely improving.
Just a month ago my auntie gave me a watch and its Tonino Lamborghini. Costs about 1000 euro. The most exciting part of this is its a fake. But I've checked it on the net a couple of weeks ago, looks exactly like this (click here)
Got a new phone too, I lost my n73 and right now I bought a 6120c. It's really good has a smooth and not laggy system. Unlike my old phone, but n73 has way much better camera though. 6120c performs better though. I bought from my girlfriend because she bought a samsung corby which was actually what I wanted! But she was threatening me that if I don't buy it she'll sell it to someone else. Now I know why women where not given equal rights with men during the dark ages.
Now, let me rant about whats been happening with my life. Well, got a job (round of applause please) as a call center agent in Convergys Bacolod. The nice thing about being a call center agent is that you get to learn a lot. You're communication skills will definitely improve especially if you adhere to the golden rule, always speak the language you are using to talk with your customers when you are at work regardless of whether you are in lunch or break because as most of the mentors and trainers in Convergys would say "Chances are, Convergys is the only place you're going to have a chance to practice your English communication skills because you are being paid to do it and everyone is doing it." First part true, second part "everyone is doing it" about 80% true. I'm adhering with the EOP(english only policy) and its paying off. Still make mistakes though, but definitely improving.
Just a month ago my auntie gave me a watch and its Tonino Lamborghini. Costs about 1000 euro. The most exciting part of this is its a fake. But I've checked it on the net a couple of weeks ago, looks exactly like this (click here)
Got a new phone too, I lost my n73 and right now I bought a 6120c. It's really good has a smooth and not laggy system. Unlike my old phone, but n73 has way much better camera though. 6120c performs better though. I bought from my girlfriend because she bought a samsung corby which was actually what I wanted! But she was threatening me that if I don't buy it she'll sell it to someone else. Now I know why women where not given equal rights with men during the dark ages.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
The lost blogger
I started blogging about 8 Months ago. At first, I was really enthusiastic and full of energy. I was eager and didn't plan much. All I cared about was to blog about anything I could think of. 4 Months later I lost all Interests in blogging, but the prospect of earning from my blogs kept me going. So far, I have 8 blogs and I've stop updating the other 7 except for this one.
As of this moment, I have fully realized that my blog has no purpose. It is there simply because I still want to keep it. It has no specific audience, I have abandoned the idea that I could earn from it (but i still do) I continue to write stuff because I enjoy it and It feels good to have a medium for some things you want to express.
If you're a pro blogger whose main concern is only to earn, you will definitely say that my blog is not going to earn much. You know what? You're right and I don't care. I am satisfied with I am doing right now. Have a happy new year everyone!
As of this moment, I have fully realized that my blog has no purpose. It is there simply because I still want to keep it. It has no specific audience, I have abandoned the idea that I could earn from it (but i still do) I continue to write stuff because I enjoy it and It feels good to have a medium for some things you want to express.
If you're a pro blogger whose main concern is only to earn, you will definitely say that my blog is not going to earn much. You know what? You're right and I don't care. I am satisfied with I am doing right now. Have a happy new year everyone!
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