Monday 23 May 2011

Monday 23 May 2011

We have been in the UK for 17 months now and I am really beginning to feel at home.  Talking of home our little blackbird has given us another chance and laid 4 eggs this time (one to make up for the one murdered by Mollie) and they babies hopped out of the nest yesterday and sunned themselves about a metre off the ground.  Kamakaze birds I tell you, we had to keep Mollie all day.


I have also been in my new job for a week and loving it although I have slight panic attacks every now and again at the thought of all the work I have ahead of me but they are very happy with me so I should relax and get some confidence (talking to myself again..) I think the managing of people will always be a problem for me and I am in the damned if you do and damned if you dont area at the moment, should I help or shouldn't I - manage from the sides or just delegate and let them get on with it, ask them or tell them?  

6 comments:

  1. oh my! i didnt realise you had started already? geesh, deep end stuff. i am hating skype man, it bombs everytime we talk. going to try again this weekend.

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  2. I can't believe it's been 17 months already! Then again I suppose it's almost 10 since we left Norway... Understand the work anxiety, but remember if you make mistakes, you'll learn from them. The important thing is that you are conscientious about managing people and I like to think that that is what's most important in the end. I'm sure you're confidence will grow over time:)

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  3. Glad to hear that you're settling. Most people say 2 years. Can you look for me on Whatapp. I have joined but don't see you?

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  4. Jo, I'm so happy for you in your new life and your new job---you deserve these good things!!

    Johanna's advice is very wise. You need time to get to know and understand your staff; take that time, talk with them, listen to them, ask tons of questions. After a while, you'll know who to trust, who can work independently, and who needs more support (or a kick in the bumm!). In the meantime, don't be afraid to ask for help! And remember to have some fun. Especially with the models from the capital of the country next to Norway. :-) xxoo

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  5. Thank you Michele cant wait to show you around on your next visit xxx

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  6. It all sounds good.....and you're heading into summer too :) Happy days x x x

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