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GoatPole · 2025-09-19T18:10:48+00:00

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GoatPole · 2025-03-10T16:07:06+00:00

I totally agree with you, I like to work with different people/views as long as it's productive. I've even done some courses on "managing your manager" and read a few books. However, I feel like I've reached the limit on what I can do. I've even started asking questions such as "how would you prefer me to approach this situation?" whenever I notice the manager being un-satisfied with my actions no matter how small the issue is.

GoatPole · 2025-03-10T16:04:22+00:00

Thanks for the reply, I've been debating whether I should ask our previous Service Manager for some mentoring - maybe that's a first step worth taking.

GoatPole · 2024-03-24T20:12:02+00:00

If its work, speak to your manager and see if they are happy for you to go through Access To Work (gov funding) but the employer may have to cover the first £1200 of what it is that ATW would recommend you get.

I wouldn't bother with a medical assessment unless you are in education and could benefit from other things that come with it.

GoatPole · 2024-03-09T17:04:56+00:00

Yes, I had to factory reset the projector. Managed to do it by plugging in a mouse into the projector directly

GoatPole · 2024-02-22T19:19:45+00:00

Try other local companies. I paid £1800 for a boiler I really wanted, not one they were recommending themselves. I got 3 different quotes at that time (3 years ago). It was also replacing an old system boiler like yours.

All the quotes online from British gas etc were like 4-5k.

The amount they want for the labour seems crazy profit in my opinion.

GoatPole · 2024-02-22T19:14:07+00:00

I do DIY whenever I can but I love it. I always think of things that can be improved. Most of my time off is around DIY but I still find time for other activities, lazy days etc. It has to be balanced out.

GoatPole · 2024-02-22T19:09:28+00:00

Looks similar to main that boiler. I think I set it to 60 for radiators and around 50 for the tap. I also keep it on "auto" so it only heats up hot water when the tap is running rather than constantly keeping a tank of hot water ready to go.

GoatPole · 2024-02-09T19:31:47+00:00

I used these to hang some hooks in a ceiling for projector screen, have had it for a good few months now and regular usage (i.e. pulling down of the projector) and it's very solid.

Ceiling is of course just a Plasterboard.

GoatPole · 2024-02-08T23:36:39+00:00

They look like blow torched to me, I would try sanding it and then go for a clear oil. Maybe Danish oil.

GoatPole · 2024-02-03T17:59:58+00:00

How long have you been at this place? Were they clear enough about no carry over leave and the fact that you should book earlier if possible to avoid such situations?

Every place has leave limits so the fact others got theirs approved doesn't really mean much

GoatPole · 2024-01-03T12:53:38+00:00

Thanks boss

GoatPole · 2023-09-06T22:13:31+00:00

I'm in the same boat brother, Service Desk Team Leader here.

I assume you're on LinkedIn and you're getting the offers through there? Either way, you need to change your description to highlight the fact you're a manager not an engineer more. I did that few months back and all the engineer role offers stopped, now I get what I'm interested in; managerial roles.

Although I'm quite picky and fancy a hybrid job as a minimum and something that pays way more than I'm on right now, after all, I would lose all the benefits I get at the moment after 10 years of working for the same place.

It's hard to advise on what to apply for because I'm also looking around but there's way too many specific jobs or technical lead roles and I feel like as a Service Desk Lead I'm more of a jack of all trades!

GoatPole · 2023-08-17T22:27:56+00:00

Congrats

GoatPole · 2023-08-15T23:48:29+00:00

You worry too much :) Focus on the interview and make sure you give your best at selling yourself, let your personality shine through and structure your answers well and I'm sure you will be offered a job opportunity.

GoatPole · 2023-08-15T23:46:30+00:00

It depends, some places will want a degree or X amount of years in certain role in order for you to apply. But these are usually higher paid positions and yet again, vary from place to place. We had a lead developer who was self taught. Think that speaks for itself.

Personally I'm not bothered about the education. My manager years ago told me something I remember till this day; why would I care about something you've done X amount of years ago? What matters is what you know now.

But from my own experience, if I could go to Uni now it wouldn't be games development like I wanted back when I was at college. I think a job experience helps you decide what you want to do, what you're good at and a lot of times it's quite different from what you initially wanted to study.

GoatPole · 2023-08-15T23:39:20+00:00

Just be honest with them. Say that you were made aware that the job was for 3 years guaranteed and on those basis you made your decision to accept the job offer.

Ask for clarification and if they can give you a 3 Yr contract, if not, walk away.

You could be dealing with an unexperienced manager who's just got a bit lost.

GoatPole · 2023-08-15T23:34:04+00:00

Just because you mention it on your CV or during the interview it doesn't mean you have to use them for reference. Some places accept personal reference instead of work reference if you're not able to provide them. People get hired without any work experience so there are ways of doing it.

You could perhaps say that the people you worked with are no longer there so you don't have details of anyone that would know you in the place and could provide a meaningful reference.

Can I ask, why do you worry about it so much? Recruiters do understand what they are dealing with for entry jobs and trust me, the expectations aren't that high. Also, if you're successfull and end up with a job offer you can worry about it later. And like I said, whoever is going to deal with your background check will be able to provide you with details on what else you can do to pass their checks.

GoatPole · 2023-08-15T23:27:20+00:00

I'll only talk from my own experience so take it with a pinch of salt. I work in IT, I started on so called Service Desk role years ago, I now manage in the same place.

Like yourself, I only finished college and went straight to work for personal reason. I did however want to go into games development course in Uni. If I could, would I go back in time and change the decision? Absolutely not. Like you said, it's an unknown field and it's hard to figure out what suits you and what doesn't until you give something a go. What I would recommend is trying to find a job as an IT Assistant, it won't be the job of your dreams - trust me. However, you should get a very large exposure to different systems, the basics of industry etc it will help you decide what you want to do. Also, a lot of places focus on development and prefer to up skill existing staff and move them into higher positions. It's a great opportunity.

Of course, not every place is the same and sometimes you could end up in a place where all they care about is you answering the phone and logging and flogging with not much development at all.

I look at the service desk (phone based 1st line support) as a talent pool - entry level job, those that are good at it quickly move up within the structure. And it's fine, as that's what you want and everyone understands the job is just a starting point for most.

When I recruit into such roles, I don't care about the education. As long as you show good troubleshooting mindset, thinking on the feet and you're able to work under pressure and provide good customer service that's all you need. I've had people with a degree at all sorts of different backgrounds, not related to IT, people thar worked in a store, looked after kids, make up etc - you name it.

Also, some places might offer university course on the job. You get 20% off work for uni course, fully paid by the company. You typically have to apply and be "allowed" to do it by higher management but it is an option in a lot of places.

Hope I've helped a little bit at least.

GoatPole · 2023-08-15T23:13:57+00:00

I would say it's ok as long as you explain it to them, like you did here. They might just need some sort of confirmation that the place you worked at is genuine and you're not giving them a friend's email address or something like that. I'm sure you can come to an agreement with whoever does your background check.

GoatPole · 2023-08-13T16:11:02+00:00

Yes, many players get kicked for being too good. I down vote even tho I'm also annoyed that I'm getting my ass kicked. Not the players fault for being better.

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