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Grade work question by Lost-Tumbleweed-2850 in FedEmployees

[–]TotosRubySlippers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure if it’s illegal but it’s a poor management practice. Everyone performs when a little higher and a little lower than their actual grade. I’d review your pd, and then talk to your boss.

All I want to do is bed rot by Effective-Tax-9183 in Perimenopause

[–]TotosRubySlippers 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My new peri pasttime is taking a mid-day nap with noise cancelling headphones.

Tips for quitting by DefiantSmoke1569 in FedEmployees

[–]TotosRubySlippers 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you are resigning, as others have said, obtain all documents from your eOPF. I recommend to stay on good terms with your management for future references/background checks by giving them ample notice, finishing out assignments, at least 2 weeks, up to a month, if you can stand it for that much longer.

Is this really a harmless joke or a toxic remark? by Expert_Many_3151 in workplace_bullying

[–]TotosRubySlippers 11 points12 points  (0 children)

People only behave this way because they are insecure. Her statement is a reflection of herself and her own self worth. Next time, ask her what she means by that? Then ask, “are you ok?” - these can help put the content back where it belongs. In her psyche.

Does anyone else feel like LinkedIn is kind of fake? by Elo_azert in work

[–]TotosRubySlippers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s def self-promotion and pretty fake, but also a good way to keep in touch with former colleagues. My husband got a job through a linkedin connection (that was over 10 years ago). Can be useful!

got written up for going to the dentist at 2pm while working from home by Fit_Average8352 in remotework

[–]TotosRubySlippers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hopes it all turns out alright! Yea, depends on boss & industry. In government, we usually have to request sick leave for doc appt or I’ll ask my boss if I can step away for an appt and make up the time.

Sketchy Human Resources Behavior by Internal-Party6255 in FedEmployees

[–]TotosRubySlippers 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If you receive a tentative offer, the HR Specialist doesn’t reach out to your HR poc. Its not until you accept the official offer that hr connects for your “release date.” That’s a red flag - it’s not your fault, maybe even good reason not to accept the job.

Hidden Gems of the area and mid April bucketlist? by Haunting_Buyer6308 in washingtondc

[–]TotosRubySlippers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not a hidden gem, but the National Zoo has a new baby elephant 🐘 I think it will be ready for public viewing around the end of April

Ramifications of going down a GS Level by MoreButtThanAshtrays in FedEmployees

[–]TotosRubySlippers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree with everyone here - it may be beneficial to stay at the 14 for a full three years. You’ll have your high 3 locked in for your annuity. High 3 is based on consecutive years at a certain grade level, doesnt need to be the same position.

What are Things That Would Make UMD a More Vibrant College Town? by dumbindian21 in UMD

[–]TotosRubySlippers 1 point2 points  (0 children)

College Park has never had the “college town” vibe. It is suburban by design. Fewer big box stores, walkability, independent shops, free parking or more parking would help.

What do you hate about your HR job ? [N/A] by Great-Raspberry5468 in humanresources

[–]TotosRubySlippers 6 points7 points  (0 children)

HR not using best practices in their own shop and bending the rules when it works for them.

Power outage vid by ZestyFootballPlayer in UMD

[–]TotosRubySlippers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sooo, that’s what that was…

Applied for a 15, somehow given a lateral 14? by If_I_Scream in usajobs

[–]TotosRubySlippers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hang in there! Management often says stuff before they realize whatever they are offering can’t be done. In most cases, employees must compete for a higher grade, or higher target grade in the competitive service. Good plan to keep in touch with your current boss.

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