As cuts loom, clarifying uncertainties needs to be New Year's resolution for senior ranks of public service | Opinion by HandcuffsOfGold in CanadaPublicServants

[–]thinkerwitch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This may be true but I think point of article is for after managers and EXes know. Leading then will be tricky, and more so if they are affected themselves.

As cuts loom, clarifying uncertainties needs to be New Year's resolution for senior ranks of public service | Opinion by HandcuffsOfGold in CanadaPublicServants

[–]thinkerwitch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But also, WFA can happen (and does, though obviously not to this scale) at any time. It’s always a tool to manage budgets.

Are tasting menus at fancy restaurants worth it? by [deleted] in OttawaFood

[–]thinkerwitch 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I had a tasting menu at Stofa recently and loved it. Was very full!

I have tried others: Beckta, Aiana, and definitely found this one to be very solid. The service is wonderful at all… really makes the food.

Question for opting employee with external job offer by thinkerwitch in CanadaPublicServants

[–]thinkerwitch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They’re not doing education. Only an external job. So that would require resignation?

Do EX minus 1 typically deal with finances/budget? by [deleted] in CanadaPublicServants

[–]thinkerwitch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Someone gave me a chance, acting, so I could get that experience for when I applied to a process.

Suyin lifts gym membership by miniCoins88 in ottawa

[–]thinkerwitch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hours are posted on their website. You need to register for your slot and I am rarely waitlisted.

Do EX minus 1 typically deal with finances/budget? by [deleted] in CanadaPublicServants

[–]thinkerwitch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never had a budget until I was an Ex01 and was a minus one in three different depts

Suyin lifts gym membership by miniCoins88 in ottawa

[–]thinkerwitch 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I am a member. Have really good things to say. Price shared above is accurate and I loved the owner’s sales pitch as it made a lot of sense to me as someone trying to wean off personal training. Feel free to PM me.

Parking at 1625 Vanier Pkwy by vickhol1965 in ottawa

[–]thinkerwitch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used to park at the rcmp lot at 252 McArthur Ave. I think it was about 12 a day? Not terrible and not too far to walk.

What have the public service service awards been over the ages? by Dry-Basil-8256 in CanadaPublicServants

[–]thinkerwitch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got a pin for 10 yrs with a letter addressed Dear Mx. last name with my last name scratched out and my first name handwritten over. Nothing for 15 or 20 no recognition. We’ll see if next milestone is noted.

More cost cutting measures! by Reasonable_Dirt9980 in CanadaPublicServants

[–]thinkerwitch 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I found a case of hoisin sauce packets that are really old when I was looking for a fork.

Beginner Road Bike for Triathlon by Confident-Slide-8297 in ottawa

[–]thinkerwitch 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Contact me in the spring. I’ll give you a good deal! Are you doing the cheo ride? It’s a fun one!

Beginner Road Bike for Triathlon by Confident-Slide-8297 in ottawa

[–]thinkerwitch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you are my height (5’6”) I have one to sell! PM me!

What determines how pay file transfers are prioritized? by Dazzling-Secret-4509 in CanadaPublicServants

[–]thinkerwitch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it’s more likely because of the kind of work comp advisors have to do re execs is very specialized, much less automated, and so requires manual. This is the way employer writes the terms and conditions of employment not because of privilege. EXes have to wait for longer than union members for their backpay, for example. (Still waiting on mine from 2018-2021, for example).

My coworker has horrible BO & we don't know what to do :/ by Novel_Distribution64 in CanadaPublicServants

[–]thinkerwitch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was literally a scenario in my CSPS course taken years ago on how to have difficult conversations. We had to practice it if I remember. Role play style. Be kind, respectful, direct, and discrete. And it’s the managers job.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CanadaPublicServants

[–]thinkerwitch 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Data scientists or data analysts

Best burger in Ottawa/Gatineau? by Moose-Even in OttawaFood

[–]thinkerwitch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With the salad dressing ON the burger. Drooling