Kathyw Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Agree with mrs Tobie. Why are you still there working for a pittance? What a waste! There are so many things you are capable of - use your talents where they will be appreciated and rewarded. Off soapbox and away to bed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houndzrus Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 (edited) Good luck with whatever you decide to do. The reduced shifts sounds good, it's always easier to put up with if you know you're not there long. Then you will have more time to look for something else. We used to take in foreign exchange students. They only stay for about three weeks, so by the time they start to get on your nerves, they're gone. ( they go out a lot too) We had some lovely ones from all over the world. Edited June 17, 2008 by houndzrus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murtle Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Good luck Claz, I'm impressed you've done it for so long I think that's an awful way to work and not all call centres are run like that. Good luck in your escape plan!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClazUK Posted June 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 I am officially a numpty. I had a brainwave late last night, something that would give me breathing space but a safety net if I couldn't find other work. So I crafted (ok, botched together) this letter: Dear xxxx I’m writing to see if it is feasible to have an unpaid break from work for a month or so. I’m struggling to keep up with commitments and life at the moment and really need some time away to help me get back on top of things. I’d appreciate some time to talk about this today, if you could fit me in. Only xxxx isn't in today, so I gave it to zzzz, the other Line Manager who said "Ooooh I don't know. I'll ask yyyy (his manager) and see what he says. Of course he'll need to clear it with xxxx, too". I wish I'd just handed in my bloody notice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendbert Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Oh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyMalc Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 No worries, why don't you hand in this one too: "Dear XYZ, with regards to my letter of yesterday, would you please be so kind as to disregard this? Instead I would like to hand in my notice as from the earliest possible date. Yours sincerely, Mrs Claz OOOOOOk" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cycas Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 I feel this would be a missed opportunity: what about : "Dear XYZ, It appears from your reaction to my letter of yesterday that you are sadly unable to find your bottom with both hands without the assistance of at least 2 other members of management. This has confirmed my suspicions that you are unworthy to employ me. Please consider yourselves fired as my employers. I will not be offering you a reference, and cordially look forward to your future business failure. Yours sincerely, Mrs Claz OOOOOOk" (OK, maybe not...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyMalc Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 's a good letter that cycas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClazUK Posted June 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Loving both of your letters. Will update you on my return from the late shift! x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peachy Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 I wish I'd used a letter like Victoria's for an old employer! It's bloomin hilarious! Hope you get the result you want and quickly Claire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redditchlady Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Loving both of your letters. Will update you on my return from the late shift! x Just keep yerself clear from 11th to 20th Mrs Ook. Thank you so much. Loobie told me. I could not wish for Mandy to be in better hands. Kazz xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClazUK Posted June 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Okay. Line Manager that was unable to find his own bottom with both hands without the assistance of at least 2 other members of management came back to me. It was a No. I was told I could hand my notice in and reapply for my job when I wanted to return. My notice period is ONE MONTH. I want to spend time with my folks and my sick friend before a bloody month is up Sought advice from a friend who thinks, in reality, that they'd not be able to do much except me blocking going back to them - like I care. The staggering thing is: Last week they took on 6 new staff, 2 remain This week they took on 2 new staff, one lasted 2 hours 5 people were off sick yesterday 6 people were off sick today and 1 AWOL The reason "Call Centres historically have a high turnover". Yeah right. Not sure if I can be arsed to go in tomorrow to have it out with bosses bos or just disappear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ingipops Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 The reason "Call Centres historically have a high turnover". Yeah right. The call centre I worked in had practices much like those you describe, including logged toilet breaks and published lists of 'failed calls' I do think lots of call centres have a high turnover rate. Good luck, whatever you decide Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendbert Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 How long have you been there now? If its only a few months, I'd be inclined to not bother going back and not even put this job on your CV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackmagic Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Do you have a contract of employment? That would include how much notice you have to give. If you are required to give one month's notice and don't, you may have problems getting any pay due to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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