Not enough work to do (At all)
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Hey All!
So I am using an alias for this one for obvious reasons. Long and short of it is that in my current position I have very little to actually do. Been here a decade now and the role has changed and changed and changed and now I am given a weeks work to do and I have it done inside two hours. If I concentrate and put my mind to it the whole weeks work can be done by Monday lunchtime.
That, added to the fact I work from home means that I don't even speak or see any of my colleagues for weeks on end. I asked for more work but I was told I have enough to do already
I am going down a very dangerous path of netflix OD
Problem is I don't even like the job but its a VERY good screw with outstanding pension/healthcare/other benefits. Jumping ship does seem a silly thing to do as I wont get anywhere near the current rate or benefits.
Not really sure what to do on this one!
So I am using an alias for this one for obvious reasons. Long and short of it is that in my current position I have very little to actually do. Been here a decade now and the role has changed and changed and changed and now I am given a weeks work to do and I have it done inside two hours. If I concentrate and put my mind to it the whole weeks work can be done by Monday lunchtime.
That, added to the fact I work from home means that I don't even speak or see any of my colleagues for weeks on end. I asked for more work but I was told I have enough to do already
I am going down a very dangerous path of netflix OD
Problem is I don't even like the job but its a VERY good screw with outstanding pension/healthcare/other benefits. Jumping ship does seem a silly thing to do as I wont get anywhere near the current rate or benefits.
Not really sure what to do on this one!
If changing role doesn't have any financial benefit to you, and you are happy the current one is not ruining your future employability, then how about you use the time for something else?
If I could do my work in one morning and still get paid well, I'd be involved in all sorts, not watching Netflix. What interests you - is there a voluntary role you could take on that you'd enjoy? Anything from being a local councillor, to doing the organising for the local cycling club? Dial-a-ride?! Buying an old car to restore would be fun?? A sport you've never tried? Learn a new language?
Alternatively, if you really just want more to do in your job, explain to your line manager that you really can take on some more work, and can you help him/her with something?
Also, got any jobs going?!
If I could do my work in one morning and still get paid well, I'd be involved in all sorts, not watching Netflix. What interests you - is there a voluntary role you could take on that you'd enjoy? Anything from being a local councillor, to doing the organising for the local cycling club? Dial-a-ride?! Buying an old car to restore would be fun?? A sport you've never tried? Learn a new language?
Alternatively, if you really just want more to do in your job, explain to your line manager that you really can take on some more work, and can you help him/her with something?
Also, got any jobs going?!
To answer some of the questions...
Although there is an office to go to, I haven't seen my boss in about 6 months because he works in another country. As for hobbies, any suggestions. I mean I am a computer nerd but I cant stray too far in case some "Emergency" comes up. I am effectively "stuck inside"
I would like to retrain and reskill. I guess I could do some online courses, but moving on would have to be an absolutely awesome package (You just dont get the packages these days).
Although there is an office to go to, I haven't seen my boss in about 6 months because he works in another country. As for hobbies, any suggestions. I mean I am a computer nerd but I cant stray too far in case some "Emergency" comes up. I am effectively "stuck inside"
I would like to retrain and reskill. I guess I could do some online courses, but moving on would have to be an absolutely awesome package (You just dont get the packages these days).
Bored2Tears said:
Although there is an office to go to, I haven't seen my boss in about 6 months because he works in another country. As for hobbies, any suggestions. I mean I am a computer nerd but I cant stray too far in case some "Emergency" comes up. I am effectively "stuck inside"
Same with me - hence my PH post count!It's absolutely astonishing how the 'phone won't ring for hours - until the moment I wander away from my desk.
I'm at about the same length of time too - 10yrs. Looking back I wish I'd done something like building my own house.
Bored2Tears said:
Although there is an office to go to, I haven't seen my boss in about 6 months because he works in another country. As for hobbies, any suggestions. I mean I am a computer nerd but I cant stray too far in case some "Emergency" comes up. I am effectively "stuck inside"
Gardening, home gym, cooking excellent food from scratch, brewing. Forward calls to your mobile and you can be back at your desk within 30 seconds from any of those!Sheepshanks said:
Bored2Tears said:
Although there is an office to go to, I haven't seen my boss in about 6 months because he works in another country. As for hobbies, any suggestions. I mean I am a computer nerd but I cant stray too far in case some "Emergency" comes up. I am effectively "stuck inside"
Same with me - hence my PH post count!It's absolutely astonishing how the 'phone won't ring for hours - until the moment I wander away from my desk.
I'm at about the same length of time too - 10yrs. Looking back I wish I'd done something like building my own house.
The moment you go for a poo 
Bored2Tears said:
To answer some of the questions...
Although there is an office to go to, I haven't seen my boss in about 6 months because he works in another country. As for hobbies, any suggestions. I mean I am a computer nerd but I cant stray too far in case some "Emergency" comes up. I am effectively "stuck inside"
I would like to retrain and reskill. I guess I could do some online courses, but moving on would have to be an absolutely awesome package (You just dont get the packages these days).
Loads of online courses... some free (if you don't need the certificate)... e.g. aiAlthough there is an office to go to, I haven't seen my boss in about 6 months because he works in another country. As for hobbies, any suggestions. I mean I am a computer nerd but I cant stray too far in case some "Emergency" comes up. I am effectively "stuck inside"
I would like to retrain and reskill. I guess I could do some online courses, but moving on would have to be an absolutely awesome package (You just dont get the packages these days).
https://www.theverge.com/2018/4/3/17193302/microso...
Also:
Princes Trust Mentor (lunchtimes)
School governor (evenings but you could do some in the day) - even if you aren't a parent
Lay magistrate.. they must give you the time off IIRS... and you could show that your deliverables are not impacted?
Bored2Tears said:
Hey All!
So I am using an alias for this one for obvious reasons. Long and short of it is that in my current position I have very little to actually do. Been here a decade now and the role has changed and changed and changed and now I am given a weeks work to do and I have it done inside two hours.
Problem is I don't even like the job but its a VERY good screw with outstanding pension/healthcare/other benefits. Jumping ship does seem a silly thing to do as I wont get anywhere near the current rate or benefits.
Not really sure what to do on this one!
It's OK Eric look on the bright side,, gives you plenty of time to post on PH.So I am using an alias for this one for obvious reasons. Long and short of it is that in my current position I have very little to actually do. Been here a decade now and the role has changed and changed and changed and now I am given a weeks work to do and I have it done inside two hours.
Problem is I don't even like the job but its a VERY good screw with outstanding pension/healthcare/other benefits. Jumping ship does seem a silly thing to do as I wont get anywhere near the current rate or benefits.
Not really sure what to do on this one!
You'll hit 100,000 posts very soon.
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