Subscribe Feed (RSS)I had two job interviews earlier this week, and I knew that it was down to just me and another person at the second interview.
Well, having waited all yesterday for official notification, I had a call this morning to let me know that I did get the job. I am over the moon, since jobs for people with my skills and experience are so scarce these days, especially in the UK.
The money will not be as good as I have been earning in the USA, but aside from salaries in the UK being a bit lower in general than the USA, we are in a recession, and I also have some new skills to learn in this job. I am pleased to finally have a chance to learn some more up to date computing skills, and this also gives me the incentive to really prove myself, and if I can do that well, then the long term benefits will follow.
At this point in my life (I will turn 55 this weekend), I am not looking for a quick way to earn a bit more and to move on, I am looking for a job that I enjoy, working with a good group of people, and where I can hopefully stay until I am ready to retire. So really, if I do my bit, with luck this will see me through.
Debbie and I are off to Warwickshire (in the heart of England) this weekend. My cousin’s daughter is getting married, so a chance to celebrate, for Debbie to meet more of my family, and for us to have a couple of nights away in a 17th century Bed & Breakfast place. Photos and more stories to follow…
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Congratulations, Tony!
Congratulations! Great to hear that things are going well for you.
WHOO HOO!!! WHOO HOO!!! Go Broncs! Opps, no… Go TONY! That’s better. Things can only get better, and usually do.
Congratulations Tony. I’m really pleased for you. I was getting quite worried when there was no news yesterday. You and Debbie deserve some luck now. Have a great weekend.
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Many Congratulations Tony!
Take care
Paul
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What wonderful news, Tony! Congrats! Enjoy your weekend!
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Congratulations and Happy Birthday!
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Evelyn
Thanks Evelyn, Will be right over to Squidu as well as Tagfoot. It’s so nice to have friends I have gained in the last 2 years.
Congratulations, Tony, and happy birthday!
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Hurrah! Congratulations! Well done! You have much to celebrate this year, and we wish you all the best in everything.
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