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Posted: 2/3/2012 4:29:17 AM EDT

Seems they want to get to know me. Wonder how the conversation will go? Just approach it as a friendly talk?

Posted: 2/3/2012 4:30:54 AM EDT

[#1]

um.... For your field? Or just random, probably Amway?

Watch out for your kidneys.

Posted: 2/3/2012 4:32:59 AM EDT

[#2]

just remember, if they came to you without your applying to them, then YOU set the pay scale. don't be too shy to crank that price up.

Posted: 2/3/2012 4:32:59 AM EDT

[#3]

Remember that sting where the FBI sent out things to fugitives saying they'd won a car?

Yup.

Posted: 2/3/2012 4:33:05 AM EDT

[#4]

I'm assuming it's a job you're interested in, even though you hadn't applied for it?

Posted: 2/3/2012 4:36:48 AM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:

just remember, if they came to you without your applying to them, then YOU set the pay scale. don't be too shy to crank that price up.

Most decidedly this.

A company I don't work for but sometimes work with had a key guy leave a year or two back due to unhappiness with his job and the people he was working for. After a couple of months they were begging him to come back. They really were floundering without him. I don't know what he demanded and what they agreed to, but when he came back, he was driving a new sports car and smiled every day.

Posted: 2/3/2012 4:48:48 AM EDT

[#6]

It is in my field and within my "company" - just a different division. A few higher ups have known for a while that I am interested in moving along to something more challenging. So, no Amway, no worries about my kidneys, etc. Just haven't had anything like this before. 11:00EST, I'll report back.

Posted: 2/3/2012 4:49:05 AM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:

Quoted:
just remember, if they came to you without your applying to them, then YOU set the pay scale. don't be too shy to crank that price up.

Most decidedly this.

A company I don't work for but sometimes work with had a key guy leave a year or two back due to unhappiness with his job and the people he was working for. After a couple of months they were begging him to come back. They really were floundering without him. I don't know what he demanded and what they agreed to, but when he came back, he was driving a new sports car and smiled every day.

Same thing at my old company, they "strongly suggested" a guy retire before they had to lay him off. He did. Turns out he was the only one who knew how to do certain key processes correctly and efficiently. They ended up offering him a full time job as a "consultant" at ~2 times his original rate plus all benefits paid for by the company.

Posted: 2/3/2012 4:51:30 AM EDT

[#8]

I wasn't looking for a job when I got this one. My ex sister in law worked at man power professional and couldn't find anybody qualified to come interview for a position. She needed to make quota so she called me and asked if I would do her a favor. Turned out to be the best thing that ever happened in my professional career. I am on the fast track to taking the company over now

Posted: 2/3/2012 4:51:56 AM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:

It is in my field and within my "company" - just a different division. A few higher ups have known for a while that I am interested in moving along to something more challenging. So, no Amway, no worries about my kidneys, etc. Just haven't had anything like this before. 11:00EST, I'll report back.

You have arrived. It's called "being in demand" and it's a rare commodity these days. And apparently you work for a company that actually pays attention to the people they have working for them. That's even more rare.

Can't wait to hear your AAR.

Tag, you're it.

Posted: 2/3/2012 4:57:05 AM EDT

[#10]

Quoted:

Quoted:
It is in my field and within my "company" - just a different division. A few higher ups have known for a while that I am interested in moving along to something more challenging. So, no Amway, no worries about my kidneys, etc. Just haven't had anything like this before. 11:00EST, I'll report back.

You have arrived. It's called "being in demand" and it's a rare commodity these days. And apparently you work for a company that actually pays attention to the people they have working for them. That's even more rare.

Can't wait to hear your AAR.

Tag, you're it.

What Jeepinstein said.

Best of luck to you!

Posted: 2/3/2012 5:01:08 AM EDT

[#11]

I'll sum it up in pics, as they are worth a thousand words.

Posted: 2/3/2012 5:03:35 AM EDT

[#12]

Sounds like they want you. Make 'em pay for it

Posted: 2/3/2012 6:05:19 AM EDT

[#13]

The best jobs/assignments are the ones you don't/can't ask for.

Posted: 2/3/2012 6:06:42 AM EDT

[#14]

In before OP wakes up in a bathtub of ice water, missing a kidney.

Posted: 2/3/2012 6:18:55 AM EDT

[#15]

Tagged for later!

BigDozer66

Posted: 2/3/2012 6:35:23 AM EDT

[#16]

Half of my real (career) positions have been at companies I targeted for applications, but in positions that I did not specifically apply for. It is very helpful that people spread resumes around if they look promising but not a fit for the specific position they were sent to.

Posted: 2/3/2012 6:58:00 AM EDT

[#17]

I'm almost in the same position. Finished a co-op in first week of January and was told to call back in April to see if there were any opening. 2 weeks later, I get an call for an interview with them for a new position closer to my home. I'm going to approach it like an interview, even though I'm talking with my old boss.

I'm kinda agreeing with the comments about asking for a bit more money. I won't get to greedy, but I'm shooting for them get me an iPad.

Posted: 2/3/2012 6:59:27 AM EDT

[#18]

Someone trying to sell you a whole life policy or long term care.

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:40:14 AM EDT

[#19]

Excellent outcome. I'm moving from Washington DC back to Colorado - and am being moved to a fuckin AWESOME position. Actually, a position that I will get to create! I am so excited I can't contain myself. I moved here 5-1/2 years ago FROM CO and have been trying to get back since. Strange way things work out.

-AA

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:42:25 AM EDT

[#20]

Quoted:

Excellent outcome. I'm moving from Washington DC back to Colorado - and am being moved to a fuckin AWESOME position. Actually, a position that I will get to create! I am so excited I can't contain myself. I moved here 5-1/2 years ago FROM CO and have been trying to get back since. Strange way things work out.

-AA

Congrats. It's fun being on top!

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:43:52 AM EDT

[#21]

Quoted:

Excellent outcome. I'm moving from Washington DC back to Colorado - and am being moved to a fuckin AWESOME position. Actually, a position that I will get to create! I am so excited I can't contain myself. I moved here 5-1/2 years ago FROM CO and have been trying to get back since. Strange way things work out.

-AA

The world is indeed your oyster. So drinks are on you this weekend?

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:46:12 AM EDT

[#22]

Quoted:

Excellent outcome. I'm moving from Washington DC back to Colorado - and am being moved to a fuckin AWESOME position. Actually, a position that I will get to create! I am so excited I can't contain myself. I moved here 5-1/2 years ago FROM CO and have been trying to get back since. Strange way things work out.

-AA

kick ass.

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:46:57 AM EDT

[#23]

Quoted:
Excellent outcome. I'm moving from Washington DC back to Colorado - and am being moved to a fuckin AWESOME position. Actually, a position that I will get to create! I am so excited I can't contain myself. I moved here 5-1/2 years ago FROM CO and have been trying to get back since. Strange way things work out.

-AA

Congrats! Great news!

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:47:52 AM EDT

[#24]

I for one welcome our newest Amway overlord AlmostAmos

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:47:52 AM EDT

[#25]

Quoted:
Excellent outcome. I'm moving from Washington DC back to Colorado - and am being moved to a fuckin AWESOME position. Actually, a position that I will get to create! I am so excited I can't contain myself. I moved here 5-1/2 years ago FROM CO and have been trying to get back since. Strange way things work out.

-AA

You get to create a position? I certainly hope you include fast cars, cocaine and prositutes in the job description.

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:50:50 AM EDT

[#26]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Excellent outcome. I'm moving from Washington DC back to Colorado - and am being moved to a fuckin AWESOME position. Actually, a position that I will get to create! I am so excited I can't contain myself. I moved here 5-1/2 years ago FROM CO and have been trying to get back since. Strange way things work out.
-AA

You get to create a position? I certainly hope you include fast cars, cocaine and prositutes in the job description.

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:55:26 AM EDT

[#27]

So since you're in the creating positions area, I'm sure you'll need an assistant.

An assistant with a 7 figure salary, bennies, lots of vacation time, etc.

I might be available.

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:58:15 AM EDT

[#28]

Good for you, man!

Posted: 2/3/2012 9:58:39 AM EDT

[#29]

Quoted:

Excellent outcome. I'm moving from Washington DC back to Colorado - and am being moved to a fuckin AWESOME position. Actually, a position that I will get to create! I am so excited I can't contain myself. I moved here 5-1/2 years ago FROM CO and have been trying to get back since. Strange way things work out.

-AA

Like a Boss!

Posted: 2/3/2012 10:00:40 AM EDT

[#30]

Quoted:

It is in my field and within my "company" - just a different division. A few higher ups have known for a while that I am interested in moving along to something more challenging. So, no Amway, no worries about my kidneys, etc. Just haven't had anything like this before. 11:00EST, I'll report back.

My wife had one of those yesterday.

Nice to know your labor is in demand.

Posted: 2/3/2012 10:11:48 PM EDT

[#31]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Excellent outcome. I'm moving from Washington DC back to Colorado - and am being moved to a fuckin AWESOME position. Actually, a position that I will get to create! I am so excited I can't contain myself. I moved here 5-1/2 years ago FROM CO and have been trying to get back since. Strange way things work out.

-AA

The world is indeed your oyster. So drinks are on you this weekend?

I agree. Obviously, you would not have got the job without ARFCom's good wishes!

Posted: 2/3/2012 10:23:45 PM EDT

[#32]

Quoted:
It is in my field and within my "company" - just a different division. A few higher ups have known for a while that I am interested in moving along to something more challenging. So, no Amway, no worries about my kidneys, etc. Just haven't had anything like this before. 11:00EST, I'll report back.

Meh

Posted: 2/4/2012 3:35:57 AM EDT

[#33]

Quoted:
Excellent outcome. I'm moving from Washington DC back to Colorado - and am being moved to a fuckin AWESOME position. Actually, a position that I will get to create! I am so excited I can't contain myself. I moved here 5-1/2 years ago FROM CO and have been trying to get back since. Strange way things work out.

-AA

Good work!

Posted: 2/4/2012 3:40:46 AM EDT

[#34]

Posted: 2/4/2012 4:03:39 AM EDT

[#35]

Good luck sir..

Posted: 2/4/2012 4:05:09 AM EDT

[#36]

Congrats on the upward move.

Posted: 2/4/2012 4:10:51 AM EDT

[#37]

Congrats!!

Posted: 2/4/2012 4:12:02 AM EDT

[#38]

You will need a secretary.

Since cheerleading is a part time gig........................

Posted: 2/4/2012 4:16:58 AM EDT

[#39]

Quoted:
I for one welcome our newest Amway overlord AlmostAmos

Guy on my FD is in that Amway shit, he's so persistant about trying to get other people into it, that he's about to get his ass written up for it.

Posted: 2/4/2012 4:18:02 AM EDT

[#40]

Bump for everyone to see how a thread is supposed to be done.

He didn't make the thread 3 weeks early. He came back. He came back in a reasonable amount of time for a bunch of 13 year olds with ADD.

Congrats OP! This is why you get paid the big bucks.

Posted: 2/4/2012 4:28:09 AM EDT

[#41]

Quoted:
Bump for everyone to see how a thread is supposed to be done.

He didn't make the thread 3 weeks early. He came back. He came back in a reasonable amount of time for a bunch of 13 year olds with ADD.

Congrats OP! This is why you get paid the big bucks.

OP, I think you have an applicant for that PR position.

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