Joanne Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I did not seek and accept another offer as a power play. I went into work Monday with my resignation and boxes to pack (I have a lot of books in my current office;)). Within minutes of my resignation, the CEO (who does not office out of my office, but happened to be on site) came in. I had not turned in my resignation to him. We talked for an hour. Bottom line: 1. I was able to express my frustrations and concerns that lead me to seek other employment. 2. He reiterated his reasons for hiring me to begin with, and "fleshed out" his plan for me. 3. He matched the salary offer I had from the new company. 4. He put it in writing. 5. Essentially, the trajectory is for me to finish my LPC-intern hours in my current role, to acquire my LMFT (the only things needed there are money for the test and the study material) and to move into being the company's "family specialist" on both the substance abuse and mental health sides. He called me the "Michael Jordan of therapy" of the company. I didn't get the analogy. But my Dad told me that I was better off being Michael Jordan than LeBron James. My CEO reported that my Dad "totally got" the CEO's point. :tongue_smilie::001_huh: I accepted my new/old offer. ;) The would-have-been-new-boss was gracious, classy and asked me to contact her should I ever decide to leave my current position. (And, as another update, if I can get through one more week, money should be adequate even without child support which is still not coming). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 That is great news, Joanne. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Great news!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenC3 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Michelle* Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Awesome news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 It's always great to know you're valued. Congratulations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 What great news- and feeling valued at your job is a huge perk. Yay for you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Congratulations!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Joanne! I am so thrilled for you! :party::hurray: You've worked hard and this is much deserved recognition for the amazing person you have become and your talents for helping others. Still keeping Adrian in my prayers and you as well. Faith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I need a bigger grin smiley.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JVA Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 So happy to hear this! Great news. God is providing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halcyon Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 That is wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Yea! You truly deserve this, so glad this happened. Continuing to keep Adrian in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess in the Burbs Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 that is awesome! That must make you feel pretty special :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Congrats! :cheers2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bassoon Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I need a bigger grin smiley.:D Me, too!!!! :party: Oh, Joanne - this just makes me happy to the bottom of the soles of my feet. Rejoicing with you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 :001_smile:Wonderful.:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassy Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 :hurray: That's wonderful! I'm so very happy for you :001_smile:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: :party::party::party: Joanne, you SO deserve this!!! Congratulations!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Great Job and Congratulations! :hurray::hurray::hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hana Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I'm so happy for you--you deserve good things! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle in AL Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Yeah!! Life is good sometimes!! :party: You so deserve to be acknowledged and rewarded!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blessed3x Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 CONGRATULATIONS!! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfgivas Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 doing the happy dance! :party: ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moxie Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 You worked your behind off and clearly people have noticed. Good job!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenL Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 It's always great to know you're valued. Congratulations. :iagree: Very happy for you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I'm so glad to hear good news, Joanne! I hope this is just the beginning of good things for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Very nice! Congratulation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 It's always great to know you're valued. Congratulations. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirty ethel rackham Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Halleluiah! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extendedforecast Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Congratulations! I'm so happy for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elinor Everywhere Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 What an awesome way to have your current company show their respect for you and how they value your contributions! :party: Very cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Wow, that's pretty cool. They love you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Wonderful news, Joanne! I am so happy for you! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jelbe5 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Congratulations! You certainly deserve this! Glad the CEO recognizes your professional abilities! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DusksAngel Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Congrats!! I hope everything works out better than you hope for! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 It's always great to know you're valued. Congratulations. I agree. Congratulations Laura. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannah Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Awesome!! Well done Joanne. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 How great must that feel? Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellesmere Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 :hurray::party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleIzumi Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 (edited) double cheering post, lol Edited November 14, 2012 by LittleIzumi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbmom77 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Wonderful news! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meriwether Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleIzumi Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 :party: HOORAY!!!!! That's absolutely wonderful, all of it!!!! It's more than time you got some solidly good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkInTheBlue Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 That is great news! Congratulations :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Awesome! I hope you're feeling like a rock star. Congratulations! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Joanne I am soooooo happy for you!!!!!! How great it must feel to know how much you're valued there! Congratulations!!!! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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