Friday Five - 01/09/09

[Refugee 7]

1. What do you do for a living?

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker?

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not?

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why?

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world?

[angelic_22 0]

1. What do you do for a living? Electrical Engineering.

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? At times - I try to be a smart worker, and be highly effective. Always preferred working smart to working hard if I could find a way.

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? Yes and I think I did OK considering I had no formal training in managing people. I think I was a good boss and Thad seemed to be happy.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? I think I would like to teach science or mathematics to at risk kids. I know I could make it a hell of a lot of fun and capture the kids interest and get them involved. Im not sure the school is ready for a crazy teacher like me though LOL!

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world? I have not had a whole bunch of jobs (Been at the same place since graduation in 1984) but prior to that, I would say that being a TA at a local college's electronics lab when I was a senior in High School probably gave me the best preparation. My boss was a no nonsense kinda guy (lowered the boom on me once for screwing off), and there was all that bullshit politics in the department, and I had to interact with all kinds of students who were trying to solve all kinds of different problems. It was weird though - I had to sign a Loyalty Oath to the USA to be on the payroll at the local community college. That was something right out of the 50's.

Edited January 9, 2009 by Relic

[Echosoftom 3]

1. What do you do for a living? - I'm an RN. I take care of sick babies in a Neonatal ICU.

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? - Yes, when we're busy I work hard. But I do enjoy my down time as well.

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? - I don't think I'm a good boss. I have no patience.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? - Either a back-up singer or a clothes designer.

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world?

What prepared? I'm still trying to figure things out, lol.

[Refugee 7]

1. What do you do for a living? - I'm a supervisor for a Army/Air Force Class Six store.

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? - For the most part, yes. Sometimes I'm a little too dedicated.

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? - I have several people who work under me now. I think I am a good boss, I'm fair but can be a bitch when need be. Most of my co-workers I supervise like working with me and to me that says a lot.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? - I want to be the sole ruler in charge of the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Why? So this state wouldn't have so many stupid ass drivers!

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world? - Babysitting, lol. I'm serious.

[WildflowerNJ 136]

Friday Five - 01/09/09

1. What do you do for a living?

I do not work outside my home..

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker?

Yes, I am a very hard worker...

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not?

I would not make a good boss....I am not agressive enough...

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why?

I can think of a few...head gardener at some huge England estate or working with fashion designers..

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world?

Maybe doing just what I am doing....

[Softanimal 7]

1. What do you do for a living?

Receive guests and phone calls and mails and do some paperwork at a hotel.

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker?

Yes - I love to do something! Hate just to hang around like that.

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not?

No. I can't figure out which desicions are right or wrong ones to make. Don't give me the responsibility.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why?

I would be a singer. I love to sing and I am pretty good, too.

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world?

My stubbornness.

[MaryJane 0]

1. What do you do for a living? I'm a student. I don't have a job yet.

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? Yes, relatively.

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? Yes...I think I kept them on track well.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? I would be a session musician. You aren't in the spotlight too much, but you still get to play music for a living.

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world? Hmm, honestly I don't know.

[Starfish 0]

1. What do you do for a living? I'm a full time massage therapy student, as of last week. I'm also raising a family.

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? I can be a very dedicated, hard working employee or student. I can also be a total slug, especially when the work I need to do is housework.

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? I do not enjoy taking the lead. I have a strong tendency to take on most of the work myself when I'm in charge - it's easier for me to do that than to delegate. So no, I'm not a good boss.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? I'm going to school for massage therapy, so I'd obviously like to be a massage therapist. My goal is to work in a hospice or hospital setting.

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world? In high school, I was a lifeguard and I worked in a convenience store. Neither job prepared me for the "real" world to any great degree, although working in the convenience store did teach me to deal with some very diverse personalities.

[Yer so bad 4]

1. What do you do for a living? I work in a callcenter, receiving calls from unbearable clients who have problems with their cellular

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? Yes! I´m very hard worker

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? Yes, because I know to command with respect and without being authoritarian

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? Actress, becuase is my dream, I love it!

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world? Actress, haha

[Doxiejoe 1]

1. What do you do for a living? I'm a special ed teacher

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? most of the time

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? I try to be a good boss, but I know some people don't like working under me. I have super-high expectations. People who like to slack off don't like that so much.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? retired lottery winner? seriously though, I'm doing the job I want to be doing.

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world? being a paraeducator and working in residential programs

[Pettyjunkie 0]

1. What do you do for a living?-Professional multi-slacker and a student

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker?-I can be if I want to.

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not?- Yeah and I think I did a pretty good job.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why?-Video game tester. What better sitting down and playing video games all day?

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world?-Not applicable

[brandonwood20 0]

1. What do you do for a living? Thrifty Renal Car guy

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? yes, very much so

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? Yeah, i'm a solid boss cause i've been the little guy so often.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? My intersts change too much. I would probably get tired of most anything. But, hm, right now, housedad. heh

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world? Cookie Monster

[Flower 0]

1. What do you do for a living? Drive a schoolbus

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? Yes

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? Yes, cause I'm easy going. And play well with others.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? A professional beach bum. warm, sand , water need I say more?

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world. Being a mom

[SG 37]

1. What do you do for a living?

I'm an artist by obsession and a church secretary by profession.

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker?

Always; I take stuff so seriously.

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not?

I thought I did fine organizing a big city-wide art competition a long time ago but wouldn't do it again 'cause I don't have patience to deal with all the personalities now.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why?

I'd be a guitar tech!!! Stevie Ray Vaughan's, if he was still here... or Mike's, if he was hirin'.

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world?

Exhibiting and selling my art & prints at art festivals got me over being so shy. I learned people aren't the enemy (well most of them aren't) and are actually quite interesting to get to know.

[asakitten 13]

1. What do you do for a living? I take take of people with mental and physical problems

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? try to be

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? I haven't really been the boss of any one

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? I'd be an artist

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world? babysitting

[LizzieB 0]

1. What do you do for a living? Right now I work in the training area. I left IT 6 years ago after 18 years.

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? I'm a hard worker. This project I'm on right now makes me feel like I don't accomplish much, but I'm always busy.

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? I've always had great feedback from people that work for me. Bosses generally think my teams are highly effective. I'm definately not one of those "manages up, doesn't manage down" type of people. Probably the opposite.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? Anything involving getting paid to listen to rock 'n' roll music, especially live shows.

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world? Being my father's daughter. That and every boring, annoying job I had that encouraged me to stay in college.

[KansasPettyFan 1]

1. What do you do for a living? Legal transcription.

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker? Yes.

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not? In my previous career, I managed a group of people at one point. Although I think I did a good job at it, I would never do it again. I like managing myself.

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why? Own a doggie daycare/grooming/boarding place.

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world? All of my jobs before college were pretty insignificant and didn't prepare me much.

[Harrisong 0]

1. What do you do for a living?

I teach English to Adults

2. Would you characterize yourself as a hard worker?

So so

3. If you have ever had someone work for you as a subordinate or have lead a project, do you think you were a good boss? Why or why not?

I think so, I'd be good because I had a good boss so he will be my example!

4. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Why?

Writer, it is my dream

5. What job do you think most prepared you for the working world?

Teacher