Sunday, September 21, 2008

the truth hurts

it's been 5 long days. back with a mentally exhausted mind but well fed body - 6 meals a day with a 13 hours of activity daily. Taxing on the body but went home with a better understanding of the real demands of this job.

undoubtly, there is lots of fun, laughter and bonding among newbies and is definitely a moment which would be remembered by all. it's amazing how hr puts in tremendous efforts to invite ministers, mps and directors to give us prep talks and intensive training to prepare us for the road ahead.

though i'm grateful for the opportunity to be trained by veterans and the patience shown to mentees, major doubts still linger on at the back of my mind.

it's funny how hr tries to hide the real intensity of this job. maybe there should be greater transparency and honesty to screen out unsuitable candidates rather than bring them on board only to let them realise that it's not as smooth sailing as we thought.

work life balance? it's clearly not in the dictionary of the many veterans. not sure how many folks from Y generation is willing to forgo that for the sake of climbing the ladder.

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