More on the Cookie

The past few weeks have been hectic! Starting shortly after I returned from NYC it has been a non-stop whirlwind of work activity and part of this is all due to that little fortune cookie. Now because this is a work situation, the story will have gaps. (excellent blogger advise on "How Not to get Fired While Blogging at) http://help.blogger.com/bin/answer.py?answer=661&topic=35

So here's the deal. I have always wanted to work in the International Department at my company. Since the office is located in another state, I was reluctant to leave the beach, even for an excellent job. In the past few years, I have decided that when the opportunity would arise, I would be ready to go for it.

Three weeks ago, the Director of International Training resigned. I was so excited and ready to go! I opened my mouth and let a lot of people know. Then the tower walls began to crumble and fall. First, I wasn't sure that I would even be allowed to apply. The company I work for is pretty firm on all the internal HR policies. My department has been through several changes this year my chances of a transfer were looking slim. I was getting depressed and beaten down.

Then, the fortune cookie came my way and gave me new determination. "Take that chance you've been considering." I still have it right next to my desk.

There has been positive progress in the last week. My application for a transfer/promotion has been approved and submitted to HR. I feel good. I sleep at night. My chances have gone from zero to pretty positive on this.

My company works slowly on these type of things. I'll keep you posted when there's a final resolution. Keep your fingers crossed for me!