Just remember one thing:  nothing ventured, nothing gained.  You won't lose anything if you don't get the job.  Just be as calm as you can be.  We all suffer disappointment when we don't get that position that we so desperately want.  Don't take it personally.  Having been on both sides of the interview process, let me tell you that sometimes it's not that one person is better than the other; it's just a matter of someone fitting into a position better.  

Good luck.  Walk into the interview knowing you can do the job.

That certainly does put a different spin on it.  I'd say, then, just don't take any pictures of her.  Sounds like instead of being extremely camera-shy (like me), she's just plain vain.

I have to agree with Vegasadmin here.  I HATE having my picture taken.  And no, I don't like it any better when they're family photos.  There are very, very few photos of me around.  It's a matter of respecting someone's wishes.  You may think this odd, but I consider this behavior somewhat of an invasion of my privacy.  However, I do think her behavior is odd.  I personally would not have taken or cut the pictures.  I would, however, have requested that my picture not be taken without my permission in the future.

I have a problem with having people sign timesheets who are basically NOT responsible for the employee whose timesheet they're signing (did that make sense).  Perhaps in a roundabout way, since you're basically in charge of these things, you could suggest that it makes you feel uncomfortable processing timesheets signed by people who have no idea what's going on.  When someone signs their name, they're attesting to the fact that they know for sure this employee  is telling the truth.  I won't do it for anyone about whom I have no knowledge.  If the boss is going to be out of town come timesheet signing time, either the employee or boss should make other arrangements.  This is where a well-defined chain of command can help.

People sometimes randomly sign their names to things not even thinking of the consequences which may arise from doing so.  Can you tell this is a sore spot with me?  You're right--it's a morale buster for sure!

I have to agree with SNA.

Unless you're their supervisor and although it DOES affect you, it is not up to you to keep tabs on their comings and goings.  It sounds as though you already have a well-placed ally and they will reap what they're sowing soon enough.

As a manager, when someone is keeping tabs on their peers' arrivals and departures, I have to wonder how much time is spent doing work and how much is spent documenting other people.  Keep your nose to the grindstone, perform to the best of your ability,and  maintain a line of open communication with the Executive Admin without complaining.  There have been times when people have confided in me as their supervisor that they are having some personal problems and I have cut them some slack as far as what time they start in the morning, extended lunches, etc.  I would do this for anyone with a problem.  Although I think this is just a case of employees abusing the system, it's always best to keep out of these things.

Good luck.  I'm sure things will turn out for the best.

She's got my prayers and thoughts.

Count me in as well!

Anytime--I'm here for you, WS!

Having just lost about 80 pounds, darn straight I'd wear it!!!!  

Karen

WhiteSatin,  I've noticed you've not been around.  My dad had Alzheimer's too and I ended up being his caregiver for a while.  If you'd like an understanding ear from one who's been there, give me your email address and we can talk!

Esmerelda Hamwich of Buckleberry Fern

I kind of like it!

Okay, believe it or not I've got the answer to why women open their mouths when putting on liner and mascara.  Evidently (or so I've read), when you open your mouth, the muscles you use keeping your mouth open somehow stabilize the muscles around your eyes so they don't twitch.

It's a good excuse anyway.

You know, it's gotten so bad around here lately that I refer to OJT as "potty training."  We're moving our offices (just two floors up), everyone's stressed and they're looking to us "gray hairs" (as my boss calls us--I'd rather be called "Mommy" than" gray hair") to "move their cheese" for them.

Bossie Manager?  Hmmmm....that one works!

Some of my staff have suggested I just use "Mommy."

Edited by phoenix55 on 20/03/02 12:56 PM.

Chris, I think that means you take drugs and lie about it and believe your lies because you're in total denial!

I'm #5.