Thursday, October 23, 2008

So long and thanks for all the bringdown

Well, that didn’t take very long. After yet another heated conversation, Captain Bringdown told me to pack up my tools and go home. I find it funny that after working as a greenhouse keeper, a roofer, a truck loader, a painter, a trim carpenter, and a history teacher, that this was the first time a boss told me that I was anything other than one of the best employees they ever had. I understand that my attitude (meaning I actually stand up for myself) probably did not help the situation, but I refuse to be worked like a slave and treated with contempt. I will not eat your shit with a smile and call you sir. I don’t have a family to support. I live well within my means. I can get a better job.

At least now I can go finish up Burton’s exterior repaint. Other goals for the day: learn a new song on my guitar, finish setting up my room, and yet more job hunting.

I came to Charlotte looking for new experiences and I certainly had one today. I’m just disappointed that such a total douche bag got the pleasure of being the first person to ever fire me.

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