Sunday, March 30, 2014
Worked at a grocery store for 2 weeks so far.
It was tiring but i felt that my time was well used even though the tasks are quite mundane.
Every time I see someone carrying a plastic bag from the store, I feel a little cosy inside. haha (and a bit irritated that they didn't bring their own grocery bag)
I guess that's what you call job satisfaction? Plus, the customers are kind and polite too! I've not met any who was angry and demanding. The staff patiently mentored me even though they were busy with daily tasks. In fact, everyone at this place works hard to keep the goods well stocked. Quite a world of difference, compared to some jobs I've worked at. Being the youngest working there, I had plenty of energy to spare, so I offered my help to others when I finished my tasks. (which i felt was the right thing to do)
I felt really pleased while working, seeing the sparkling clean aisles stocked to the brim with neatly arranged products. I guess that's job satisfaction too? I have several points to improve on. I'm still quite shy when speaking to strangers. It's a Singaporean habit I guess, we don't usually talk to strangers anywhere unless we're giving a sales pitch. Common words we used are either "Excuse me!" or "Thank you!", never a "How are you?" or "Good day!". No worries, I'm working on that. Stop by and say hello, I'll be sure to start a conversation with you!
I've also facilitated a motivational workshop at a primary school for 3 days. It was quite an eye-opener, not quite what I expected. (I won't say what I was expecting)
I felt that this job was mentally strenuous. Dealing with hyperactive students really took the wind out of me.
It was gratifying to see the students eventually warm up to you and bond with each other as well.
I don't think they would remember me after a few weeks, I just hope that the experience they've gained will tide them through their examinations or improve their attitude towards life in general.
Tomorrow, I'll be helping another group of students again, for another 3 days. I hope I'll be able to last through each day and emerge stronger, just like the lecturer preaches. Point of power is now I guess?
Repetition is the mother of all skills, the papa is decision making...
Little by little, I no longer feel the days pass slowly. The week after I ORDed felt like a month because I stayed at home all day. The week that just past felt like, well, a week.
Most importantly, I feel useful.
signing off.
Call Of The Wild at 10:25 PM