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Hi guys, Now VMware is offering me a 35% percent hike of what I am earning at DellEmc. I just completed one year at DellEmc. Total 2.7YOE But I don't like to go out of Dell, due to some personal commitments I am planning to switch.
Is it a good time to switch?
Can I talk with my manager ?
Are they able to hike the salary of what VMware is offering? Please suggest me.
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Anyone got recruited for Pune location recently? My interview process has been completed and asked for documents on 23rd Dec, but till now I haven’t got any update after that. Today i called HR and they said manager has not provided any update on my application. Should i wait for the offer letter or look opportunity in another organisation? Deloitte Deloitte India
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Definitely relatable. But be aware of speaking from a place of lack and limits. as the previous poster mentioned, instead of focusing on all the things you believe you’re not good at, because how you language these things seeps into your psyche. Words are magical wands and end up coloring our self concept of what we think we are. Instead of looking into that abyss. Speak to the ways that your challenges help, assist and are inevitably super powers—- train your mind to look at challenges as benefits and your “age”, as something powerful. It’s a privilege to be older and to encompass wisdom, you have a lot to offer. So if you desire for someone else to see it, you have to see it and believe it first. You are your strongest advocate. Stop speaking counter intuitively about yourself. You’ve been chosen to be on this planet, no one can bring what you can bring and also look at your talents and skills outside the realm of just what you can do for a job. And perhaps you’ll tap into a steam of consciousness that opens your eyes and inspires you and your next move.
What do you like about healthcare? Is it interacting with patients? There are plenty of other areas you can work within that focus less on performing tasks quickly and more on patient interaction. Have you thought about being a patient tech perhaps and working in long term care facilities helping seniors with daily living tasks, self care? Many facilities will even provide on the job training, and people typically find this type of work very rewarding. You could also consider working in Hospice or behavioral health. Where else could you use your license if you choose to continue to work as a phlebotomist? Perhaps you could look into working in a physicians office, long term care facility, blood donation center, research lab…to name a few. Think about why you went into healthcare, what you enjoy about the work, then think of your strengths. What can you do with them? I think it’s important to acknowledge areas in which we are not the strongest, but these areas don’t define you. Work with them vs letting them work against you. Also, don’t focus on your age. 50 isn’t old. Many women in their 50s change their career paths entirely, and even start their own businesses. You can also work with a physician, thinking functional medicine, or hormone specialist, to explore nutritional / supplement support to help you manage the “typical 50 year old woman stuff” if you feel this is holding you back in some way. You were able to get your phleb license, so you’re capable of more than you’re giving yourself credit for. Good luck!
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First off, you're not alone, and there's definitely a place for you in healthcare! Speed isn’t everything—roles that require precision, patience, and attention to detail, like lab work or patient education, might suit you better. Maybe look into positions with a slower pace, like working in a specialty clinic, or administrative roles where you can apply your strengths without the pressure of multitasking. ADHD adds challenges, but you’re capable—just need the right fit. Keep going, but explore niches where you can thrive without the rush!
What are the things you’re good at? You should look into roles that play on those strengths
OP do you take medication for ADHD? I found that my mistakes were few and far between after I got put on medication. I was able to really pay attention to what I was doing and I stopped making all the small mistakes I was making previously. Being put on medication is what really helped me.
Yes, I do. I tried everything I ever heard of: supplements, medication, yoga, sleep, exercise, coaching. It helped a lot but I still made mistakes.
I hear you all about leaning into my strengths and interests, and that behavioral health might be a good fit. My post was trying to be very succinct so it did focus on my shortcomings, but you're right that I'm still demoralized and insecure after the firing. Thanks everyone for your encouragement.
Chief
I feel like all of the big commercial labs are hiring for phlebs
It's never too old to follow your dreams or to try a new profession. I have done it and doing very well. In regard to having ADHD you may encounter many struggles in getting your work done on time.
A great deal of mental stability, skills and focus is needed to successfully assist the client and to be an excellent caregiver.
Please focus on getting well and best of luck.