My first part-time job?
 

Ok... Way offtopic, and not related to OS X at all, but I'm going to get my first job (i'm 15, about to be 16), and i'm somewhat confused, nervous, and excited all at the same time. It's only at a local burger joint, but, well, it's still a job. I'm not sure what to do, but already filled out an application and am going to meet someone there soon.

What do I do? How should I handle things? Should I have brought a resume? Or is that an overkill? Am I overreacting? :confused: http://bigpixel.macintoshdevelopers....efault/huh.gif http://bigpixel.macintoshdevelopers..../undecided.gif

Congratulations! I remember distinctly one of my first jobs slinging pizzas at 16...

First of all, all honest work has dignity -- whether it's slinging burgers or pizza, mopping a floor or running a fortune 500 company. Take pride in everything you do.

It's natural to be nervous. Just keep your eyes and ears open, don't be afraid to make mistakes, take it one moment at a time.

And have fun!

I'll be 70 next month and I still clearly remember my first job. It's a beginning.

Ah, rites of passage. I'm getting nostalgic.Nope, it's normal. I remember turning 16 and getting my first "real" job. I was pretty nervous.Show up early, dress neatly, be polite, take your job seriously. Recognize it as a valuable learning experience.

Oh, and get into the habit of setting aside a portion of your paycheck. Learn to budget your money now and you'll be ahead of the game later.

Good luck.

The fact that you have posted this here is a credit to you, and actually says a lot about you. I'd say you have integrity, very good manners and will be an asset to any company you work for and I personally wish you the very best of luck.

May I offer you some words of advice that my wonderful Dad gave me when I was just 16...

Congratulations...

theMouthPiece's Dad was right on, but this above all from my long-gone Dad: "Whatever you do, do it better than others do and you'll always prosper".

Let me add this old saw as well "You only get one chance to make a first impression". Make it a good one.

Wow, judging by your writing, I'd have thought you were in your late 30's.

Main thing is, just act confident and don't appear afraid. I've seen too many opportunities slip out of people's hands because they were timid.

I have to say that I never thought ThreeDee (based your posts) were that young. That's a credit, indeed.

Just be confident, and don't be afraid to make a mistake. It happens. People will laugh, and quickly forget about it and move on as long as you don't dwell on it yourself. And remember...you're actually getting PAID to be there! What an idea!

Good luck...i'm sure you'll be able to handle it with no problems!

That indeed is very good practical advise. I know I shrugged my shoulders and blew that one off in my early working life, and kick myself now!

Set a percentage that no matter what you earn, if it goes up or down, put the same percent aside in a term deposit or somewhere it's a little difficult to get to, you will be so glad you did.

Also...don't get a credit card. DON'T. :)

Otherwise - enjoy yourself no matter what you are doing.

Learn the difference between Debit and Credit. Debit = Good. Credit = Baaaaaaaaaaad.

I'm only 22 and I read capitalj's advice with heed. I'm working 3 jobs right now over 6 days a week and I think it is high time I start putting a percentage away that isn't superannuation. hmmmm....

well i hate writig lik this 2 u guyz cuz its anoying & hard 2 read lol

I don't know why, but on forums like these, I always have a habit of typing somewhat 'professional', or something like that. :)

Anyway, thanks for all the support everyone.

Please tell me it's not Wendy's or BK lol....maybe it's just me but I got hired and left the next day...

1) It was completely staffed by Mexicans, I was to be trained by Mexicans who spoke no English

2) Everyone was talking in Spanish and laughing...I couldn't join in because I never really learned Spanish

3) The hamburgers are VERY gross raw....trust me, they do NOT look like normal meat raw

Very lonely yucky experience...never ever going back there

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Does that make me the youngest on the board, im 14 :D:D. and i have to put in an effort not to talk like i would on msn lol

Thanks for putting in the effort. :) I have a 16 year old brother (I'm 40) who sends messages that look like they were typed by an arthritic monkey. :rolleyes:

I think Wee_Guy might actually be the youngest by a couple of years.

How old is he? lol

A while back he said he was 11.

I hadn't thought about it before, but it made me wonder how often I was depending on children to help me solve computer mysteries. I have just under three years of computer experience (all on my PowerBook) so I am uncomfortably close to fitting the stereotype of the clueless adult at the mercy of junior high whiz kids. ;)

lol wait does that make us 3 super-neards? To be honest, i have a vested interest in tech and computers, phones etc, but i don't want to be seen as a neard, think of it as being my hobby :)

I guess I must be near the other end of the spectrum: 70 in exactly 4 weeks.

End of the spectrum? Naw, that’s when things can get really colourful -- because you have the time and hopefully peace of mind to step back and really appreciate the colours. :)

Judging from many of your posts, you’re a connoisseur, NovaScotian!

I remember when my dad turned 70 he had trouble getting his head around such a big number. I myself have just turned 40. When you're a kid thinking about old age it's like you're thinking about another person but it's just you with a lot more years under your belt. It's worth keeping that in mind when you excuse your less healthy behaviours with the mantra "who wants to get old". The answer is you do and you will be there before you know it.

As far as advice for a new job if you don't know something don't be afraid to ask. If you make a mistake just be honest, own up to it and find out how not to do it again. Most employers can see who is genuine and will appreciate those who make an effort.

I flipped burgers when I was a teenager, and no just show up they pretty much hire anyone willing and able to work. I remember how my arms became immune to grease burns after working there a while. Hot grease would splash back sometimes and spray your hands and arms. You got all the free food you could eat, which is probably why I hardly eat fast food these days.

Heh, well sadly, it seems they don't want to hire people "almost 16".

labor laws must have changed I was able to work at 14 when I was a kid.