Finally started work!

[BarleySugar]

After having my start date postponed for a week I began work today. Part of the induction was explaining all the roles of everyone, and introducing me to all the people working on the same floor as me. My manager did say he didn't expect me to remember , so not sure why we spent so long on it. The IT guys had got an account sorted, which was good, but I didn't have access to the network drive where my manager had put all the documents for me to study, that wasn't. The intranet wasn't working either. Also the personnel officer was called to an unexpected meeting, so I really had nothing to do. I'm not used to having to take an hour lunch break either. When the weather's good I think I'll go for a walk, otherwise a good book or something else to pass the time.
However I did get the chance to meet with the existing tenant participation officer, and I've arranged to shadow her for the meetings she has on this week to give me a better idea of what actually goes on. They do have 2 allotments, one run for people with learning difficulties and one for physically impaired people, so I might get the chance to attend some of their meetings. The next one is on biodynamics and moon planting
So why am I feeling totally exhausted?

[Florence Fennel]

It's all the effort you've had to put in BS! First days for new staff are always exhausting. You're sounding very positive, so well done and good luck in your new job.

[Bren In Pots]

BS you're bound to feel tired a lot happened today so it can only get better from now on.

[veggiechicken]

Your new job sounds fantastic BS. A job that includes allotments and talks on gardening and you're being paid for it The first days in a new job are always tiring - so much to learn and remember, but it will get easier with each day! A walk lunch time might be a good idea - just to clear your head ready for the afternoon Enjoy it

[Farmer_Gyles]

it's a great feeling when you finally get to start a job .... especially when you've had to wait for it ....
the downside is the timing .... just as seeds need sowing, the ground needs digging etc etc ....

i'm a contract web developer .... i spent all winter waiting on a big job with a local authority to come through .... we finally got the go-ahead 2 weeks ago so now i'll be flat out till the end of july .... no idea how much time i'll get for the veggies!

[bramble]

Its always the way, feast or famine.

[lottie dolly]

here to wishing you all the best BS in your new job,you will soon find things to do in that hour,then before you know it,it will not be long enough,

[out in the cold]

Good luck in the new job.

It took me ages to get used to an hour for lunch too. I was used to taking about 25 mins

[Tripmeup]

Best of luck with the new job... Hope it is still going well..