…Coz it seems like yesterday when I left my post as HR practitioner in a logistics company to join this publishing company as executive assistant. This job has evolved from merely sitting at the reception area taking calls and be boss around by most people to more rewarding tasks like working on visas, travel arrangements, events management, corporate stuff and fixing toilets and aircon. Well, the last one wouldn’t count as rewarding don’t you think? Kidding aside, it wasn’t an easy ride coz being part of the so-called “pioneers”, you get all the sh*t and shock. Not to mention all the transition from one facility and management to another. I had my share of heartbreaking, nerve-wracking moments too having to deal with grumpy expat bosses.
But beyond being paid really well (the highest in the industry), working with amazing people is a perk I wouldn’t trade for anything else. The unconventional flexi work schedule is also an advantage coz I get to bond with my daughters and the hubby more often and much longer. I don’t want to sugarcoat it or anything but as in any company, this company also has its share of issues and difficult people to deal with. You have to be strong to stomach office politics and you have to be aware of your responsibilities to stand up to power-tripping expats who creates a big deal out of petty office cleanliness issues.
In a nutshell, the past five years still has been wonderful in many ways for I would never last this long if not for the people, the learning experience and the work coupled with fun.
Now, let's take a look back at the 5 years that was...
There's more to come, I tell you. Here's to my 5 years with XL!!!
