I blame themastereddo and bb-destroys-things, the original creators of the verse.
I’m gonna burn in hell.
Nick is Hades and Keith is Zeus…they’re brothers, whee. Dave is Hera and this amuses me because he abuses the hell out of his powers, and Ella and in the present, Ellis is Persephone.
Finished! Not even Photoshop crashing could stop me! I'm impressed I pulled this off, considering how many times Photoshop crashed or decided not to allow pressure sensitivity. If I make a print version, I'll add a few more details...and a background...not today though. I adore the cape though and the frost effects!
A Quick Guide to Interviews, Professionalism, and Office Wear
I’ve seen a few posts running around my dash about people showing up to job interviews and office work in jeans. NO. I’m gonna write from my own personal experience and what faux-pas people commit on their first jobs or because they believe they’re in the right because some post on the internet validated their views on office behavior. That said, here you go…Also pardon the lack of proper format, I’m writing this on the mobile app.
Hope these help!
2. Practice Questions about the Interview. A good set of questions are: what are my strengths and weaknesses? Why are I applying for this job? What do I bring to the table in regards to the organization? What are your plans five years from now? These may be easy to bullshit, but be sincere about this. Take this moment to evaluate if this job is for you.
3. Leave Tumblr, social justice, and fandoms, hell anything not relating to the field of the application out. I personally haven’t seen it but I’ve heard stories from people that have performed interviews in which this sin is committed. The interview is not a place to espouse your beliefs on social matters, and if the interviewer does ask this, refrain from language that may cause an adverse reaction. Example:
"What do you think about the feminist movement in the workforce?"
RIGHT: “I believe that women should be treated with respect and paid equally for performing the same jobs as men do.”
You demonstrate eloquence and a level head on a controversial issue.
THAT SAID, here are the following topics neither you or the interviewer should ever bring up:
* Your Political Party
* Your Religion
* Your Sexual Orientation
* Your Race and Country of Origin
* Past Issues with your previous employers.
The first four are prohibited by federal workplace legislation for those readers in the United States, and this may be applied to other countries under the principles of dignity and privacy. Check your Constitution or Bill of Rights for more information. To politely decline the issue, just say, “I do not feel comfortable with answering this question, may we please continue on?” No direct attacks at the interviewer, don’t burn a bridge. These are also topics to not talk about at work.
Past Issues is tricky since you may be asked to give a history about your past employment. This question should not take anymore than 30 seconds and refrain from past grudges, stick to what you put in your resignation letter.
4. Practice your driving or bus route at least one or two days in advance. Less chance of getting lost and more time you get acquainted. Also, try to bring a book to your interview to read on, or your tablet. Do not bring comics or manga and refrain from using your phone too much as this shows lack of interest.
5. Please state beforehand what gender pronouns you prefer to be referred as. Remember that the accepted legal agender pronouns are they/their and xir. This will help the interviewer understand you more and adapt the process to your appointment. Do not use other genders as the interviewer will not take you seriously.
6. Try out your outfit the night before and spot any problems or repairs it may need. Again <b>NO JEANS OR CASUALWEAR ALLOWED</b>. Your best bet is a good dress shirt or sleeved blouse, a suit or sport jacket (NOT A SPORTS TEAM JACKET MIND YOU), a good pair of black pants or skirt, and low heeled closed shoes. It will be tempting to break out the pumps and the high heels but unless it’s close-toe, I would disagree on the choice.
Office wear should be kept business casual: aka moderation in application. Flatter your body shape but don’t get too comfy. In my personal experience, try to have neutral colors for your pants and skirts so you can experiment more on your tops and shirts. No-sleeve blouses are not allowed, and nothing with a boob window. NO SHORTS EVER. Leggings are iffy on my part, but I could be wrong.
About Jeans: People usually have Jeans Fridays, where people may come in jeans to work. No ripped pants, no loud or obscene shirts, moderation. They can and will be a nice and fun break from the usual stuff.
Office tip: If you insist on working in heels, I suggest emergency flats for when it gets too much. Your feet will thank you, especially if you do a lot of walking.
7. This is a little secret but might as well put it out there: Bring your résumé or CV in an envelope. You don’t have to hand it in the envelope, but if you are, state your name, phone number, email, and available hours. Handing a résumé like this shows you have a sense of professionalism and the potential employer will be impressed. Handing a folded up paper will be sent to the trash.
8. Show your age not your shoe size. Professionalism isn’t kissing up to the boss, it’s you giving off the respect you deserve. Sure, you may kid around and have a good time but never let one insult slip by you.
9. Don’t be an asshole at the office break room. If you see the supplies running low, offer to buy that week’s supply of coffee, people will love you, more so if it’s a busy day. RESPECT THE TAGS. Seriously, why would anyone steal food from the office fridge?!
10. Your cubicle is your kingdom RULE OVER IT. Keep it as tidy as possible, take 5 minutes off your morning routine to sort out what’s due today, what is urgent (aka your morning priorities) and a big open spot for you to be comfortable working on. You may keep cute trinkets but make sure no one has sticky fingers.
11. Never take more work than you can handle and process it right. Build yourself up and maintain a certain level of quality. If you make a mistake, make a note of it and ask if you can redo it. Never assume someone will catch that mistake, and be humble when you ask for it.
12. Cooperate but don’t sacrifice yourself. This goes for the interview and the office, be relatable but keep some things to yourself. No one needs to hear about who you screwed or went out with.
On that subject, office relationships are not encouraged but they happen. Be subtle and be professionals about it. An office fling should remain between the two people and sex in the workplace is a massive no and will get you fired. Remember tip 3? Yeah, this is why. And refrain from gossiping during work hours.
