Topic Title: Shift Swap Success
Posted: Sun Oct 14, 2012 7:07 am
I just wanted to share how I managed to get my shift swapped for this weekend with my colleague Alex. It's not always easy, but it can be done with some persistence and knowing who to talk to.
So here’s the deal – last week, I was up against a big project deadline, and we had a meeting with the client on Saturday that could impact our timeline significantly. Knowing how important this weekend is for both of us, I reached out to our supervisor, Carlina, right away. She seemed a bit busy at first, but after mentioning that Alex and I were willing to cover each other's shifts, she agreed to make it happen.
The key was being straightforward about the importance of the project and showing that we’re reliable team players who understand the big picture. Carlina appreciated the proactive approach and saw how our shift swap would benefit everyone involved. Plus, I reminded her that Alex is one of the top performers in the department, which helped seal the deal.
So if you ever need to make a shift change or get something important handled through your supervisor, don’t hesitate to reach out with clear reasons why it matters. Sometimes all it takes is a bit of foresight and a little push. For the Republic!
So here’s the deal – last week, I was up against a big project deadline, and we had a meeting with the client on Saturday that could impact our timeline significantly. Knowing how important this weekend is for both of us, I reached out to our supervisor, Carlina, right away. She seemed a bit busy at first, but after mentioning that Alex and I were willing to cover each other's shifts, she agreed to make it happen.
The key was being straightforward about the importance of the project and showing that we’re reliable team players who understand the big picture. Carlina appreciated the proactive approach and saw how our shift swap would benefit everyone involved. Plus, I reminded her that Alex is one of the top performers in the department, which helped seal the deal.
So if you ever need to make a shift change or get something important handled through your supervisor, don’t hesitate to reach out with clear reasons why it matters. Sometimes all it takes is a bit of foresight and a little push. For the Republic!