Not that anyone is really that interested, but I thought it'd be fun to share my work history since I'm beginning a new job this week! (Oh, and my brother is starting his first job..you'll see where!) This will really be in no particular order other than favorite.. and probably length. But if you think about it, those probably coincide. I would be at my favorite for the longest time, right?

Gordon Food Service: I've been at Gordon Food Service since September 2005. I was eligible to start working after turning 16 on August 18, and I began working September 2, 2005. I'm not sure why I was so anxious about starting to work, but I think it had something to do with a subconscious desire to work, work, work and stay busy. I got bored very easily watching movies or playing video games (something I will blog about soon..), so I wanted to get out of the house and do something productive. When I started, I wasn't sure I wanted to stay. I had a rough time connecting with my co-workers at first. The managers loved me, but my co-workers had some issues with me. I later realized it was because those people saw me as a threat and were just hard to work with anyway. I was a threat because I was starting to pick up lots of shifts because the managers wanted me to be there. Those people soon left, and I slowly started to make some great connections with other co-workers. I've been a bit removed, living so far away, but I still work a few shifts at GFS here and there. I don't have the greatest relationship with many of the associates there, but I still have a reputation with the management team, and I enjoy getting to know some of the newer associates.

Another thing about GFS is that my whole (eligible) family has or still does work there. About six months after I was hired, Momma decided to take a part-time job to earn a little more income, since we had just did a huge home remodel project. About six months after that, Dusty, who hadn't yet had a paying job (he's older than me), was hired on at GFS. By then, I was the one that was doing trainings, and I trained him. As soon as Matt was eligible, he took a job as well. But that's not all... My 77-year-old grandmother also works there as the food demonstration lady, and my brother who turned 16 this past March was just given an interview yesterday. (Of course, he's going to get the job! haha)

In 2006, after only a year of working with the company, I was awarded the Customer Service Award. There are two offered per store, and I won it with Miss Linda Mack, who is the most senior employee at the Greenwood Gordon Food Service Marketplace; I am the second-most senior employee of GFS there, including management team. The next year, I was named the 2007 Sales Associate of the Year, an award I am still proud of to this day. Of 30+ associates, they chose me for my dedication, customer service, and work ethic to win this award that consisted of a plaque, a pin, and $100 bonus check. Last September, I was awarded a special plaque that recognized me for 5 years with GFS. I guess I didn't realize how good it looks on a resume and in conversation to say that you've been with the same company since you turned 16 and won multiple awards with the company. Thanks for the experience, GFS.

Quizno's Subs: I started this job in October 2007 on top of working at GFS. Other than having my best friend as a co-worker, Courtney Crooke, I'm really uncertain as to why I started this job. It paid minimally better than GFS and wasn't as flexible with scheduling. Though I did get "special discounts" on their food...that was a plus! Haha! I made a connection with the owner/manager of the store, and I even did some yard work and house work for her when she'd ask. Lots of good memories working at Quizno's for sure!!! However, when it was time to start getting ready for college, I wasn't interested in returning, so I submitted my two-weeks notice in June 2008. I still go back to eat there and see the owner; no hard feelings. :)

Goodwill Industries, Inc.: I was a tutor under one of the most incredible leaders I've ever met. I tutored students ranging from 9th grade - 12th grade in Math/English at Arlington High School (Indianapolis) from January 2009 - May 2010. I had to resign the position due to taking on additional extra-curricular involvements at Butler, but I loved it, and I miss it.

Macy's: So far, I love it. I am doing my official training now, and I will start "working" next week. All I have to say so far is.. what a great company to work for. All of their values are ones I live every day. :)

So there's a synopsis of my work history. I may randomly write a story or two in a blog about a previous work experience, so I'm supplying my audience with a general outline of what I've done and where I've worked. As if anyone reads this garbage... :)

I enjoy writing, and someday, I'll enjoy re-reading this, so I'm gonna do it anyway.

Final exam tomorrow in my summer course, then more work training, work on Friday, training early Saturday morning, a wedding to go to, and then work all day Sunday. I think I have Monday off. I may use the time to just go swim or something.

See ya'll later. Have a great evening