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  • July 23, 2010 at 11:00 am

    #1197638

    Congrats Lynn, Good luck with the new gig.

    -Luke.

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  • July 23, 2010 at 11:01 am

    #1197641

    Fun time right now, putting together a list of tasks I should try to complete before COB 2010-08-06. Not really that long, yet, but may not have enough time for all of it. Guess I should prioritize the list as well.

  • July 23, 2010 at 11:09 am

    #1197644

    Good luck, Lynn, and hope it goes well.

  • July 23, 2010 at 11:30 am

    #1197649

    Lynn Pettis (7/23/2010)

    Okay everyone, the hardest thing I have had to do since I started here (work) a little over 5 years ago is done, now the countdown to a new position is started.

    Scared, nervous, anxious. :w00t:

    Anxious? Actually a good feeling. And pretty normal for this scenario.

    Nervous? You shouldn't be nervous... You've demonstrated a huge load of techical knowledge paired by an even huge load of soft skills! You're nick-named "Saint Lynn" for a reason!!

    But scared? What are you scared of? You know your skills and in case you ever need some help you know where to go!

    Enjoy the new opportunity!


    Lutz
    A pessimist is an optimist with experience.

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  • July 23, 2010 at 11:32 am

    #1197650

    Wish you the very best... I am sure you will do great in your new position....

    -Roy

  • July 23, 2010 at 11:37 am

    #1197654

    LutzM (7/23/2010)

    Lynn Pettis (7/23/2010)

    Okay everyone, the hardest thing I have had to do since I started here (work) a little over 5 years ago is done, now the countdown to a new position is started.

    Scared, nervous, anxious. :w00t:

    Anxious? Actually a good feeling. And pretty normal for this scenario.

    Nervous? You shouldn't be nervous... You've demonstrated a huge load of techical knowledge paired by an even huge load of soft skills! You're nick-named "Saint Lynn" for a reason!!

    But scared? What are you scared of? You know your skills and in case you ever need some help you know where to go!

    Enjoy the new opportunity!

    Thanks.

    It is all based on change. Going into a new position with a new company. I have some idea of what I am walking into, but things could change easily. One change is going to be also working with Oracle as well. Definately going to be learning new things.

    Not going to leave here though, as I plan on spending off-hours time learning more about SQL and trying to write more (blogs/articles). New position requires all work to be on-site, so after hours is all mine.

  • July 23, 2010 at 12:26 pm

    #1197675

    Lynn Pettis (7/23/2010)

    Fun time right now, putting together a list of tasks I should try to complete before COB 2010-08-06. Not really that long, yet, but may not have enough time for all of it. Guess I should prioritize the list as well.

    Why prioritize?

    Unless you prioritize by what would be the most gratifying to you.

    Jason...AKA CirqueDeSQLeil
    _______________________________________________
    I have given a name to my pain...MCM SQL Server, MVP
    SQL RNNR
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  • July 23, 2010 at 12:29 pm

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    CirquedeSQLeil (7/23/2010)

    Lynn Pettis (7/23/2010)

    Fun time right now, putting together a list of tasks I should try to complete before COB 2010-08-06. Not really that long, yet, but may not have enough time for all of it. Guess I should prioritize the list as well.

    Why prioritize?

    Unless you prioritize by what would be the most gratifying to you.

    Prioritizing helps to fireproof the bridge.


    Alvin Ramard
    Memphis PASS Chapter[/url]

    All my SSC forum answers come with a money back guarantee. If you didn't like the answer then I'll gladly refund what you paid for it.

    For best practices on asking questions, please read the following article: Forum Etiquette: How to post data/code on a forum to get the best help[/url]

  • July 23, 2010 at 12:34 pm

    #1197678

    Alvin Ramard (7/23/2010)

    CirquedeSQLeil (7/23/2010)

    Lynn Pettis (7/23/2010)

    Fun time right now, putting together a list of tasks I should try to complete before COB 2010-08-06. Not really that long, yet, but may not have enough time for all of it. Guess I should prioritize the list as well.

    Why prioritize?

    Unless you prioritize by what would be the most gratifying to you.

    Prioritizing helps to fireproof the bridge.

    It also helps to make sure those calls to go grab a beer and talk about old times don't always have to coincide with we need this fixed now. How did you do it again?

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  • July 23, 2010 at 12:34 pm

    #1197679

    For the BBQ fans at PASS in Seattle, the Warthog in Fife, and the Ark in Northeast Tacoma (both about 35 minutes south) are worth a trip.

    And then again, I might be wrong ...
    David Webb

  • July 23, 2010 at 12:36 pm

    #1197680

    Alvin Ramard (7/23/2010)

    CirquedeSQLeil (7/23/2010)

    Lynn Pettis (7/23/2010)

    Fun time right now, putting together a list of tasks I should try to complete before COB 2010-08-06. Not really that long, yet, but may not have enough time for all of it. Guess I should prioritize the list as well.

    Why prioritize?

    Unless you prioritize by what would be the most gratifying to you.

    Prioritizing helps to fireproof the bridge.

    Maybe a bit cynical, but it depends on the bridge.

    I'm not saying don't do anything for the next two weeks - that's unprofessional.

    Jason...AKA CirqueDeSQLeil
    _______________________________________________
    I have given a name to my pain...MCM SQL Server, MVP
    SQL RNNR
    Posting Performance Based Questions - Gail Shaw[/url]
    Learn Extended Events

  • July 23, 2010 at 12:37 pm

    #1197682

    David Webb-200187 (7/23/2010)

    For the BBQ fans at PASS in Seattle, the Warthog in Fife, and the Ark in Northeast Tacoma (both about 35 minutes south) are worth a trip.

    WOOT

    4 straight days of BBQ.

    I think a 35 minute trip (each way) might be worth good BBQ.

    Jason...AKA CirqueDeSQLeil
    _______________________________________________
    I have given a name to my pain...MCM SQL Server, MVP
    SQL RNNR
    Posting Performance Based Questions - Gail Shaw[/url]
    Learn Extended Events

  • July 23, 2010 at 12:48 pm

    #1197689

    CirquedeSQLeil (7/23/2010)

    Alvin Ramard (7/23/2010)

    CirquedeSQLeil (7/23/2010)

    Lynn Pettis (7/23/2010)

    Fun time right now, putting together a list of tasks I should try to complete before COB 2010-08-06. Not really that long, yet, but may not have enough time for all of it. Guess I should prioritize the list as well.

    Why prioritize?

    Unless you prioritize by what would be the most gratifying to you.

    Prioritizing helps to fireproof the bridge.

    Maybe a bit cynical, but it depends on the bridge.

    I'm not saying don't do anything for the next two weeks - that's unprofessional.

    Actually, I'm thinking of the soon-to-be lone DBA when I leave. :smooooth:

  • July 23, 2010 at 1:00 pm

    #1197699

    CirquedeSQLeil (7/23/2010)

    David Webb-200187 (7/23/2010)

    For the BBQ fans at PASS in Seattle, the Warthog in Fife, and the Ark in Northeast Tacoma (both about 35 minutes south) are worth a trip.

    WOOT

    4 straight days of BBQ.

    I think a 35 minute trip (each way) might be worth good BBQ.

    I know I won't have time for a trip, but if someone wants to go for me, I'll buy their share.

  • July 23, 2010 at 2:27 pm

    #1197766

    Steve Jones - Editor (7/23/2010)

    CirquedeSQLeil (7/23/2010)

    David Webb-200187 (7/23/2010)

    For the BBQ fans at PASS in Seattle, the Warthog in Fife, and the Ark in Northeast Tacoma (both about 35 minutes south) are worth a trip.

    WOOT

    4 straight days of BBQ.

    I think a 35 minute trip (each way) might be worth good BBQ.

    I know I won't have time for a trip, but if someone wants to go for me, I'll buy their share.

    Will you be busy with campaign speeches? 😀

    Jason...AKA CirqueDeSQLeil
    _______________________________________________
    I have given a name to my pain...MCM SQL Server, MVP
    SQL RNNR
    Posting Performance Based Questions - Gail Shaw[/url]
    Learn Extended Events

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