FabSwingers.com forum: What was the reason you applied for your current job?

By *tephenAndHisPicklenic OP Man
2 days ago

Ends

How passionate are you about the work you do?

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By *ecky and justCouple
2 days ago

Godalming

I was head hunted.

I love it.

Been years in the industry and now part of regulation.

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By *uchessdoeWoman
2 days ago

Northampton

At the time, it was my dream job - it was everything I wanted to do 🥰

And I could talk anyone and everyone's ears off about it if they let me; I'm super passionate about it.

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By *ositiveVibesWoman
2 days ago

here there and everywhere

I needed a job. Badly.

I hate my job tbh… I love my clients but bad management have made it feel pretty awful of late and I am at the point of trying to find a suitable alternative

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By *hief_Of_AlwaysMan
2 days ago

The last house on the left…

Have owned my own business/businesses for over 10yrs. Theirs pluses & minuses

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By *outhern77Man
2 days ago

Birmingham

Got fed-up with having to wear a Stab-vest on every shift & dealing with Pub/Club Management who didn't care what was happening..

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By *UGGYBEAR2015Man
2 days ago

BRIDPORT

Never applied for a job in me life

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By *fffunCouple
2 days ago

Never you mind

First job after uni... Still there...I'm a creative, and doesn't feel like work!

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By *midnight-Woman
2 days ago

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I had just moved to the area, so it was just a job in a company I'd never heard of.

I've had great development and training opportunities ... and 30 years later, am now contemplating retirement in a couple of years

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By *sWyldWoman
2 days ago

Edinburgh

I was headhunted and I went because I was so miserable where I was.

2 years on and I'm getting tempted to move again but I need to remind myself how good I have it instead

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By *antam AvershiresMan
2 days ago

Falme

Likewise I was headhunted by an agency when I moved back to London and after a while some less than legal paperwork got me permanently in the books.

My professional development is at a bit of a standstill, more just improving the improving works I mostly do but I'll probably be going into instalation works soon so will need to learn some new tricks soon enough.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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2 days ago

East Sussex

I applied for my last job because the money was good and it fitted around our children. I was not then and never was passionate about it. I really liked the people I worked with though and that made it enjoyable.

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By *pinningfasterWoman
2 days ago

Birmingham

My mate worked there and wanted me to join her

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By *inkyycurvyyWoman
2 days ago

Manchester

It was more money than I was getting, I knew most of the team and the manager as it was based in the same department, and I kinda knew I could do it. I wasn't wrong. But I'm bored now and the manager is actually awful at her job so I am looking at other things, but leaving the security of the public sector is a scary prospect.

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By *ewboy50Man
2 days ago

Carlisle

Sorry, I could retire by the time I was 51

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By *outhern77Man
2 days ago

Birmingham

"My mate worked there and wanted me to join her"

Can't blame Her

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By *viatrixWoman
2 days ago

Redhill

Coming back from the pandemic- needed to get back to the same industry, same company- but different job. It was a “now or never” moment. And I did it. ❤️

I am passionate about it and hope to get back to it soon.

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By *obilebottomMan
2 days ago

All over

They wanted me, I liked them. I would only ever choose to work somewhere with the right organisational culture that fits with my own beliefs but I appreciate that is not always possible for everyone.

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By *orphia2003Woman
2 days ago

Tonypandy.

I had just walked out of my previous job, needed a new one, it was in the same industry and I was well qualified.

Been here 2 years. Has it's pros and cons.

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By *uacksplat.Woman
2 days ago

Star Trekking Across The Universe

it is the thing i am most passionate about.

i went through horrific experiences, and i wanted to make a difference.

so i did, and i am, and i will continue to.

🙂 Px

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By *ong-leggedblondWoman
2 days ago

Next Door

Currently unemployed, as i was made redundant last Friday.

Have been head hunted already, but I'm anot sure if i want the role.

Looking for a challenge within a company that suits my ethics/balance

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By *ortyairCouple
2 days ago

Wallasey

I work for a friend of ours. He asked very nicely if I'd come and work for him and the working conditions are excellent, I love it x

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By *ablo minibar123Woman
2 days ago

I was stuck in a horrible situation and had a bully for a manager, I needed a job any job and practically begged them to take me.

But to be honest my current employers have surprised me as they have a bad reputation locally. I've never had a job where you get so many benefits for just practically doing the job you are paid to do.

They encourage everyone to put forward ideas and often reward you for it, even though it may be with food or drink and not cash, it is the thought that counts.

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By *r-8-BBCMan
2 days ago

LONDON

I've been in the same industry since I was 17 years old. It has taking me all over the UK and allowed me too work for some major companies in the industry. I really loved it at the beginning and in some ways i still do but i feel i have lost something i had at the beginning.

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By *reyToTheFairiesWoman
2 days ago

Carlisle usually

I started at my company because I needed to take an apprenticeship to get some office experience and this place looked like the best available option at the time even if the industry wasn't ideal.

Since then I've been moved around to different roles without needing to apply 💜

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By *eathrow pineappleCouple
2 days ago

Hounslow

Most definitely the perks.

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By *issmorganWoman
2 days ago

Calderdale innit

Not anymore no, but I can pick when I work, so that's what keeps me there really.

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By *raihonMan
2 days ago

Nottingham

Recently got dismissed from my last job, so I went back to an old workplace since it's a less pressured environment

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By *otsossieMan
2 days ago

Chesterfield

I didn’t, I was poached.

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By *ibblepilotMan
2 days ago

Preston

Firm I run a division of now was a customer of mine in previous job. We're looking to expand and needed the right man so was offered better package than I was on at time in a job / company I'd completely lost all feeling for.

My then boss left 5 years later and I was offered his job.

Love it. Good, small family owned and run firm with c.35 employees.

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By *recian2000Man
2 days ago

Glasgow

Was headhunted. Only joined as my last job was practically redundant. I know I can get more money elsewhere but I need to remind myself how good I have it with being my own man and flexibility.

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By *uac7886Man
2 days ago

London

It was a follow on from my graduate scheme job

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By *he Flat CapsCouple
2 days ago

Pontypool

Because I was on a secondment that lasted over the 12 months allowed, my old job was no longer guaranteed and I didn't want to go backwards anyway, so applied for the job I'm in.

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By *onderWomanWlvWoman
2 days ago

Wolverhampton

I applied for this job because the redundancy money from my previous job was running out, and I've got a mortgage to pay, sigh.

I don't think I'm passionate about my day to day, as my job is quite boring. But I would say I'm passionate about the sector I work in generally (social housing).

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By *ell GwynnWoman
2 days ago

North Yorkshire

I applied last year because I was tired of being self-employed. It’s the same work, but with the added security of holiday pay and pension contributions. Plus, I get to work with lovely people, which is a real bonus.

I enjoy it, but I’m not as passionate about it as I used to be, which is a shame given that gardening was my autistic special interest for years.

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By *alcon2Man
2 days ago

North

So, some music of mine was used on the TV show 'skins' years ago..and it snowballed from there.

It's branched out into several aspects of music making these days and there's a teachable/ instructional aspect to it.

I feel lucky that I haven't actually 'applied ' for a job for a long time..

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By *an8iMan
2 days ago

Bilston

I was self employed courier for 16 years and self-employed just over 22 years altogether working nearly 80 hours a week. I changed jobs for a better work life balance now i do 35/40 a week for the same money and spend more time at home with the family.

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By *carlet SeductionWoman
2 days ago

Maidstone

I applied because it was a change of industry to healthcare, and I loved that it seemed a worthwhile thing to be doing. 7 years on and I love the company. I've worked my way up to management and I really like my work and the people I work with. It's a real caring company and is a complete change from the financial services, which bored me senseless, but paid better. I wouldn't go back.

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By *BWmetalcouple666Couple
2 days ago

houghton

Desperation

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By *ansoffateMan
2 days ago

Sagittarius A

I haven't applied for a job for over a decade.

I have business agreements with people.

I don't like having employees or an employer, it's not my thing.

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By *ripfillMan
2 days ago

Paris, New York, Hong Kong and Havant

Wanting now to be self employed and part time!!!

I am only working now on projects I want too - yet still travelling and hopefully still making a difference,

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By *rsMistyPeaksWoman
2 days ago

Essex

Because it was ridiculous sounding. Out of my comfort zone and a huge risk.

I’m an idiot.

I do love it though.

I was passionate in my last role & I haven’t lost that.

Totally different environment & sector. And one I am passionate about.

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By *ai Hard 2 - Dai HarderMan
2 days ago

Manchester / Cardiff

Why? Covid. Previous job was contracting, and when covid hit and everybody got put on furlough, nope not me ....OUT!

Had to cast a very wide net to find something else, but I do enjoy it and I don't mind travel

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By *ark n kimCouple
2 days ago

Durham

Mr..moved for better money there for 18 years,now self employed.

Mrs head hunted.

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By *2000ManMan
2 days ago

Worthing

Been in I.T. since I left school. It's a passion of mine so glad it led to a career. I am now freelance.

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By *bostCouple
2 days ago

glasgow

Mr - money and security.

Previous role was year on year contracts. Current role came up and was in with the bricks. Been here 15 years now.

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By *lue Eyed JokerMan
2 days ago

Always on the move

Money, security, benefits, progression. In that order. Gots to pay them bills

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By *uddy laneMan
2 days ago

dudley

I didn't apply I was given it,

Decorating the box room.

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By *ockDoctorMan
2 days ago

cheshire and north wales

Growing up in a small country village my destiny was always environmental science and geology..jump forward to today via a few degrees and a PhD and worked in 94 countries..still trying the save the planet...but I'll need your help !!!...but I love making a difference. However small that is better it in India on a save the children project or in the boardroom of a multinational..

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By *alm_one4Man
2 days ago

RM16

Previous contract was coming to an end and I want happy there. This one much better, doing what I do rather than filling in in a different area.

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By *ittlemissFlirtyCouple
2 days ago

3rd Rock from the sun

"How passionate are you about the work you do?"

I was absolutely miserable in my old job, to the point I ended up on antidepressants.. also it was a good opportunity to get into the NHS , generally love my job x

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By *urry BlokeMan
2 days ago

I have no passion for my work

I am conscientious

I turn up

I do my work well

I go home

But passion, nag

I had a relatively successful career

I made the decision in my late 40's that enough was enough

I now have a weekday job with regular daytime hours

I intend to now coast towards retirement

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By *ealMissShadyWoman
2 days ago

St Albans/ North Welsh Borders

My last workplace was toxic, bad manager who micro managed good staff and allowed bad staff to work unchecked. I had Mondays off and she would phone me up to tell me there was gossip flying around about me but would never elaborate on who or what

I used to feel sick going in, and would literally cry constantly

I saw my current job advertised, a place I had worked previously and regretted leaving last time.

Fired off an application form with out hope of them having me back...I was wrong, they offered me an interview and then offered me the job the same day. 4 years later here I am

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By *orthern StarsCouple
2 days ago

Durham

The part time job I'm in now I took to get me out of the previous job which was very stressful. I took a pay cut but worth it for not having the level of stress.

I'm now restless and so bored though in this job and management frustrate me. I have no drive or passion in this job, my hearts just not in it which makes it difficult to enjoy. I've had a job offer for elsewhere (they approached me) so thinking I may move to that organisation.

My other job, I enjoy as I'm self employed alongside my husband.

Ruby

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By *ergus1622Man
2 days ago

Dundee

I love fixing and repairing big machines

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By *lynJMan
2 days ago

Morden

I needed a job. I'd been made redundant and had nearly used up the redundancy cash.

I oscillate between enjoying the job and wishing I could walk into another role.

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By *ifeleftMan
2 days ago

Lincoln

It was basically the same job I was already doing, but for a different employer based nearer home. Parts of it are enjoyable but I can't wait to retire. 10 years to go.

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By *oughmanMan
2 days ago

Sunderland

I didn't. It was thrust upon me.

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By *ypersoonMan
19 hours ago

WHITCHURCH, Shropshire

Basically wanted a full-time job (had been working on part-time 15 years), better pay & better work/life balance working 5 days rather than 5 on in every 6 days with only Sundays guaranteed off

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By *il miss bootsWoman
18 hours ago

......

It was a new role, more money, looked interesting.

5 years on - the job description does not reflect my role now.

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By *eoBloomsMan
18 hours ago

Springfield

I was looking for a job and then I found a job.

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By *inxy777Woman
18 hours ago

essex

Always loved what I do, my new job now is stressful but manageable, no shift work, BH or weekends to work.x

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By *alcon2Man
18 hours ago

North

"I was looking for a job and then I found a job."

Are you miserable now?..heaven knows.

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By *eoBloomsMan
18 hours ago

Springfield

"I was looking for a job and then I found a job.

Are you miserable now?..heaven knows."

Yaay!

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By *etwife8230Couple
18 hours ago

Newport

Head hunted ,passionate about what I do and never looked back ,except on a Monday ,always Mondays

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By *rdere OpusCouple
18 hours ago

Brum - ish

"How passionate are you about the work you do?"

Very. I was considered a natural choice given my skill set and experience. I'm at the pinnacle of my profession, make a difference in people's lives daily, and earn very well as icing on the cake.

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By *ndy8440Man
18 hours ago

Sunderland

The money 🤑

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By *orksRockerMan
18 hours ago

Bradford

I'm a data analyst. Been doing it now for 15 years in current company and was doing it for 14 years in a different company before that.

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By *tsMattyHMan
18 hours ago

Inverurie

Love my job. Dislike the turnips I work for but it's a stepping stone I suppose. I applied after being let go as a welder and thought fuck it. I'm off driving trucks

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By *warf with a mulletMan
17 hours ago

cardiff

Was made redundant and needed to pay bills, i hate it with every fibre of my being.

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By *obilebottomMan
17 hours ago

All over

"I'm a data analyst. Been doing it now for 15 years in current company and was doing it for 14 years in a different company before that. "

Sydney University?

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By *orksRockerMan
17 hours ago

Bradford

"I'm a data analyst. Been doing it now for 15 years in current company and was doing it for 14 years in a different company before that.

Sydney University?

Lmao.. damn found out 😂

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By *eb51Man
17 hours ago

kings lynn

Career progression.

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By *exyScientistsCouple
17 hours ago

Castlebar

I was fucking the boss 😇🤣

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By *EAT..85Woman
17 hours ago

Nottingham

I enjoy my current job, but I enjoy it more when I'm fully engaged in it - which doesn't happen often.

I was in another role when management suggested I would be better suited to this one, and they were absolutely right 👌

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By *cLovin2Man
17 hours ago

Reading

Stupid question OP I needed the money.

Who really wants to work? Sod that.

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By *cLovin2Man
17 hours ago

Reading

"I was headhunted and I went because I was so miserable where I was.

2 years on and I'm getting tempted to move again but I need to remind myself how good I have it instead "

There's always better places than where you are, don't limit yourself darling

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By *cLovin2Man
16 hours ago

Reading

"I was fucking the boss 😇🤣"

Tell us more

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By *arialoueWoman
16 hours ago

bradford

Coz I needed a job n it's on my doorstep with out using public transport

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