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I read very little of this thread, but people who believe that they're going to start on 38k (especially in retail) with an "A4 m8" are nothing more than jaded.[TW]Fox said:
I read in the THES (That's Times Higher Education Supplement for all you BTEQ Boiz) last week, which stated the top paying Grad position is the hotly contested JPMorganChase graduate program with pay starting at 34k for the lucky few. A sector I myself was somewhat involved in. Now I'd not be too ridiculous if I said JPM's turnover is substantially larger than that of Aldi's.
To be honest, this is just more of the guff of people believing what a University prospectus says. We look at advertisements in the Newspaper. "EARN 500GBP PER DAY FROM HOME", and we sneer, yet those same people believe there's Graduate positions like that with a retailer? Give me a break.
I know they're going to lampoon me with "BUT IT SAYS U TARD
", but seriously. Grow a pair and do a little thinking. If it's too good to be true, you can bet your ass it almost certainly is.
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You're dashing their hopes and dreams of waltzing into an easy job because they have a degree in "Marketing" from UEA or something equally obnoxious. Of course they're going to be upset.[TW]Fox said:
ninja economist said:I read very little of this thread, but people who believe that they're going to start on 38k (especially in retail) with an "A4 m8" are nothing more than jaded.
I read in the THES (That's Times Higher Education Supplement for all you BTEQ Boiz) last week, which stated the top paying Grad position is the hotly contested JPMorganChase graduate program with pay starting at 34k for the lucky few. A sector I myself was somewhat involved in. Now I'd not be too ridiculous if I said JPM's turnover is substantially larger than that of Aldi's.
To be honest, this is just more of the guff of people believing what a University prospectus says. We look at advertisements in the Newspaper. "EARN 500GBP PER DAY FROM HOME", and we sneer, yet those same people believe there's Graduate positions like that with a retailer? Give me a break.
I know they're going to lampoon me with "BUT IT SAYS U TARD
The thing not many people have noticed is that it's a grad scheme that is looking for people who've graduated in the last 7 years, I don't see why someone with 5 years of proper retail and/or management experiance couldn't get a job with 38k starting and an A4
I take all the Aldi stuff with a pinch of salt, handing out directorships after 5 years, and making it sound like there is an enless supply of them to boot
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Yeah, of course. To advertise that as solely a graduate or internship job is incorrect. With experience, especially of that length of time you could walk into many a decent job. Just not fresh out of Univ, is what I'm saying.Ev0 said:The thing not many people have noticed is that it's a grad scheme that is looking for people who've graduated in the last 7 years, I don't see why someone with 5 years of proper retail and/or management experiance couldn't get a job with 38k starting and an A4
I take all the Aldi stuff with a pinch of salt, handing out directorships after 5 years, and making it sound like there is an enless supply of them to boot
I know experience is a lot more valued in trading than a degree is. Generally a degree in Economics or Maths is a good foot on the ladder though. You'll still start on about 18-20k. The company have to pay for your professional qualifications, after all to actually enable you to do the job right.
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Didn't you get sacked from your last job, IIRC. Didn't you launch a tirade against all your previous colleagues. I bet they sorry to see you go.
And aren't you know training to be a doctor. So I guess your just another student with an arrogant attitude who proclaims to now more about the world than anyone else.
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the-void said:
It was filled with people like you, so why not leave in style.
And yes, I am. A real subject and career. Finally.
Sorry to shoot your dreams down Molly. You want to be pampered and cooed, stay at "University" and get an MBA or something. Waste a few more years thinking you'll walk into those types of jobs. Your mind has become absolutely saturated with Careers Office crap you actually think that you're right.
The Void? Now I see why your name is apt.
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Ever heard of the ExecutiveMBA? It's even more hilarious. I guess it's the 'Pinstripe' off the rack suit among the other off the rack suitsEv0 said:
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Being sacked isn't leaving in style. You deluding yourself. I would imagine that to be a GOOD doctor you have to be caring, understanding and have empathy for people. Something you are completely lacking in judging by your attitude. God help your patients if you ever succeed in becoming a doctor. I imagine you would treat them with contempt. Hardly the signs of success, regardless of how esteemed you consider yourself to be.
You really need to get rid of the chip off your shoulder. Or you will end up a bitter and lonely old man, who no-one likes. Lighten up fella, if people want to delude themselves, who are you to shatter their dreams with your bitterness. Smile, God knows, you might even like it.
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I wasn't sacked, my contract was terminated. I didn't seek for renewal. If I wanted to look at cheap suits, business students and clowns all day I'd go to an Estate Agents.the-void said:
I don't know where you got your impression of Physicians from bud, but empathy? It's just another job that requires just as much dedication as others. I assure you I'm very dedicated to my line of study, and my work.
But of course, just you keep ranting at Fox there. You know it all Lilly. You've been to the careers office and you've watched The Apprentice.
ninja economist said:I read very little of this thread, but people who believe that they're going to start on 38k (especially in retail) with an "A4 m8" are nothing more than jaded.
I read in the THES (That's Times Higher Education Supplement for all you BTEQ Boiz) last week, which stated the top paying Grad position is the hotly contested JPMorganChase graduate program with pay starting at 34k for the lucky few. A sector I myself was somewhat involved in. Now I'd not be too ridiculous if I said JPM's turnover is substantially larger than that of Aldi's.
To be honest, this is just more of the guff of people believing what a University prospectus says. We look at advertisements in the Newspaper. "EARN 500GBP PER DAY FROM HOME", and we sneer, yet those same people believe there's Graduate positions like that with a retailer? Give me a break.
I know they're going to lampoon me with "BUT IT SAYS U TARD
[CUT OUT THE PERSONAL ATTACKS] What him and his cityboi mates don't like admitting is that people can earn decent living outside the city and the financial industry. BTW, that THES can't be comprehensive because I guarantee you that McKinsey pay grads more than JPM ever have done.
Also, there's nothing that sounds too good to be true in that Aldi job ad. If you were actually capable of reading between the lines a bit you'd see that its basically a boot camp as harsh as any city boot camps. It looks like you're thrown in at the deep end, having to manage a store within 2 weeks of your career, you either sink or swim, those that swim well get to be area managers.
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So. The job wasn't for you. But they way you come across reeks of bitterness. It shows in the way you ridicule the people you worked with. It's how you overcome these obstacles and challenges that make you a better person, and makes you stronger. A balanced person would just move on, but your holding waaay too much negative emotion about it, seriously dude.
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"It's just another job". Says it all there bud. ninja economist said:
Couldn't be more wrong mate.
If anything, heed the advice about the chip on your shoulder. Let the bitterness go fella, sincerely.
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Let's say 6 graduates get taken on and with a month or so are managing 6 stores in an area. Only one is going to become the area manager. So what happens to the other 5? Bumped out the door to make room for the next crop of suckers.
Yes Aldi does offer among the best packages as a graduate recruiter, but they work you to the bone.
Yes Aldi does offer among the best packages as a graduate recruiter, but they work you to the bone.
