Is it really that bad? I am new to this forum and I haven’t read too many positive threads about the ETL position, or Target in general. I recently accepted an ETL position from a campus job fair and am wondering; do I have what it takes?
I have served two tours in support of both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, in some of the harshest working conditions (120F heat in full gear, sand storms, 100+ hours weekly, and zero holidays). I graduated with top honors from my “traditional” university. I have many years of experience working with competing retailers but never in a management capacity. I currently work on a team specifically designated to solve unique corporate database issues within my organization.
Unlike most ETL’s (supposedly), I am not fresh out of college and I chose Target not because I couldn’t get another job but because I LOVE the ever changing face of retail. I also chose target because corporate America is for the birds (I actually turned down two desk jobs for Target)… I hate sitting behind a desk 8 hours a day (some people actually aspire for it) staring at a screen and only using my fingers to work.
My beliefs…
People are an organization’s most valuable assets, if you treat them with respect and work for them, they will work hard for you.
Work with your people, not against them.
Do not be a stranger to hard work, and be open to getting down and dirty with your workers.
Do not spread negativity.
Listen to your people.
Have fun.
Am I going to make it? Do I have what it takes? Any suggestions? Any advice? What say you?
I have served two tours in support of both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, in some of the harshest working conditions (120F heat in full gear, sand storms, 100+ hours weekly, and zero holidays). I graduated with top honors from my “traditional” university. I have many years of experience working with competing retailers but never in a management capacity. I currently work on a team specifically designated to solve unique corporate database issues within my organization.
Unlike most ETL’s (supposedly), I am not fresh out of college and I chose Target not because I couldn’t get another job but because I LOVE the ever changing face of retail. I also chose target because corporate America is for the birds (I actually turned down two desk jobs for Target)… I hate sitting behind a desk 8 hours a day (some people actually aspire for it) staring at a screen and only using my fingers to work.
My beliefs…
People are an organization’s most valuable assets, if you treat them with respect and work for them, they will work hard for you.
Work with your people, not against them.
Do not be a stranger to hard work, and be open to getting down and dirty with your workers.
Do not spread negativity.
Listen to your people.
Have fun.
Am I going to make it? Do I have what it takes? Any suggestions? Any advice? What say you?