Comments on: The Plot Thickens … Need To Add Water

By: jewel

jewel — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:11:03 +0000

goodluck to you! all the best!

By: rogina garter

rogina garter — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 02:53:10 +0000

I thought so!! I am sure that it will all work out for you as you are worth it! Hugs,Rogina

By: Vanessa Law

Vanessa Law — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 02:16:24 +0000

Turns out HR was quite sensitive to my potential plight, I didn't need to tell them I'm transgender (yet) – they're going to see if there's a way for HR to work magic without me having to disclose personal issue to them or my manager (yah!).

And you're right, my job can be done equally well by both genders, but unfortunately skews 70% male.

By: rogina garter

rogina garter — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:44:06 +0000

I don't think that Vanessa's job is one that is male exclusive…she wouldn't have taken it,given her plan. I work for myself and hire others at times,so I will add..At the time of most job interviews with a new company,the applicant is untested in that job[at the time]How you will fit in,catch on,etc is an unknown to the interviewer.Bringing transition and gender issues up at that time will more than likely result in"them not wanting to take a chance on you". Once they can see your value to them,a discussion about your personal plan is in order..which Vanessa is doing. Good luck Vanessa!

By: Catherine O'Connor

Catherine O'Connor — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 11:03:13 +0000

Best wishes for the interview with HR and hope for a good outcome.

I think if they have a transition policy, than they will probably honor it.
Although no-one likes surprises. Perhaps you can negotiate how
you do it and even how far you want to go.

I would suppose surprise and shock to your employees would be
something to consider, let alone to your boss. Perhaps you could
present some of your best photos as Vanessa as a start. Perhaps
at some point, if you proceed, you could come in as Vanessa on,
say, some fridays so both you and your fellow workers could
experience Vanessa at work. If they have found you as a valuable
and desired employee first, this will help your plans.

I am sure there are many possibilities for you. Don;t rush yourself
or them. Stay light!

Again, best wishes.