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Tips to Have Fun on a Winter’s Night

9 / 26 / 16

When most people think of the great outdoors and having fun, they think of camping, hiking, barbecues, and other outdoor activities. These outings are usually associated with the summer, yet they can also be enjoyed during the colder months, with a little forethought and planning. Al fresco dining is not an exclusive day time activity, nor does it have to take place in the summer, and with modern solutions, one can entertain outside in rather chilly temperatures.

Outdoor Heaters

There are a wide variety of outdoor heaters available, depending on the available space and preferred style. Ceiling mounted heaters are effective, or one can opt for floor mounted units, which give more heat to the lower sections of the area. If it’s a big party, there are large units that generate massive amounts of heat, suitable for large crowds or gatherings. For Western Australians, Barbecue Bazaar sell outdoors heaters in Perth and surrounding areas, along with a range of other items for outdoor activities.

Outside Heater Usage

Heaters can prolong the time people can comfortably spend in the great outdoors, whether it means having friends and guests over to for a barbecue, a party, or any outside event. Using a portable outdoor heater is much easier and more efficient than having to light fires. The constant temperature, which can be adjusted, ensures the guests are comfortable. For extra convenience and if necessary, they can easily be moved, and one can’t do that with a log fire! Heaters can also be used at a pool party, especially if the evening gets a little nippy.

Aesthetics and Compatibility

Lastly, one may want to consider just how the outdoor heater will look in the allocated space, with ambience being a key word and factor here. There is a range of sizes and style, and some units might have the following features,

  • A pivot arm, which adjusts the heat direction
  • Electronic ignition at the touch of a button.
  • Wind resistance – burners protected behind a translucent ceramic screen.
  • Adjustable heat output.

Other considerations

When purchasing an outdoor heater, the following should be considered,

  • Safety considerations.
  • Cleaning and maintenance.
  • Fuel types – natural gas, propane gas, or electric.
  • Size and power rating

Online solutions

There are online suppliers of all things exterior, and for the rugged Australian lifestyle, they stock everything one could possibly think of for an outside winter event. Online shopping offers an unprecedented level of convenience, and one can usually buy branded products at a lower than retail price. Before planning the next winter party, have a browse and order the necessary items, which will arrive well before the big day.

By using these very effective heaters, one can entertain out of season, as well as enjoying the brisk mornings and late evenings, in a warm and cosy environment, and with the right lighting, one can create a unique ambience for that special occasion.

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My Journey on Finding a New Work

5 / 20 / 16

**This post was written sometime in late January of this year. 2016.

Late last year of 2015, a blow by blow of problems and conflicts have put our faith into test… But with all the all obstacles throw our way, we’ve managed to passed through them although it was really quite challenging. There were lots of tears, bouts of fight, clouds of doubts and the toughest of all was facing our fears.

But despite all the negativity, I am really grateful to the people who showed us love, patience and understanding. It wasn’t really easy to understand our situation and they never did fail on that.

The month of December, we decided to close  (again, for the nth time) the kitchen because I was suppose to work for a Christmas project which unfortunately only lasted for three days. So again, we were financially drain with all the debts and expenses filing up and zero income at all. So I was really keen on looking for a job since the first week of January.

I aim to apply at BPO’s since it was the most convenient in my case. No age limit, high compensation as compared to the “regular jobs” that I’ve been into.  I finally landed on my fourth application!

My first attempt was at Acquire, but sad to say, I failed! I was actually confident and have been conditioning myself  that I was already “in” during the initial process of recruitment. But at the last part of the off shore training, I was turned down! But as I was analysing things, I believed what the trainer who told us (to those who didn’t make it) there are reasons why we didn’t make it. And maybe, the company wasn’t really for me. But I’ve really learned a lot from that first experience of mine.

Moving on, I applied at Sykes the next day, just a couple  of steps away from Acquire. Hahaha! The interviewer this time caught my attention. He’s sporting a long curly hair, tattoos on his both arms, a big hole ear piercing.! He was even listening to a rock song over his laptop  before our interview begins. Yes, he seems more of a rock star rather than a recruiter eh.  But he really handles himself well because he’s an eloquent speaker during our interview. He even gave me the  chance to go back Thursday the following week  after our interview on the condition based on his feedback that I need to work on my voice’s tone because I sound soft spoken and got a few grammar lapses and need to work on my English accent.

But the impatient me couldn’t wait that long so I decided to apply again after that interview. Haha! Also, I didn’t like to three month contractual basis offer and that there’s no government mandatory benefits plus the shifting schedule.

So off I dragged my feet to Convergys! Just a few steps away from the Sykes too! So now, you can imagine and guess where I am located with my applications. Yes, at the haven for call center agents at WCC mandaluyong.

At Convergys, I had to take online exams, interview. I was endorsed to the Time Warner account. Again, after the final interview. I failed! ( I wasn’t able to follow the instructions. It was a role play, CSR-Customer play about offering products etc) I was really hungry at the time so I wasn’t really paying attention any more to the process. I was endorsed again to another account, but I didn’t pushed through with it any more. I just went home straight. It was an exhausting day!

The following week, I applied at Teletech. I felt at ease the first time I set my foot on the place. The OJT’s at the recruitment were all accommodating. Their recruitment hub is clean and comfy! They even have free coffee, chocolates and biscuits for applicants.

The process is somewhat similar to Convergys. I did take the online assessment and exams (quite long!) There was a chat and call simulations, interview ( I passed on the exams because my scores and feedback were written on my resume, that, I saw before the interview). I had to go back the next for the final interview ( to the account that I was endorsed to) and had to take another exam ( an email support type of exam)

I had the job offer in the afternoon, and signed up on my employment contract,etc) Did take on the  medical exam the following day and worked on the pre employment requirements after.

Now, I am just waiting for the call for instructions because we were told that we will start on Feb 8  next week! It’s a Chinese New Year! So I hope my career would be a lucky one for me this time around. OF course, I intend to do  good at work and hope to enjoy it because this will be a new level of experience for me.

I love it because, the workplace is just near, 10-15 minutes away from home, Day Shift schedule, salary wise, it pays more than my previous work! May God bless me more and guide me on my new work. Looking around to meeting more friends too!

** Update

I received a call last Feb 3. Informing me that there will be orientation on Feb 5. ( Yesterday) Our employment contract were given back to us as submitted our pre-employment requirements.  We had our photo session for ID and were given our security badge.

I would officially start on Monday (Feb 8) with the training. What a great way to start the Chinese New Year! Year of  the Monkey! Claiming that it will be lucky one…

I’ll keep you posted with my journey on my new “work life”…

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Cool Interviewer

1 / 16 / 16

I was really eager to find a regular day job since late last year. So off I went to job hunt after praying hard to the Black Nazarene last January 9. Waited for him to pass by our old house as my yearly devotion. I’ve been to three companies (BPO’s) last week and the results were all heart breaking.

I was almost close to giving up. The initial interviews I had were ok but come the final one, were the dreaded turn down. I had this interviewer who was so cool, he had a long hair, tattoos and big hole ear piece! Give him a bass vi  and he definitely fit in as rockstar. haha!

He gave me the chance and was about to go back for a second interview. I am still thinking about if I’ll give it a shot. Still hoping to find the right job for me. *cross fingers

 

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Still on Holiday Mode

1 / 11 / 16

I know I haven’t done any personal blog post entries since  late last year. As always, a lot of things happened along the way. Added, our PC is still stuck up in the repair center because we don’t have funds yet for the needed parts to get it done. I am planning to get back to work (day job that is!)

I’ll just do a separate blogpost on how our holiday went through since I am not yet even done with giving gifts to my friends, I am yet to purchase the telecaster neck pickup that I’ll be giving as present to my music enthusiast niece. Hopefully, I’ll be able to finish all of my to do list before the chinese new year.

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