Originally Posted By PastKnight I m starting as a CR apparently they work the Crs fulltime because they are very busy, i will move down right after thanksgiving.
Originally Posted By HRM PastKnight, did they give you an idea when you might be available for more hours and benefits? Also does your actual training start Dec 8th? Any suggestions for those of us who might be contemplating the "Casting Call"? i.e. what to wear, type of questions to be prepared for, time frame of interviews, etc... How were the three interviews different from each other?
Originally Posted By ManaByte I am no longer a CM. HRM, I'd seriously rethink it if I were you. I thought it would be great, and it's an awesome job. But the people you are forced to work with are far from awesome.
Originally Posted By PastKnight I just a wore a shirt and tie. Each interview asked me 3 questions What do my co-workers say about me? Scale of 1-10 how reliable am I? Why Disneyland? and customer service examples. I had to take a typing test for my position and they seemed to relie a lot on the Phsyc test. Apparent at the Travel Company they are getting poeple hours quickly and those converting to full time quickly
Originally Posted By iluvdisneyland "I am no longer a CM. HRM, I'd seriously rethink it if I were you. I thought it would be great, and it's an awesome job. But the people you are forced to work with are far from awesome." I've never had a problem with the people. Remember that most Attractions Cast Members have been working 60+ hours a week since May...
Originally Posted By ManaByte Well most people are nice. I just don't like some of the immature drama that can go on.
Originally Posted By John_CM Disney DEFINITELY does have it's drama.. Given that a large percentage of new hires are on their first job, just out of high school (or still attending), it's no wonder why there's so much of it sometimes. But, for the most part, I love the people I work with. There are a few bad seeds, but you'll find them anywhere. I'm in my 30's, and I don't think I've ever been in such a family-like work environment before. Of course, given that a lot of people are working 6 and 7 days a week, you DO see these people more than you do your actual loved ones.
Originally Posted By tiggertoo <<HRM, I'd seriously rethink it if I were you. I thought it would be great, and it's an awesome job. But the people you are forced to work with are far from awesome.>> As opposed to...say...the real world? Of course there are people who will give you problems, you are going to deal with that in every job and everywhere else you go. Just stick your nose to the grindstone and do you job as best you can. In fact, I can remember three different episodes where exasperated CMs approaching me asking how I cope with all the kids (being generally older than the average CM). It told them to be above it. Don't give any heed to the drama, the back talking, don't involve yourself, and follow the OGs. Some old CMs will raze newer ones, pay no mind and it will pass. It sad that it seems like most CM don't make it through their probationary period.
Originally Posted By SpoonCM Yes, I would understand the people you work with can be trouble, but you also got to realize that you got to get above it. I think a lot of times, these new hires do not realize what they are getting into. I know a lot of people who thought they'd be happy at Disneyland, but I know they wouldn't survive past the "high school with ashtrays" or "glorified mall job" kind of work environment. Getting to caught up in the "drama" does not get you anywhere. I think if you get beyond that, you can achieve much greater than you thought. At least I know I have...
Originally Posted By HRM ManaByte, thank you for the reply and your honest opinion, I can only imagine the "drama" you are talking about. I have experienced such drama in a variety of work environments, and sometimes I just have to shake my head and remember why I took the job -- and yes, sometimes I have left because the drama wasn't worth it, I rather leave and have good memories versus stay and develop a bitter or appathetic attitude. It seems sad in this case because working for Disney is such a dream for a lot of people; I'm heartened by the responses of the CM's to your Post (and those CM's have been responding in this Topic all along - thank you!). It's unfortunate that you couldn't have hooked up with one or two of them to help you as a mentor, or at least for some advice. Mentoring has always been a positive career support and development method for me. Just think to have any of the CM's who post here as a Mentor, I think you would be achieve ANYTHING! ManaByte, Really, Thanks again!! What would you suggest to a potential CM NEWBIE to prepare for so that the peson is aware of what s/he is applying for? Were most of your Co-CM's "fresh out of High-School / New College Students" or "Seasoned Citizens"? Did they seem clique-ish because of their type of personality, or did they feel superior because they are CM's @ DL? Was there any Pride in their mannerisms for working @ DL, or was their pettiness in protecting their turf? Were their any GOOD ROLE-MODELS, and what would you suggest a person do to hook-up with those CM's? Also, did you let anyone know of your feelings (this might help weed out some of those "dramatic" CM's if you spoke to Casting or Human Resources)? Good Luck to you, ManaByte, and please don't forget the Magic -- it really is there.... Go Back & Read #10, Iluv's Post!!
Originally Posted By HRM ManaByte, Reality is important to remember in the Magic Kingdom... I just wanted to let you know that I will take your advice to heart, just as I appreciate the advice from the CM's who have posted here as well. ) I've discovered two Topics as of 10/12 of CM behavior that may not be as magical as well, so I'm going to those topics to read, post, discuss and learn also. I think it is important to learn from the Guests' perspective how CMs are presenting themselves - sometimes it's all a matter of communication, awareness, and training!
Originally Posted By HRM >>It sad that it seems like most CM don't make it through their probationary period.<< Yes, tiggertoo, I agree. Sometimes a person really has the potential to be a great Cast Member, but is not given the guidance, support, or opportunity. However, in other cases, better to have the person leave during Probation rather than stay and have to go through a prolonged counseling and Human Relations documentation process to terminate a non-performing CM. Of Course, as you Posted... "there are people who will give you problems" ( ºoº A question for the CM's who have posted here.... How does a person find those good role-models for support and advice?
