ALL IN ONE DAY: The series (Kabanata XIV)

Day 14

June 17, 2010

What I did today:

• assisted in the production of media team
• replaced defective PS/2 mouse
• labelled defective system units
• assisted troubleshooting block-out PCs
• Handled and queued tech. support calls to be fixed
• Assisted in installing U130 
• Done cable management
• Assisted fixing smartQ monitors
• Fetched system units and peripherals from stock room

This is one of my memorable days. First of all, I had finished my internship today. However, I got a mixed feeling of gladness and a bit of sadness after that very hour. I felt very glad that I made it to the number of hours needed from ours, and finally I can concentrate more on our research-making, I felt sad because I had to leave this early and as a matter of fact, they were surprised that I finished earlier than they expected. How I wish that I could stay and bond with my mentors longer. How I wish that I could learn more things in the field that I am heading in. How I wish that I should have learn more things only if I stay. But reality is, It is time to  move forward, for there are lots of things to do.

Second, I was happy to be involved in this one-of-a-kind experience. I felt I was really a regular employee, I felt I belong, and I felt the real world, even face to face. I also learned a lot of practical and even technical knowledge about my chosen field. I also got to deal with demands and pressure which is all right for me, because It is a way of conditioning myself along the way. I also get to celebrate my birthday in a environment that I perhaps belong in the future. (Who knows?)

Third, I met people that does not hesitate to teach what they knew and to share things that I will be needing in the future. I am very thankful for these people (sorry, I cannot mention names because it is unethical, to think that a reader from any part of the world can view such information and eventually use them at the expense of others. That, I cannot permit to happen, and after all I signed the "Oath of Confidentiality" anyway.) and also to God for allowing these things to happen in my life.

To YOU

To my "possible" avid reader/s: this might be the end of the series or who knows? It might be the beginning of a new chapter in my life. God, let your will be done.

14 days down, more exhilarating, exciting, and blessed days to come.

        God bless everyone!

ALL IN ONE DAY: The series (Kabanata XIII)

Day 13
June 15, 2010

What I did today:

• Handled and queued Technical Support Calls
• Assisted in installing all-in-1 PC 
• Fetch and Deliver Peripherals
• Assisted in production of Media team
• Get PC Specifications
• Clerical Duties
• Industrial Chores
• Wrapped PC and Peripherals

Today was one of my special days. You want to know why? Because, it's my birthday!

Well, this birthday was not even ordinary nor very extravagant, it was just explicitly exciting and engaging. First off, I slept late but I woke up very early. Next, the "train" event. If Japan is to Bullet Train, then Philippines is Light Railway Transit (LRT) / Metro Railway Transit (MRT). For most Filipinos, these are the ways that they can hop into any place faster and hopefully safer. Now back to the "train" event. I went to the station just in time for the next train to arrive. But looking to my mobile phone, It was still too early. For the first time in history, I was so frustrated that I am very early! Nevertheless, I just waited for the next train, anyway the time is rush hour so I will not have any problems waiting for the next one. And Alas, a BETTER train arrived, and I got a prized seat at the middle.  

I thought I will go through the day without anyone knowing it's my day. Unfortunately, because of Social Media Networks and "Tsismis" here and there, They had blown my cover and I had to admit that its my birthday. Way to go!

With regards to my work, I was having a good time performing my duties and getting along with my officemates. But on the other hand, I was sad that i need to leave days later because I am not a regular employee. I had developed some good working relationships with them but unfortunately, some good things never last.

It feels like a normal day, but the impact of social media such as Facebook and others created less beeps and more pops and more posts in the digital world. I was happy though that I get to reconnect to my friends and to my loved ones. I was really hoping that they did not forget me, and it was true enough. I love you guys!

"Maraming Salamat sa lahat ng bumati at naki-saya, binuhay niyo ang katawang lupa ko! God bless!"

13 days down, only 1 more to go. 

ALL IN ONE DAY: The series (Kabanata XI)

Day 11

June 8, 2010

What I did today:

• Round-checked on all LCD Monitors
• Handled and queued Technical Support Calls
• Assisted troubleshooting PC
• Set-upped & Deployed PC
• Formatted PC
• Installed Software
• Clerical Duties
• Industrial Chores
• Wrapped Peripherals

Lots of strange stuff today. First, I brought my umbrella for no reason, (maybe it's a natural tendency for me to be prepared at all times; Boyscout per se. Second, lots of people encouraged me to do something but at the back of my mind again, still commands me to do otherwise. I still believe in one philosophy, "The future is a like a treasure in a map, we must choose wisely the right paths to take in order to reach the prize."  I think I must weigh and consider. Third, I saw a mice at one of our "RESTRICTED" rooms. Strange? Yes, it really happened. It might had been frightened the moment I saw it because it rapidly run away from me. Lastly, what I expected did not really happened, but what happened later is really fun.

Happy Birthday to one of my cousins. ASN BROTHERHOOD rocks!

Happy Birthday to all of my friends, acquaintances, classmates and schoolmates who has just added another year in their lives!

Happy Birthday to all! ...Just to be sure :)

And, a week after this day, may be one of my special day!

11 days down, 3 to go!

ALL IN ONE DAY: The series (Kabanata VIII)

Day 8


May 27, 2010


What I did today:

• Handled and queued Technical Support Calls
• Assisted troubleshooting and fixing map network drives
• Handled signing of acknowledgments and distribution of receipts
• Round checked LCD Monitors around the training center
• Set-upped PC
• Wrapped Monitors and PC units
• Tested and Labelled Headphones
• Assisted in inventory of Packaged PC and Monitor units
• Checked PC Specifications 
• Installed software
• Clerical Duties

Busiest day so far again. If you read my checklist, i changed it into bullets because it is not done on a certain order and what you have just read is the revised activities that commenced earlier this day. I changed it into a more specific description just to be concise. 

Going back, this day was colder than the previous ones. The rain also fell hard this morning but fortunately, it did stopped when we arrived at the office. 

Conclusively, I handled more activities now. I was confident now at my duties. I owe some of these training to my mentors, supervisors, as well as my co-intern. I think what I do lack now is communication skills. But, there is a sure room for that in the future. But for now,  I think I should enhance more my skills and abilities and learn more from my present environment.

ALL IN ONE DAY: The series (Kabanata VI)

DAY 6


May 24, 2010

What I did today:
          1. Attend to calls for support
          2. Assist in Technical Support
          3. Format PC
          4. Install Operating System and Software/Applications
          5. Set-up and Deploy PC
          6. Clerical Duties

This day started a little bad because of my stomach ache. I cannot concentrate well on my work and since this is the first day of the week, there are a lot of duties and tasks to perform. Fortunately, after having my lunch, I felt better and a bit energized for the coming hours. The heaviest and the meanest task for the day is setting up the UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) which was very heavy. This is my first time to assist in deploying a PC so I was really trying to perform well but the UPS was not cooperative at all. I was frustrated a bit but I became happy when we finally finished the day's work.

Note: If you are a bit curious why this post is not uploaded early in this blog is because of my cousin's arrival here in Manila. We ate and had some updating and sharing and this lasted till midnight. So I decided to postpone it and do it today (2010-04-25) for I still have to attend my on the job training. 

        

        

          

ALL IN ONE DAY: The series (Kabanata V)

Day 5

May 21, 2010

What I did today:

     1.Attend the calls for Technical Support

     2.Assist in Technical Support

     3.Industrial Duties

     4.Clerical Duties

Today was an unpredictable one. The day kicked off just right that I become confident enough to handle and manage calls for tech support. However, I began missing out the necessary details during one call. Crap. I felt that my mind was floating gracefully in thin air or is it just because of the elevator? that I do not know. At the end of a day, I was supposed to be joining one activity after our work that something happened. The get-together activity was cancelled. I didn't know the exact reason but somehow I felt relieved at some point. On the other side, I was glad because I finally received my I.D! 

Today I have learned that there are certain circumstances that happen in our life, and we have the option on whether accepting it or regretting it, but in the end, we should be accountable on whatever decision we make. Again, one thing is for sure, If we put our trust in the Lord, surely good things will happen to your life.

I personally thank our Good Lord for this opportunity and to Him all the glory, honor, and praises!