I may be getting a job at a lps.

[Torrean]

I have an opportunity to possibly get a job in a lps but they sell painted fish. Should I let this stop me or should I take the job anyway? I want to work in an lfs but most carry painted fish. How can I rationalize this?

 

[darkstar22]

i would just say to go with you "gut feeling" if you know what i mean because usually you know deep down how you feel about certain things and also you have to think about how long do you plan on working there for and so on and so on

 

[CTS]

if i where you, i would still take the job. You can always quite if it dosent feel right. While working there you might be able to make them stop selling painted fish. Your better off doing something, then not doing it at all then regreting it!!! If you do take it then congrats.

CTS

 

[Torrean]

i just thought about it for a bit. I could at the very least tell people that the fish have been dyed. Then they'd atleast know what they were getting. i may lose the job though.

 

[daudy_dojo]

would... go for the job then talk to the manager about the and make something up like.. "these fish are against the law, a store caught with these can be sewed by a knowledgable tree hugger, animal freak type person! and they would win" (im a tree hugger and an animal freak and im semi-knowledgable )

 

[Boxcar Muzzdogg]

By taking this job you will have a chance to help others and provide them with the information they need to properly care for a fish. Also, you can stear people clear of the painted fish and thus help less fish to be subjected to such torture. However, be careful not to say anything outright about the imorality of injecting fish, as this may get you into trouble.

 

[Torrean]

so tact is key. If I word it right then I can't get fired for it.

 

[Boxcar Muzzdogg]

Exactly. Luckily my store does not sell injected fish, but they do sell IAMS dog and cat food, a company I personally don't approve of because they're owned by Proctor and gamble, which does unecessary animal testing. So when someone who is interested in iams asks me about food, I immediately show them other food, and explain to them why that food is much better, without ever mentioning my personal reasons for disliking iams. Then, if they are eluctant, I compare prices.I usually get a fair amount of people to switch. But thats just an example of how to draw interest away from the painted fish.

 

[The-Wolf]

how on earth can anyone be fired for telling the truth?

Torrean
there are other things to consider when taking this job.
it is very hard not to become attached to your stock and the regular deaths will get to you.
there are more pros than cons but the cons are a gutrencher, well they are in my case.
finally just think of the discount

 

[Torrean]

I don't think my boss would like me saying don't buy these fish they were tortured. I think there is a law against firing someone without just cause though.

I hope it goes well. I'm gonna go talk to them tommorrow.

I've only been at this a while. I hope I know enough to handle the responsibility.

Thanks for the thoughts guys. Hopefully I can talk them out of selling the painted fish.

 

[Boxcar Muzzdogg]

Good luck, don't get fired, peace.

 

[daudy_dojo]

goodlcuk