People always warn us not to post anything about our job in social media. Not only it will affect your image in your working life, it might also put you at risk of getting fired. But I shall put an exception for this post, because I don't treat my life in L'Oreal as a job....but a passion.
I started using make up when I was in early high school. I remember sneakily trying my mother's make up when she was not around and it was a L'Oreal mascara. And so it played an important role in my life. It was my utter dream came true when I nailed the job as a Graphic Designer in L'Oreal Malaysia. Doing what I'm passionate about with the brand that I love.
I had never put so much effort preparing for a job interview and had never prayed so hard for a job. Because it was something that I really wanted and I'm someone who will stick to it if I know what I truly want. When the HR department finally called me, I couldn't stop smiling even the phone call has ended. Ever since then, I went to work everyday with positive vibes. I felt joyful when it was Friday and hopeful when it was Sunday. Yes, I actually look forward to go to work, totally no Monday Blue. I loved my life in L'Oreal so much it became part of me.
But with deep sadness, my life in L'Oreal came to an end after 2.5 years. I once thought that I can stay for a very long time, but nothing last forever.
I met so many amazing people here in L'Oreal, some inspired me, some toughen me and some annoyed me. It is not the achievement or knowledge I gained that matters most, I believe we all can achieve something from anywhere. But it is the friendship I got in L'Oreal that will last forever.
Some people told me not to invest so much emotion in a job, because a job is just a job. But how can we excel if we don't put our passion in it? Passion is emotion, right? I remember when I went for the interview, the former General Manager asked me where do I see myself in the next 5 years. I told her with confident that I wished I will be able to help L'Oreal build an in-house design team and I shall lead it to produce amazing design for L'Oreal Malaysia. And so I managed to do it, in less than 2 years. Because I put a great amount of passion in what I do and for that....the disappointment was even greater.
But I have no regrets, because I left L'Oreal knowing I found myself a handful of true friends. Yes, we are no longer colleagues, but friends....Because You're Worth It.
Here is a heartfelt gratitude from the bottom of my heart to the amazing people who I met in L'Oreal (in no particular order). Some are no longer in L'Oreal, some are still there...no matter what, you guys have left a deep imprint in my heart.
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| Jannifer, it's always fun to selfie and gossip with her. |
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| Afeeza once told me when I was crying, "I would rather lose her than losing you" and I cried even louder. |
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| Steph, you will always be my Energizer Bunny and I'll always be your Ding Dang. |
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Chan Jun Yee, the woman that will be there for me no matter rain or shine.
Viva MGS & Ipoh leng lui! BFF! |
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Jen Eu, my mentor and the best boss ever. People say we look alike, and I'm happy for
being associated with a capable and inspiring woman. |
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Chellene, who poked her head into the room and smiled when I was waiting for my interview, has became
my caretaker in L'Oreal ever since. Thank you for everything. |
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| Tham Meng Fatt, the only person that I enjoy fighting with. |
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| Sook Ping, the girl with the most beautiful sunshine smile. You inspired me so much! |
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| Ashley, the sweetest person I have ever met. I will always love you, never let go! |
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Kimberly, the most beautiful aunty ever. I want to be just like you!
It was nice being your neighbor for 2 years, thank you for everything! |
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| Celine, thank you for enduring my late mailer submissions LOL. |
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| Phooi Kuan, the only person to sampat with me after Jun Yee left. |
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| Sammi, the tai ka jie. Don't mess with her, even I have to tabik her. |
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| Roslind, the mama of CPD. Pray harder! (you know what I mean) Hehe! |
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| Carol, the tea lady. Friendly and humble =) |
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| Eddie, always chasing me....for mailers =_= |
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| Take care, Garnier. The most green and friendly team and the best team to wefie! |
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| L'Oreal Paris team, because you're SO worth it! |
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| Maybelline team. Maybe it's Maybelline, but you girls are definitely born with it! |
And also to the many more people who I didn't manage to take photos with, you know who you are ;)
And here is a message to my remaining team mates.
The road ahead might be tough (if you know what I mean), but keep your head up high like this picture and you will see the future ahead is bright like the smile on our faces. We are stones and they are sandpaper, the longer they roughen us, the more polished we will be. One day, we will shine bright like diamonds and they will just be....sandpaper.
Love always,
Claire
