[mikester]

I talk to the buddy who got my foot in the door. Man I owe him something big I think...He told me that I should do what is best for me and now worry about anything else and definitely don't worry about him (he is very good at his job).

That is some load off but I still feel bad - not free and clear. I'll make it up to him.

This was my response to their promise of promotion:

The possibility of promotion - I'd like to discuss detailing out the requirements I need to meet to get it. This would be something we put in my quarterly review documentation I think. 'Promise of promotion' is very nebulous and in the past I have been promised it before and it is a promise that has never been kept to me. I think my part in those failed promises is that I may not have followed through completely with this conversation. What do I need to do specifically to make sure that I get it?

Otherwise; I think I'm good to stay. It still means changes as I'll be going to work for another group but it'll be slow change since my current group will need me for some time while they either complete the outsourcing deal or find some way to replace me.