I
should be thrilled that after filling out 150 applications and writing 150 personalized
cover letters, 12 interviews, and 5 months later I have finally landed a job.
(If
you are wondering why I’m making the career change it’s because on Feb. 10th
2012, after 6 years with my boss he kindly informed me that he couldn’t afford
to keep me on. So I’ve been scrambling
to find a new job ever since.)
I
got the formal offer yesterday and promptly informed my boss. I tried to break
it to him as nice as possible as I knew he really didn’t want me to go but the
economy was against us. I told him, remember back in Feb. when you informed me
that you can’t keep me on and I needed to find another job, well, I finally
found one. I was quite shocked when he
told me that wasn’t case anymore and it had changed back in March. I responded
that he should have told me.
I
feel horrible. I love my job. Yes, it’s
a love hate relationship at times, but lately it’s been good. It’s not the best
money, I don’t get benefits or paid vacation, but it provides me with enough to
live the lifestyle I’ve been accustomed to and allows me take time off when
needed. Some may have complained if
their boss asked them to take Friday’s off unpaid, but I’ve loved it and I’m
going to miss it. And I was looking
forward to going to Thailand in November, but now I’m not sure it that will be
possible.
I
was hoping for a job with the State, but sadly no such luck. On the other hand I heard they are getting a
5% pay cut and starting furloughs again so maybe this is a blessing. Instead
I’ll be working as a contractor at a local business. The contract starts on Jun. 29 and goes till
mid December.
I
begin with 2 weeks of training, which is great. This will be the first company
that has ever offered me formal training. But, with that comes a lot of responsibility/pressure.
What if I don’t pick it up? I haven’t even started it and I feel totally
overwhelmed. Everyone around me seems
confident that I’ll succeed, but I have my doubts.
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