For the first time in 8 years, I have absolutely no job.
(well, ok, I own a small business, but it doesn't send me regular paychecks and there's no boss!)
This hasn't bothered me too much, because we just (ok, 3 weeks ago) moved. But now it's starting to wear on me. I troll the internet for jobs, I print out endless resumes, cover letters, applications.
I've spent endless hours dyeing for Knittique.
and even more knitting on the beast.
Hours listening to NPR.
I thought this would be relaxing, a nice chance to settle in. Instead, it's unsettling.
For the past 2 years I had a job that had nothing to do with my degree. I loved it, but I didn't think it defined me. In fact, I always thought of it as temporary, just something I did for the fun of it (well, and the nice paycheck).
Now that I'm searching for a job, trying to explain via cover letter how being a manager of a small business prepared me for (insert job here), I realize that it did define me. I was a good citizen. I was employed. I had responsibility. I had employees, for crying out loud.
And now? Now I'm thrilled to have an interview at Starbucks.
4 comments:
Your job didn't define who you are, what you did defines who you are. Does that make sense? Kinda like, I'm a mom, that's my job. But that's not all that I am. What I do defines who I am. Yeah, I think its time for me to go to bed too ; ) Night!
I remember this feeling all too well. It really seems to take a long time to find work these days. Keep your chin up! Something will show up when you least expect it!
Jessica
http://zarzuelaknitsandcrochets.com/blog
Something perfect will come up for you. You might have to do a job you don't enjoy for a while, but give it some time. You'll find a great job.
It's hard to start new - I'm sure it will work out and I know that someone will see your experience for what it is - clearly an asset and they'll be begging you to work for them.
(PS, the knitting looks great!)
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