Yes, for real. I am employed! a tax-paying citizen with an actual pay check.
I’ve been on the job hunt for months and had been on many interviews until I came to the point when I almost gave up. When I started searching for a job, I knew an opportunity would not present itself in an instant but I could not help but feeling down about the situation. I couldn’t help thinking…why does searching for a job feel like it’s going to be never-ending? Will I ever get a job and what happens if I don’t? During the time when I just wanted to stop searching and nearly lost hope I am proud that I persevered. I knew I had unique skills and ideas to offer an employer and besides, a wise former supervisor said that I might be faced with a lot of rejections before I heard those golden words, “you're hired!” I set aside time every day to focus on searching and applying for jobs. In order to constantly "reinvent myself" and not give up, I read many career-related articles on topics about job hunting, interviewing, and personal branding. Then the opportunity for an interview for a position I really wanted came. I was really excited and nervous, but I a recruiter I knew kept reminding me to “smile” and “be yourself.” This is what I wanted to share with you. Be open to everyone’s feedback and recognize who you are as a professional and what you can offer that makes you stand out. There are no concrete rules for the job hunt process and it can change at any time. Remember to focus, be consistent, and don’t give up because the opportunity will present itself.
Sincerely,
Sabrina
(Former grad student / current employee!)
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