chicago: the job search
i moved here regardless of having a job. it has been 5 weeks and a few interviews and no job. i came to chicago so i could start living as the person i have developed into over the last couple of years. the job search is testing this new person, me, to the core.
i am aware enough to know that we base far too much of our identity on the job and salary we have. even though i recognize this identity issue i still feel less of a person for not being able to get a job yet. i find my confidence has been shaken, *how dare* i think i’m good enough to apply for the jobs. i feel confident i can do, or excel at, any of these jobs i apply for.
my friend michael is once again at my rescue. he is a phd candidate and instructor of journalism and he has offered to help me with my cover letters. he has provided a lot of instruction to help me discover how to show my personality in my cover letters. i have made improvements but still, of course, need a lot of work.
i have a part time gig with sierra club greenhouse laying out some articles for their new website. it feels good to be working in a semi design job and having some money come in.
the plan now is that if i do not have a rock solid lead by the last week of this month then i will start two permanent part time jobs while keeping up the job search. i am trying to hold out for a design job or a mac job. i feel i’d rather work a few part time jobs than work full time doing something i hate.
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can i make friend with you??