Starting 2017 everything was going my way. Apartment, job and enough cash to be comfortable even at my income level. As we know, all good things must come to an end. That happened abruptly, when Monday morning came at the end of January when i was notified of a mass lay-off i was a part of.
Initially, the world was my enemy. I sulked and pondered for a day wondering why do good things happen to good'ish' people? However, as my life has brought me numerous obstacles far beyond this particular one. It was a blessing to people to take this news and turn it into an opportunity. The opportunity being the ability to switch sectors, mitigate risks and be more fiscally aware.
After 3 long months, i had been through at least two dozen phone calls and 5 in-person interviews. I had made over 50 versions of my resume and more than 100 cover letters. If i weren't ever to be hired again, i believe i could make it as a professional resume maker (cough, cough).
However, after i regained my feet, paid off some credit card debt and moved apartments, things again seem on the up and up. That being said, never assumed something is promised. Never tell yourself, "I'll be fine." Instead, ask yourself, "Will i be fine?".
Being prepared for the worst has a tendency to also bring out the best in us. 2017 was rough but manageable. Here is to another year of breaking walls!
Initially, the world was my enemy. I sulked and pondered for a day wondering why do good things happen to good'ish' people? However, as my life has brought me numerous obstacles far beyond this particular one. It was a blessing to people to take this news and turn it into an opportunity. The opportunity being the ability to switch sectors, mitigate risks and be more fiscally aware.
After 3 long months, i had been through at least two dozen phone calls and 5 in-person interviews. I had made over 50 versions of my resume and more than 100 cover letters. If i weren't ever to be hired again, i believe i could make it as a professional resume maker (cough, cough).
However, after i regained my feet, paid off some credit card debt and moved apartments, things again seem on the up and up. That being said, never assumed something is promised. Never tell yourself, "I'll be fine." Instead, ask yourself, "Will i be fine?".
Being prepared for the worst has a tendency to also bring out the best in us. 2017 was rough but manageable. Here is to another year of breaking walls!