This week I accepted 1 of 2 contract opportunities that came my way.
After applying, posting, networking, studying and certifying, and never giving up - the hunt is over. For me - since contracts must come to an end - I will probably be doing this in about a year - longer if I can keep it going.
Some stats of my accomplishments:
- 191 days after lay-off
- 151 probably really looking for work
- 133 people in my professional network helping me out
- 200+ people in my personal network lifting me up
- 175 jobs applied for
- 2 new certifications under my belt (PMP & SCRUM Master)
- 26 job boards I keep up with weekly
- 21 live interviews - 30+ phone screens
- 1 small contract landed to keep me doing something
- 1 part time job working in a warehouse for a children's clothing designer
- 1 long-term contract doing what I am trained to do
- Endured the flu
- This didn't kill me
- Priceless life lessons learned
While I am now feeling good about my own victory - I have at least 15 friends and family members who continue on this painful journey and I am committed to helping them in any way I can. I am on their list of PEEPS to help them through.
NEVER give up and never let anyone make you feel untalented and unworthy
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