As of Monday, July 23rd I have been working at my new job and for once have a little hope that working doesn't have to be something that destroys your life. You think I'm exaggerating. I'm not. My last job was incredibly dull and although we didn't have a company bus it sure felt like it with as many times as people got thrown under it. I didn't realize how much being at an undesirable job affects your mood, personality and overall happiness until I came home a few days after my new position and Jon said, "Man, you really were miserable at your other job." Was I that obvious?
As most know I majored in photography and love to do that as much as I can aside from my full time work. Unfortunately I've found that it happens to be something frowned upon when interviewing for jobs. The biggest concern was that it would interfere with my 8-5 work, which I refuse to ever let be the case, but its always too late for a rebuttal. I had a friend refer my new job to me and refer me to the job (Thank you, Abster). For the first time in an interview the employer was glad I did photography on the side as it shows a sense of management. It wasn't something I had to try and defend.
After working almost two years at a place that disinterested me, bored me to tears and soaked up all my energy on fake smiles it's a relief to wake up and be excited for the day. I will say that I am having to adjust to the lax environment of my new position and gain a new perspective on employment...a new, great perspective that does exist.
With all of this being said, I would encourage anybody in an unhappy work environment to take a step towards renovating your employment. All hope is not lost. There are opportunities lurking out there and with a little digging can be found.
