Let me vent about my frustrations living in this town. After I was laid off from my last job, I decided to take some time off. Recently I have been job searching and it has been super disappointing. The job opportunities and pay are less than desirable. I have had two interviews for two different positions, which I am more than qualified for. I never received a call back from either. No, “thanks, but no thanks.” No, “we’ve gone with another candidate.” NOTHING. In my opinion, that isn’t very professional of either employer. I’ve also applied to three other positions. Again, I am over qualified for all of them and haven’t gotten a call back for an interview by any of those employers either. I don’t mean to sound arrogant when I say I’m over qualified, but I know I am just by comparing the job description and my experience. Even with my MAJOR frustration, I am online everyday still looking and applying. I guess in a small town it’s not what you know, it’s who you know.
I’m trying to stay positive. I keep telling myself, “you aren’t getting call backs because something better is just around the corner.” Regardless, I had a small breakdown the other night as I was scrolling through job listings and again today.
It’s ok to be frustrated. It’s ok to have moments that you feel lost. You have those feelings, you acknowledge them, and move on.
I hate it here so I will go to
Secret gardens in my mind
People need a key to get to
The only one is mine
I read about it in a book when I was a precocious child
No mid-sized city hopes and small town fears
I’m there most of the year
Cause I hate it here
I hate it here– Taylor Swift
Sweet Peas In Summer 