Shame on me. Why did I not research what a copywriter actually does a loooooong time ago?
I could have had a job by now.
Naturally, I assumed (you know, the whole you, me, and ass thing) that a copywriter has something to do with copyright. So I would see all these copywriter job postings for places like ad agencies, department stores, and other non-government offices and think, Why do all these businesses need copyright so often? Duh.
So, while I've got a new job search idea, I'll keep plugging away for the next couple weeks. If I haven't set up anything solid in NYC by August 16th, I'll begin making arrangements to move back home. This could mean moving back in with my parents (I'm not ashamed...yet) and continuing a job search in a different large city, or moving to Mankato and working at Hy-Vee for another year or so (also, not ashamed) while pursuing other side endeavors.
To be honest, I'm not totally heartbroken at the prospect of leaving New York right now. It's been fun and a wonderful experience, but the big city life just isn't quite for me yet. This is where I'm torn: Stay because so many people say the jobs are here, or go back and enjoy the peacefulness a little while longer and make my own opportunities?
I kind of like my own opportunities.
Whatever you decide, you will be great at either way. The next 2 weeks might just be the biggest 2 weeks of your life thus far, but that's half the excitement. The other half is figuring out what you want to do. I think you are on the right path. Now go get em' Tiger!
ReplyDeleteI don't think going back signals defeat. see it as an opportunity to regroup if anything. I know I've been looking around Iowa again myself. either way, you are a resourceful individual and you will do well, regardless I'm sure. chin up sammi!
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