Monday, October 21, 2013

Draft Tips #19 - Don't find a job, make a job

Back in 2004, I was working in a large regional bank handling small to mid-sized businesses and their loan requests.  I had my own little office, and a nice title and salary.

But I was miserable.

Sick of the big bank, I left for a small bank doing the same thing.

Well, 6 months later, the large bank I left announced that they were buying the small bank.

We all had to re-interview for our jobs, and while there were nice people, I wasn't interested in going back.

So, I went to another institution which was really the first professional taste of what I now.

Well, that didn't work out either.  That organization changed their mind in what they wanted to do.

Back out on the street I went, and that's when I decided to start my own practice.  It's been hard, and a lot of blood, sweat and tears.  And I struggle with motivation and discipline all of the time.

But I wouldn't trade it for anything.

So, as you are looking for that next great opportunity, consider making your next great opportunity.

Here's some tips on how to start with less than $100.

And there's lots of websites out there letting people freelance as a way to start their own company.  This article talks about this new economy.

Can you actually make a living doing odd jobs?  Yes you can.  This article highlights someone who does.

Upcoming Job Fairs!

Mass (details here)
Mon, 10/21 - Boston (National Career Fairs event
Wed, 10/30 - Middleborough

NH (details here)
Mon, 10/21 - Manchester (Adecco event)
Wed, 10/23 - Portsmouth (VPNE Parking event)
Wed, 10/23 - Portsmouth (Leddy Group event)
Wed, 10/23 - Concord
Wed, 10/23 - Conway
Thurs, 10/24 - Nashua (Shaws event)
Thurs, 10/24 - Somersworth (CoWorx event)
Fri, 10/25 - Milford (Shaws event)
Fri, 10/25 - Portsmouth (Hurley Machining event)

Have a great week!  Let me know how  else I can be of assistance.

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