No, I'm not referring to Aladdin. Everyone knows I hate Disney. Don't get me started on that. But I figured since everyone has been asking how my new job is, it seems like a blog-worthy topic. It was honestly pretty tough leaving the university as I grew so comfortable in the environment and got quite close to some of the people. The last week was definitely hectic as they were desperately trying to find a replacement and I was frantically trying to tie up as many loose ends as I could before dumping everything on the new person all in one day. And then the very next day, I took on the opposite job and jumped from trainer to trainee. It was kind of refreshing to be in a completely new environment trying to learn the ropes all over again. I have to admit it was pretty intimidating, but surprisingly not as bad as my first day at the university. This time around, I didn't feel like I was too young nor were my efficiency and good work ethic shunned and discouraged.
I know that a lot of people stereotype government jobs as slack and easy, and I've found out quickly that there's a lot of conflict and bureaucracy in some departments, but I'm so grateful that I got into such an awesome unit. That and I finally get to set out in my field. It finally feels like I have a career and not just a job . And what a joy it is to work with such a group of intelligent and hard-working communications experts! It really does seem like this position was customized for me. Everything I've learn in post-secondary and through my previous work is proving to be extremely useful and handy. Plus I have the coolest boss lady who I look forward to learning from. Yay for powerful women! Isn't it ironic that I've always said I'd be content just being a stay-at-home-housewife?
One more thing. I hope that I'll be able to stay grounded as I advance in my career. The biggest challenge is being a Christian in this new environment. I've already heard a few people sneer at the mention of God, the Bible, and saying grace. Lord, help me stay true to You and do not let me compromise my faith in order to fit in or advance. Now that I'm with the government, there's a tendency for me (and others) to feel more important and competent. Everyone seems to speak so highly of working for the government. Plus I've always wanted to get in. And now that I made it, it changes my whole mindset. I guess when you achieve a long-term goal in a really short time, it kind of skews your plans a little. But I'm not complaining! Now there's a whole new perspective and the future looks so different because what seemed so far away and unreachable is now all of a sudden in the forefront. Thanks for the new lens, God ;) You're so good to me and I don't even deserve it. Thank you.
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