Never Stop Hustling

 Alright y’all, the holidays are over and I’m already feeling that new year go-getter buzz. But this year feels different than last year by far.  

Its hard for me to share this but unfortunately two-weeks ago I was laid-off from a job I had for two years. The business made some poor decisions in early fall and by the end of the year they had zero funds left to pay me (and maybe even keep the office running). Getting laid off (even if it’s just temporary) brought a wave of emotions. Even though I was looking to switch careers next year, I wanted the time and resources to do that organically and not have to rush through finding a new place to work. Luckily, I had already prepped my resume and my boss was aware that I wanted to change careers. So I did start applying for positions in the field I want to pursue - real estate. Also very luckily, I have also gotten a couple of interviews scheduled. Talk about a quick transition. 

However, the holidays were tinged with sadness because I didn’t have a nice Christmas bonus to buy presents, I did not have a paycheck coming to me at the end of each week and was blowing through my savings just to pay bills. So here I am today the day after Christmas. Bank account low and rent due. I took matters into my own hands and started running for a delivery service. It has been humbling. I had made sacrifices at my old job so I would be taken care of and now I won’t have health insurance starting January 15. The urgency to find a new job has never been greater. But in the meantime, I just keep going from one money stream to the next.  

And now I’m a college graduate with professional admin and writing experience running tacos and pizza around the city. I’m not complaining (ok maybe a little) but I’m super bummed. I expected to be so much further along by now. Regardless of my own inner disappointment I still don’t quit. I’m not giving up. I’m just going to keep pushing and hustling every day. I think hard work or wait even harder work is what 2019 is going to bring. 

Some goals for me include real estate licensing and finding a great brokerage to work with. I really want to start crafting again maybe sell some macrame projects. Finish book #1. Start an online downloadable book. Grow my aerial and yoga practice/blog/website.