tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5853937143229317510.post8914117439310976926..comments2023-08-10T04:20:02.715-07:00Comments on McDancing Through Life: I Wish I Would Have KnownAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16220579790177959992noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5853937143229317510.post-42313691037254894172011-05-31T09:44:44.152-07:002011-05-31T09:44:44.152-07:00I totally understand. I only have an associates de...I totally understand. I only have an associates degree and am currently getting my bachelors and NOT having that little piece of paper disqualify me from every job I ever wanted. When I do have it, they're just gonna want more from me! UGH, it's a never ending cycle of not good enough and there's always someone better/more qualified. So frustrating.Irish Italian Blessingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09590524973288875735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5853937143229317510.post-16567848599012553122011-05-29T22:52:21.164-07:002011-05-29T22:52:21.164-07:00I remember having a conversation with my dad when ...I remember having a conversation with my dad when I was in high school where I asked my dad... what do you think my doctor made on his licensing exam???? Do you think he aced it or just barely passed. . . cause he's great, but I just realized your degree doesn't say your final grade on it. He laughed SO hard and said man, I never thought about it, but you're right!!! <br /><br />I personally am DYING to finish college (less than a year left!!!) but I have to remind myself not to get too caught up in being perfect because my degree won't say and my students won't notice :) <br /><br />I can relate to your fear, here in Texas there are teaching freezes, and layoffs all over the state so there are days when I doubt whether the hard work is worth it, and I have already tried mentally preparing my husband to let him know it may take me a couple years to get a regular teaching position :/ <br /><br />It STINKS, but as long as I Glorify God no matter what position I have, then I must be doin somethin right :)<br /><br />*I hope you have peace, and time to relax in the unknown without worrying about anything job related!!!Shaylahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11423081820871389243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5853937143229317510.post-68895832947308135882011-05-28T10:14:35.601-07:002011-05-28T10:14:35.601-07:00im feeling you...girl i hate that i cant find a jo...im feeling you...girl i hate that i cant find a job. graduating from college doesnt really matter to anyone...its a killer.Louhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14752152997491992876noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5853937143229317510.post-72315584306110665462011-05-28T08:15:25.600-07:002011-05-28T08:15:25.600-07:00I know this feeling! I think this all the time, ...I know this feeling! I think this all the time, I have a degree, a piece of paper, and mountains of student debt...for what? I am glad I went to college and graduated, but sometimes I just wish I would have done things a little differently. Like go for a different type of degree, which is what I am doing now, but now it just means more debt. Yay me! Just don't give up, I'm sure you will get a career you love one day!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11838852467817051769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5853937143229317510.post-20243223735347798132011-05-28T00:41:01.264-07:002011-05-28T00:41:01.264-07:00We experienced a similar thing. I'm still stud...We experienced a similar thing. I'm still studying, doing a PhD, but I've got a few bits and pieces up my sleeve and should be right for a job when I'm done. My OH however just started a job after 15+ months of unemployment. It sucks and is completely ego-draining, not good! But there is hope, and I think it's important to decide what you want in life and decide whether a degree is for you based on that. I guess I just mean, don't give up on getting a dream career just because it's hard! (OK, admittedly near impossible in some fields :P)<br /><br />Like you said though, volunteering and related part time work is very helpful on your CV!Rissa @ Hazel and Honeysucklehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13501301543192815364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5853937143229317510.post-55367760977543785562011-05-27T22:49:30.670-07:002011-05-27T22:49:30.670-07:00I used to think that and right as I got married, I...I used to think that and right as I got married, I got a break from school. I have one more year left. <br />What I've realized from observation is that the girls who sucker punched their way to having a great resumé, not having any fun, being career-absorbed is that they're not happy.<br />When you're child smiles at you next time, think that you did something worthwhile to ONE person :)<br /><br />(p.s. I was that girl in high school who did EVERYTHING and got 4.0, volunteered in everything, AND got into a top tier school. I'm happily married and can't wait to start a great family....even if I don't finish my film degree :D)Mrs. Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09915056840191958439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5853937143229317510.post-41258819746270226662011-05-27T22:08:15.193-07:002011-05-27T22:08:15.193-07:00YES YES YES! I can't believe I was so stressed...YES YES YES! I can't believe I was so stressed over my GPA through college. ehh..I'm still a little proud of myself. Maybe that'll rub off in a few years ;) Even if I don't have a good job, at least I have that very expensive line on my resume, right? I know we'll both find something soon. It's definitely a process!Jillianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18097080365044454690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5853937143229317510.post-57679447835405750862011-05-27T22:07:08.553-07:002011-05-27T22:07:08.553-07:00Oh gosh how I love this post. Every day I want to ...Oh gosh how I love this post. Every day I want to kick myself in the rear for ever going to college. I pay $800 a month in student loans and work at a bank. It sucks. I have nothing to show for it except for a measly piece of paper. Places just aren't hiring. It's sad.Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15226749268512225512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5853937143229317510.post-69403522972210560262011-05-27T20:33:21.616-07:002011-05-27T20:33:21.616-07:00I wish someone would've told me that too. I b...I wish someone would've told me that too. I busted my butt through college and grad school to get good grades and all that basically means nothing now. I definitely understand why you're frustrated but I know something will work out for you soon!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02786514012527203092noreply@blogger.com