Resolution Update

Resolution No. 2: Find fulfillment, work-life balance, and happiness in a job. (Meg) - If you'll remember, I was somewhat challenged to find any motivation to go to work during the fourth quarter of the year. The nature of retail jobs/careers is incredibly physically demanding in addition to the other normal pressures. I struggled with feeling like nobody understood what the pressures of my job looked like... how truly grueling it can be, etc. Because of the utter physical and mental exhaustion of the holiday season, I found myself with no work-life balance... apparently a lack of balance resulting in the "burning" of bridges. I resolved to move on, to find a more fulfilling job that would allow for plenty of balance. I applied for several jobs... was told a) I was over-qualified b) I was more than qualified but there was no open positions and that they would absolutely hold on to my resume. Most recently, I was asked to interview for a prestigious leadership program with Macy's - one week conference in NYC. Unfortunately, the conference overlapped with a previously planned vacation, and god for my career or not... I turned it down. However, I was asked to interview for a Sales Manager position at North Park on Monday and am feeling great about the move.. Hopefully a location change, increase in compensation, and new challenges will help me feel better about my job. I've come to the realization that although I am sick of hearing it, "I will out pace my peers" with this company. If I want it... I will be a (Vice President) Store Manager or District Merchant within 3-5 years, resulting in a significant increase in pay. As much as it pains me sometimes... I'm beginning to think this might be the time I put in so that when I'm ready... I really can (fund) and start my own design or decorating business without as much concern about money.