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In reflection of current events (and San Francisco's recent weather), this site is temporarily stuck in a dark gothic mood. America reelects Bush the Oppressor as our lovely wartime president. Yasser Arafat dies and sends the Middle East into a crisis state. New battles and uprisings flare up in Iraq, wounding many U.S. soldiers. Lastly, our Bay Area weather SUCKS!
Nevertheless, I made a great achievement this week to offset even the worst U.S. and world news; I landed a contract-to-hire position at a Silicon Valley company! This great news has finally validated all of my previous advice in my blogs for job-hunters and self-starters in California. In brief, the message is to stand your ground and do not submit to defeat. Hold your ground against whatever odds and you will reward yourself in the long run.
I begin my position on Monday, and it is precisely the type of work that I've been seeking since I moved to San Francisco. I felt warmth and uniqueness among the employees, and I noticed immediately the diversity I've been looking for in a workplace for a long time. The view from the 8th floor office is stunning, and it overlooks the San Mateo bridge, East Bay, and the entire Silicon Valley.
Always trust your own instincts, wherever you are and whatever you do. I never listened to all the bozos who suggested that I move away from the area and find better work in Chicago, and now it's obvious that I made the right choice all along. Every part of my being was determined to punch bricks out here until I succeeded in finding work and income. I offer encomium to all my fellow IT pros who weathered it out and are still trying to find work. You’re next!
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