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Earlier this year, I dreaded going into work, because I felt lost and alone in my department. I quickly realized that I didn’t fit that role and stepped down from my position before the probationary period ended. Even though it didn’t work out, my employers applauded my professionalism and thanked me for what I was able to contribute. The days to follow were riddled with uncertainty. Admittedly, I made decisions where the odds weren’t in my favor.

At the beginning of February, I left my job at the Mental Clinic before securing my next employment assignment. This might be one of the riskiest moves I’ve ever made in my adult life. Early in my resignation phase, I applied to different administrative roles, hoping to find something that would suit my work-style better. I’ve explored multiple fields at this point and thought it may be time to change careers again. I view myself as a versatile assistant, but I haven’t figured out how I want to advance.

As time passed, it became increasingly difficult to remain optimistic and stay focused. In solitude, time moved differently for me; I lacked direction and fell into self-destructive behaviors. To top it off, bills kept coming, so I needed to budget differently. I wasn’t sure that I’d be able to continue supporting my lifestyle, so I leaned on my family and loved ones as well. During my unemployment, I continued praying for opportunities that would help me grow into the best version of myself.

In the first week of March, my parents invited me to join them for an impromptu road trip to Northern California to visit family and do a little sight seeing. Having nothing pressing on my agenda, I happily obliged. Within the first few hours of our departure, I received a phone call from an office requesting my availability for an interview! I felt excitement and anxiety at the same time. As if God answered multiple prayers at once: getting to spend quality time with family and returning home to a new venture. I’m thankful I took the call. 

During my interview, the office manager asked me, “What did your former employer see in you that they recommended you to pursue accounting?” Then, I realized no one had ever asked me that before; I didn’t consider accounting as a career at that time, but I understand now how it can be invaluable. It’s only been a few weeks since I started my new role, but I’m also joining them in the middle of the busiest season. I was given crash-course training for 2-days and now operating on instincts and skills. 

Stepping into the best version of myself requires a level of devotion and willingness. I feel fortunate to have come across this opportunity at the time that I did, but there’s lots of work and responsibility that comes with it. I know that I’m making many mistakes in my infancy, but I’m also making efforts to correct them before they become poor habits. I hope I’m able to learn and grow in a way that helps the firm prosper and succeed as well. My hope is with practice and consistency, I will become a strong member of this group. 

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