July 17, 2013

• Something new.

  

  So I left my dream job and pursued a different role (in the same field) in a different company. I didn't leave my dream job because it was bad. In fact, it was great - everything I thought it would be. 

   

  So now here I am - somewhere new. This new job is great too, so far. I'm enjoying my time here and the people seem nice. 

   

  It's hard though, leaving a place you're comfortable in and settling for something new. I reached a point in my previous job where I was recognized for what I can do. People knew me, they knew my strengths and weaknesses, and we became friends. I was at a stage where I was sought out to give advice and make decisions. I was allowed to take control of my projects and lead. I was so familiar with my working environment and job scope, i was always confident to speak out and could pretty much do my work with my eyes closed.

   

  But now I'm at a new place where I have to start afresh. People start treating you like a greenhorn again. I'm not very sociable, and having to gain trust and friendships from the beginning again is a tedious process for me. I have to start from the bottom again, trying to prove my self-worth and show people what I am capable of. And until I do that, I will always be thought of as the uncertain new girl. The noob. 

   

  Now I know why people stay at their jobs for decades - cause it's just so tiring and ball-busting having to do it all over again, right from the start.

   

  I know this is something that will be overcome through time though. But right now, I'm just whining. 

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