Reflection

Finally, after almost a year of searching I was offered an Account Coordinator position at Faction Media! Over the past year I have learned a lot about myself and about what is truly important (regardless of how cheesy it sounds).

I have learned about the importance of self reflection and soul searching. I have really had to delve into my strengths, weaknesses, dreams, and fears while not only speaking to potential employers but while working in a job that was not always stimulating, rewarding or glorifying. We can never stop growing and reaching towards our goals no matter how tempting it is to get comfortable.

Which brings me to my next lesson: giving your all no matter what the task. There were days at Nordstrom I wanted to wildly and inappropriately lash out at customers or storm out of the building while thinking: I am better than this. I had it all wrong. It wasn't about the content of my work but rather my ability to stay positive and work hard regardless of how seemingly mundane it was. On that note there was a book written about a tortured soul and former employee of Nordstrom.

I have lastly learned about the incredible importance of friendship and investing in people. Life can get busy and its easy to be selfish with your time but it's so important to be truly present with people that you care about.

I hope to take these lessons and continue to apply them during the beginning of my career. Here goes nothing!