I’m still experiencing a bit of shock and I can’t decide whether or not I’m really happy or really scared. I’ve been dreaming about something like this for so long that I almost don’t believe it’s true or actually happening…

Oh, did I mention? I got the job!

That’s right, I’m officially the new editor of the fabulous mag of my dreams. I still haven’t told my boss, she’s out of the office until Monday. That’s sure to be an awesome way to start the week. I’m so nervous about this transition, especially since it’s right in the middle of the holidays. I’m scared to death that I’ll do an awful job and they’ll regret hiring me. I won’t get into details, but this is not at all like an EA position, it comes with a ton of responsibility and some pretty big shoes to fill.

I can’t believe I’ve been writing this blog for less than two months and I already found my dream job! I wish that I had some super advice to offer you guys about the amazing things I did to get it, but I know we’re all in the same boat and doing the same exact things. All I can say is that I applied to at least ten jobs a week, kept my head up and wrote like crazy. As much as I don’t want to believe it, this business really is a lot about luck and who you know.

So I guess this will be my last post, which is really sad. I’m happy to have gotten the job but I’ll miss keeping in touch with you guys! I really hope my story was inspirational, and keep in mind that if I can do it, anyone can. Best of luck to you loves, I hope all your publishing dreams (and beyond) come true!

There may be hope after all...

EEK! I sent my thank you note (just like you all suggested) and got called in for a second interview yesterday morning! Thankfully, I think this one went SO much better than the first! I actually got to talk a little and I think I really convinced them of why I would be absolutely perfect for the position. They even kept my portfolio this time, which is huge. They said they’d be meeting to make their decision this weekend and I’d know by next week.

One of the other companies I interviewed with last week actually called to offer me a position this afternoon, but I decided not to take it. The commute was so long, the pay was less than I make now and the job was basically the same as what I’m doing. It was actually another marketing company, which I guess I didn’t really realize until I got there. No, I’m not that dumb, the job ad made the position seem a lot different than it was.

In freelancing news, I’m so busy I can barely keep up! I’ve somehow become obsessed with money and can’t seem to say no to projects. I’m nervous that when I do get the editorial job of my dreams, the pay will be less than I make now, so I’m trying to save as much as possible. Also, I have to start paying student loans next month (ew) so I’d like to be prepared for that.

Tomorrow I present my story ideas and magazine template to the president of the company I’m freelance editing for! I’m super nervous but pretty confident that I came up with some good stuff. Like I said before, it’s basically a newsletter, just a little more flashy. Hopefully they like it…

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