Monday, March 15, 2010

The Pilot, Preseason, Practice, First Attempted Post

Welcome to "Labow's Last Search" blog...both to you and me.

As the job search continues, I'll share thoughts, ideas, suggestions, links, and perhaps a well-edited, slightly out of control, rant here and there. One of the goals for the post - to somewhat lighten our burden. Of course we've been told over and over: looking for a job is a full time job. Actually, no it isn't..it's much more demanding than a full time job. It can be endless, since unlike you and me, the blessed (and dreaded) internet never sleeps. And it often lacks what we have on our jobs - a boss. Deadlines, demands and reviews all come from within.

However, it does come with benefits, in theory at least - more time with your children; more time to work off the extra 10 lbs.; more time to learn, read, think, self-examine and reconnect. And, plenty of time to network...lots of time for this.

The first couple of posts will be experimental, the direction it takes is unknown as of now. I welcome your comments, always. Keep your eyes open for my next post, very soon.
Try not to 'should' on yourself too much during the search, stay positive - fake it if necessary, and give yourself credit!
larry

9 comments:

  1. Larry,

    This is great--very genuine. I'll visit the blog again, and I sent it to a friend. Amy

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  2. Amy, thanks for your comment, as well as sending it to your friend!!
    larry

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  3. yes!

    if not finding a job has gifted the world your entertaining voice via blog on internet, then yay for not finding a job?...

    i'm excited to follow your thoughts and heart, thanks for posting them! ilana

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  4. Ilana, Glad you were able to break through the 'virtual wall' to leave a comment. I understand that several people had a tough time getting in. Watch for an update tonight, after a Trader Joe's shift

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  5. Very interesting concept - what a great opportunity to share thoughts, ideas, leads etc. I was a little taken by the title ...last search. Not sure of the intended message but hopefully it is positive driven. I look forward to following your thoughts through this process and the perseverence needed to sustain momentum.

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  6. You go, Larry! Blogging is a great way to release the inner soul. I'll check back with the blog after my return to Berlin next week. -Hugh

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  7. Cool idea!

    I love your color choice and purity of content...so you. Your sense of humor and tangent from the monotony of the search makes this a fun read. I'll keep reading and I'll spread the word. -Elizabeth

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  8. Elizabeth...thanks!!! Hoping a few more follow me here

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  9. Always entertaining and positive. Thanks I'll spread the word amigo..

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