Is it everything I wanted?

So, as you all know, I currently have my “dream” job. I am a Program Director for The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club.

Ideally, this is my dream scenario. I am creating programming for After-school and Summer Camp from ages K-12. I get to work with children both indirectly and directly. I get a cute little office to decorate, my own little business cards – seems legit.

Here’s what I didn’t tell you:

I’m part-time (hourly).

I have no benefits.

I don’t receive Paid-Time Off (PTO).

I have no senior leadership.

I have very limited resources.

There are other factors, but I will only touch on these for now. Finically, I am struggling. Mentally, I am breaking. I don’t have benefits to go to the doctor if I get sick, nor do I have PTO to take off if I am not feeling well.

I have between 6-7 years of childcare experience, 10-12 years of customer service experience, and roughly 2-3 years management experience. I have a Bachelors and Masters. It can’t be this hard to find something that will compensate me generously and provide me the resources for my time and talent.

Right?

I do not want to sound like I am complaining by any means. I love what I am doing.

Maybe all the NO’s and this particular situation is just another reason to force me into opening my own center…

I don’t know …

I’m in a really weird space because I don’t know if I’m supposed to make moves or be patient.

My advice for you this Monday, is to take some time away from you day, and ask yourself what is it that you truly want out of life. What is it that causes your thoughts to race at night, and brings a smile to your face every morning?

I’m going to do the same.

-Sincerely AB