bookpublishing

So today is my one year anniversary at the book publisher where I work. It doesn’t seem like long ago that I was getting settled here and beginning to learn the ropes. It’s astounding on days like today just how much I have learned here, especially about editing techniques and facets of the book publishing industry. Despite the current economic crisis, I’m feeling really positive lately. Two of my close friends were promoted this month; one of my friends got a new job where he will be much better appreciated and has better opportunities for advancement; and my brother got a great starting job at a university with some nice perks. It’s true that I constantly grumble about the fact that I’ve been here a full year, which included a recent promotion, without having a salary increase (in fact, I’m still making less than my last job). But at the same time, the longer I’m here, the more I like it. And that’s really the most important thing about my job. I began a part time job (which means I now have 2 part time jobs plus some other freelance writing gigs), yet I still have time for myself. I can still travel (although it’s difficult to get time off and I’m still avoiding airplane travel altogether due to the cost) and see my friends and family; what else could I want? I’m sure I will eventually get the salary I deserve as long as the company pulls out of this economic slump. Only time will tell… but, again, I’m feeling positive.

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