Moving into the Land of the Employed

Yesterday I had 2 interviews back to back and while it was exhausting both mentally and physically, it was definitely rewarding!

They were both group interviews, which reminded me very much of the scene of the Jim Carey movie "Fun with Dick and Jane" when Dick finally gets an interview only to find that his nemesis is also in the same parking garage and headed to the same interview. My nemesis wasn't there (I don't have one), but when Dick and his nemesis get to the suite where the interview is to take place, there are hundreds(?) of people in line for the same interview! LOL

It wasn't that bad. I was in a room with about 10-12 other candidates and I liked the concept actually. The interviewer wanted to see how we acted in a group environment, where we sat, how we interacted with him in front of others, etc. I had no problem with this whatsoever at either interview. I actually thrive more in this environment.After the presentation(s), we were given the option to leave if the opportunity wasn't what we were looking for and some did. I am not that easy to deter, however, so I stayed in both situations...much to my reward.

I'm not going to go into a long tirade here, but suffice it to say that I accepted the second offer and will be getting licensed by the State of Florida to help individuals find the type of health insurance they need, can afford, and will be happy with. The way the industry is about to be turned on its ear, more people are seeking out options other than HMOs and that is where I will be able to help...I love to help, love to serve, etc...and this is right up my "alley" - wanting to make a difference (see previous post).

The best part -- I make my schedule. Yes, there are expectations and meetings and calls, but overall, I know I will be here for my kids, for Cornerstone, for LIFE.

So far, I feel really great about it. I prayed a lot about it and I have such peace along with this intense excitement and joy...it's AMAZING! What was I EVER nervous about?

I also did not burn the bridge with the first company, and that's an important lesson I've learned over the years. I had nothing against the first company -- they were awesome too in their own rights...I just felt that with my medical background, the second company was a better fit.

I'm very excited and I feel incredibly blessed.