Do You Guys Like Your Jobs? Really? Come On, Be Honest.

[erisedstraeh2002]

Cindy wrote:

> I've been contemplating getting back into the job market one of 
> these days, hopefully not too soon, mind. And every time I think 
> about it, it depresses me. Does *anyone* like their job? What kind 
> of job is it, and why do you like it?

Now me:

There's a great book by Richard Nelson Bolles entitled "What Color is 
Your Parachute?" that I would highly recommend.  In an entertaining 
and fun way, he helps you sort out what job is right for you, then 
helps you figure out how to secure that job.  

The book is all about matching up your interests and skills with the 
right job for you - because the kind of job that makes one person 
happy may make another miserable.

Cindy again:

> I want to be a world-famous author of a blockbuster series of 
> children's books, and then I'd live in my mansion in Sco--

> What? What are you laughing at?

Me again:

I am laughing, but not at you – I'm laughing at myself, for wishing 
the same thing but not having your courage to admit it publicly!

But as Amy said so well, we're blessed to be able to read the 
series.  Just think – JKR knows exactly what's going to happen and 
how it's all going to end.  She didn't get the pleasure of finding 
out that Scabbers was more than a rat, that Snape was once a DE or 
that Moody was really polyjuiced Crouch Jr.  We get to experience 
these wonderful twists without being sued (or having to sue others), 
stalked or endlessly pursued by the media.  I'll bet JKR would be 
willing to trade some of her riches for a bit of privacy and peace.

~Phyllis
who should take her own advice and re-read "Parachute"