Let Downs
Yes, after 8 months, it finally happened. My job offer was rescinded. I was potentially offered a different role, but it would be a side step downward for me and my career intentions. Anyway, I am not really who they are looking for, and we all know it. I would be willing to try, maybe?
The job offer came before the new administration took office, along with the new rulings that I myself voted for because they are good for the community. But alas, those rulings are what booted me in the end. Damnnnn. I really thought it would be fine, considering the administration's goals and the department I received the offer from. But I think for the last 3 months I knew something was up; I just did not want to admit it. Ultimately, this division of planning was never my preference. There are excellent and very well-informed housing planners out there. Housing work just has never been my forte.
I had an interview THE DAY BEFORE I got the call informing me of the bad news. I thank the universe I got the call after this interview because the pressure would've likely thrown me off my game. This interview went well and seemed extremely promising (under the new Mayor too, so it feels solid). In reality, it is somewhat of a dream job for me. I really want this one.
I read a post by Robert Birming over the weekend where he said simply, "If you consistently feel like 'this is the wrong place for me,' I strongly believe you should quit as soon as possible. I've personally quit jobs within the first week." If I manage to land this dream job (should hear next week, fingers crossed!), but I somehow start a different role before I can make my way through its doors (onboarding for this City, on average, takes months), I can always just say, "Sorry! Something more aligned with my passions and vision for my future popped up! Hope you find an excellent replacement for me!!!!" I am just not used to moving so fast. But if I need to, I shall.
I very much realize that quitting on a whim is not a reality for most. I was laid off last year, but the money I received from the State for 26 weeks was absolutely necessary to sustain me through this going-on-11-month unemployment period.
This day last year, I was one 8-hour shift away from the lovely vacation I discussed in this post, followed by a work month from hell, both of which closed out my time at that company. I am so different now from then.
I am ready to tackle a new chapter of my story. It just sucks to have that chapter pushed back by a jumble of fluff and unspoken words. I gotta tell you, I really want this interview phase to pass. Next week will be big for me.