Where are you working now?
It is perhaps my most dreaded personal question during introductions, reunions, gatherings or at any other casual conversations that the subject is usually brought up.
Prior to landing my first ever job, I have encountered that question countless of times often leading to awkwardness, discomfort and shame. Shame because I thought those who knew might be wondering how that was possible despite me having an employable degree, a license to practice and a not so bad academic past. Or worse, they may be belittling me.
This went on for quite a while that I have been accustomed to reply none even until I already had one. Well, my first job lasted for just eight months and I’m back to answering my most unfavorite question.
I had some sort of a reprieve when I’ve been fortunate (finally) to have stints overseas. I sort of become like the OFW waiting for their next contract. When the reality is that I’m just jobless (again) and there’s no definite possibility of leaving overseas again. Of course, during this period, the negative feelings have subsided and I have gained some self-esteem.
It really helps when you have friends who believes in you and makes you realize that there is something you can be good at. Better if they coupled their morale boosting encouragements with actual job offers even for a short time. So, I became a freelancer this time. But then, it’s also hard to explain that. For simplicity’s sakes, I still just answer that I have none.
Just recently, I got this new job. But just the same, I was hard pressed into another sequel of awkwardness. The reason being is that my designation is quite unique.
Where do you work now?
I am link builder. And if you also want to ask what kind of job is that, better consider me as jobless.
