AmyD: We SHOULD start our own businesses!! :)

Sid: You’re right. It did work for you! For a while, I swear I thought you were GONE, outta here, buh-bye. But, then, things worked out. That’s it … I have to stay, too. New York *NEEDS* us!! ;) … But, what’s this crap about Queens?!?! NEITHER of us should leave the island unless forcibly evicted. (In my case, this isn’t all that unlikely.) Funny story … the other day, I looked at an apartment in Astoria. (I’m not joking about eviction; my lease runs out soon and I need to find a cheaper apartment.) So, anyway, I get off of the train in Astoria, Queens. I ask a cop for directions. He tells me really quickly. But, I don’t know the area so I’m like, “wait, where is it, um, what, huh?” He goes, “Where are you from?!?!” I say, “Oh, I live in New York but in … um .. in Manhattan.” He frowns at me and looks annoyed. Ahhhh, the borough battles wage on …

But seriously, I know how you feel. Which you know. It’s haaaaaaard out here for a pimpstress. But you can’t leave! We’re not giving up, right? I’m borrowing your moxie, and making the city mine, too, since I’m going to be here a bit longer. And if it comes to it, we’ll both be hunting down our dreams and living side-by-side in hovels in…shudder…Queens…until we own this town.

:D

Buy you a cheering cocktail tomorrow afternoon, promise.

Maybe we should start a business of our own? Kick the world’s ass for a change…

Hang in there; you’re not alone. Sorry for the cliche’s, but I really believe they are true. You’ll get there!

Oh, did I mentioned I’m a perfectionist and over-achiever, too? Which is why I had to delete my last error-ridden comment. Shoot me now… Hehehe!

However, I will agree with Mitch. One of the major points in the book Knock ‘Em Dead is the “save”. They highly suggestion you do in fact contact them and ask why you were rejected and if there is anything you can do to make sure they know what a great candidate you are.

Of course, the magnitude (and there is ‘tude in magnitude.. had to throw a joke in heres somewhere. I’m getting all serious and shit) of your reply will depend on the industry. Stronger for sales, weaker for assistant roles. You get the picture. Writing an actual letter (did you snail or email? coz snail is considered ‘classy’ now believe it or not)is great. Nice touch.

If there is anything I can say that doesn’t sound overly schmalzy it’s this: “It’s not that you haven’t find the right company, the right company hasn’t found YOU yet.” Keep it up. If you love NYC as much as you say, NYC will love you back eventually. It’s a big city and it’s a little behind schedule right now giving love back.

Longest. Comment. Ever!

I too have moved cities (okay – countries) and knew I was in the right city but couldn’t find the right job. It took three years to get back to where I had originally beem but in the end it was worth it.

I don’t know why you left Chicago – but there must have been a good reason. Trust yourself – what is your gut telling you to do?

I’m behind you 100%. Just be true to what you believe and it will happen. Maybe not immediately – but it will work eventually.

I wish you all the luck in the world Stolie. Keep us posted on what you decide.

AWE: Thanks! I appreciate it. :)

Mitch & Goldennib: I took your advice, and I sent a really nice letter to one company in particular to ask if there was anything that I could do to strengthen my future chances. I’ll you know what/if they respond.

Dear Lovey Heart: Thanks for the well wishes and encouragement.

JohnJEnright, Pegs, and Darwin : I’ve thought about this. I think it’s my Plan B … take a job in Chicago and then move to New York after I’ve gotten even more experience under my belt. .. by the way, Darwin, come to the US for your PhD!!! Come to New York!!!

Mel Chickk: THANK YOU, sweetie!! :)

Darwin: Come to the US for your program!! Come to New York.

KP & Larry: This is Plan A.

MamaChristy: You’re great. And, I really believe in that philosophy … If you know in your heart that there’s something you want to do, chances are pretty good that that’s what you’re supposed to be doing. Thanks for your prayers!!

Raymond: Ooooh, I like this option!! :)

The Head Chef: Yeah, I’m not really out to please anyone (in Chicago, or New York for that matter) but myself.

E: (1) I’m on it. (2) Thank you. (3) GREAT idea … just because a job is offered, doesn’t mean it has to be accepted.