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Subject:
Too many Pollyannas ? Jobs for all?
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Roger Smith <[log in to unmask]>
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Sat, 9 Sep 2000 09:06:59 +1200
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<David wrote: I'm afraid there are too many pollyannas who will tell you to
keep trying and eventually you'll find your dream job--because that's simply
untrue>

I don't share David's pessimism about the mathematical probability of a
proportion of job seekers NEVER being able to find a job in a Museum.

It is true that worldwide, ours is a VERY competitive profession. That said,
I have found that those who remain single-minded in their purpose and
prepared to be adaptable in their approach, DO succeed.  This adaptability
may also necessitate relocation.  Equally ( and my own career path is
witness to this phenomenon! ) all of us can realistically look forward to at
least two changes of career path in our lifetime.  Gone are the days are a
'job for life' in a single institution  and that may be no bad thing.

The above does not necessarily assist Laura in her quest but I have given
considerable thought to how a checklist for job aspirants might be compiled
to assist the process.

Museum L has provided many great suggestions in recent weeks and I have
added some other ideas and links of associated interest.

List members may like to go to the CAREERS section of Global Museum and have
a look at the HOT JOB TIPS section.  All other positive suggestions would be
welcomed and added to the list.

With best wishes
Roger

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