Jobless no more

14
Apr

Today I announced the end to my unemployment.

I start work on Thursday morning, contracting as a Data Analyst for Embarq.

I also mentioned it on Twitter and a lot of people shared the feeling of good news with me.

Here's just a partial screen capture of some replies. Thanks everyone.

twitter_job

Now, to begin the 4.2 year journey of getting everything back on track.

I won't be online as much, or at all, during the day (ya know, that job thing and all ;-) so I'll no doubt be missing out on a lot of what goes on, but just keep working towards each goal that you have and you'll reach it sooner or later.

Michael

p.s. My wife just told me that I was addicted to Twitter.

p.p.s. Now I am in trouble for saying that she said that! ;^)

posted on April 14th, 2008 under My Notes, Resume, Technology.

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April 14th, 2008 | Marshall Kirkpatrick says:

Congrats, Michael, hope the new gig treats you great!
April 14th, 2008 | Stephen Dill says:

So Michael, you’ve been searching for 4.2 years? Were you doing contract work during that time? Man! You get all sorts of awards for mental and emotional control. And kudos to your wife, any lifestyle well off the track everyone deems “normal” has a real subtle affect on a spouse. Especially women - who by nature desire security above all. Have fun getting (back?) into the corporate routine. Life’s a roller coaster ride, throw your hands up and scream for joy every once in a while. (Tho not actually AT work for the first few months. Just sayin’)

@srdill
April 14th, 2008 | mbailey says:

@srdill

Well the 4.2 years is how long it’s going to take us to climb out of debt. I’ve been searching since the beginning of this year, but actually haven’t had much income for the last 2 years, because I was pursuing a passion to create applications/services for the social media space.
April 14th, 2008 | mbailey says:

@Marshall, thanks, it should be fine. ;^)
April 14th, 2008 | Ed Roberts says:

Congrats Michael. That’s great news!
(and yes, you are addicted to Twitter…)
April 14th, 2008 | Steven Buehler says:

Congratulations! I just started my first day today (Monday) as a programmer/developer for a large health insurance services company.
April 14th, 2008 | Clintus says:

That’s awesome man! Congrats.
April 15th, 2008 | mbailey says:

@EdRoberts, Thanks and perhaps there is a 12-step Twitterholic program? ;^)
April 15th, 2008 | mbailey says:

@Steven, Thanks and congrats to you. They are lucky to have you on board with them. Go forth and do many wonderful things!
April 15th, 2008 | mbailey says:

@Clintus Thanks man - are you still doing at least one video per day?
April 21st, 2008 | Chris Hambly says:

Congratulations dude, a great bonus for any company.