Did you have trouble balancing between chasing better work/agencies and finding peace where you were at when you were new? I’ve been freelancing (at some great places) since ad school got out in March 2020 but am completely run ragged from the constant 24/7 job hunt and financial insecurity. Nothing really consistent. Just took an FT role at a small shop, hoping it’ll free some headspace but can’t let my mind rest. Still so obsessive about getting into a great place FT. Can’t turn it off.

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I stopped caring. If it’s meant to happen it will. Don’t rush it and focus on building up.

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Settle into this place, learn as much as possible, contribute and do the best work that you can. If youre still restless or want to do more creative work, look for project work in areas that interest you.

Wouldn’t it be cool if it was you who turned that small shop into the next great place? Don’t just chase opportunities as they come up: Create your own.

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