Some Advice

Hello all, currently there's been no new updates in my job search. I've been trying to make contact with my connections, but busy people with jobs are always so hard to contact. Of course, as my mom never forgets to tell me "the squeaky wheel gets the grease." She has a point (I hope she never reads this post or I won't hear the end of it). You got to keep calling and e-mailing to show your determination. I always struggle with this aspect, because I always feel like I'm being a bother. But in the end, you might be a pain in that person's rear, but you're showing them how determined you are, and that usually reflects pretty well on yourself. However, always remember to be TACTFUL and RESPECTFUL. Recently, I have had trouble with various people not getting back to my first e-mail so I'll just keep sending the same e-mail over and over again until I finally get a response. Be persistent and don't give up.
Another word of advice for my readers who aren't quite ready to search for full time employment but may potentially be interested in politics or government. I would strongly recommend, especially for would-be politicians, to get some kind of internship in it before hand. Get exposure. Politics especially can be a rough and tumble world, and sometimes things get ugly. You should do some sort of internship or volunteer work to get acquainted with it before you dedicate your life to it. I have seen some interns I have worked with who are just completely alienated by the whole process. Its better to learn that before you decide to dedicate your entire college career to it. No matter what you think as a third person observer, you might find that after you actually have participated in the process and seen it up close that you hate it. Find out as soon as possible. It would be awful to graduate, work in politics and/or government and discover that you are miserable.
Of course, you might be a real sicko like me and find it absolutely amazing and thrilling. I have loved every minute of my experiences in the wonderful world of politics. I've seen the glamorous side of politics and I've seen the hidden, deceptive, manipulative side up close and I love it for both of them. But you may not. Find out!