Monday, April 5, 2010
Liz Funk Thoughts...
I was just thinking about how much having Liz Funk present to our class has affected my mindset as a college student and as someone who is soon to graduate. I mean, she wrote a book before she even graduated college and pretty much determined her destiny as a writer by getting things done on her own. It seems that she gets her success from striving for the things she wants. She didn't just sit around and wait for opportunities to come to her. She sculpted her present by showcasing her writing talents and making connections within the field. Personally, entering an uncertain job market in 2011, I'm realizing more and more that I will have to reach out to companies and job prospects and really highlight my talents and best achievements. I think having writing as a minor is definitely a plus in applying to any job. There are few jobs that don't require some kind of writing skills. No one wants an illiterate employee and one who's a good writer is a plus. I'm happy I chose writing as a minor, and that I am taking Peer Tutoring. Writing classes are a plus on a resume, especially if I end up applying to editorial or publishing jobs.
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I agree that having Liz Funk talk to our class was definitely beneficial. Personally, I do not plan on making a career out of writing. I do it because I have to, yet I am in the lucky few that do not really mind it and I enjoy reading my finished pieces. Although I cannot relate to Liz in terms of writing being my passion, I found her advice to apply to other aspects of my life. The fact that she took charge and did everything on her own at such a young age was very inspiring. There is no question that her story was motivating. I related to her along the lines of being unsure as to what I would like to do when I graduate. She made me feel much better when saying that sometimes certain things just are not for you, and you must be in control of your life and do what you are passionate about.
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