Friday, April 26, 2013

Job Hunting Report

Today, I wanted to return my new battery because apparently it is defective. My battery charger apparently cannot charge it. On my laptop, it says it is charging but apparently, it is not. As a result, I decided to return it but I came to the post office too late. Nonetheless, I took this opportunity to look for a job at the mall. American Eagle Outfitters got my attention so I gave it a shot. I talked to the manager and he asked me what kind of job am I looking for. I told him I used to work as a sales associate at Kolh's. Apparently, he was looking for a stock guy and I told him of course I used to do that too. At Kohl's, I did a little bit of everything: cashier, stock. I got the application and he asked me to bring the application the next day so I did what he asked me. He told me that he will forward the application to the hiring manager and he will see what can happen. If I am not called in two weeks, it means that I was not right for the job. Maybe I should wait or maybe I should call them sometimes so they do not forget me. I also go to a lot of other places to apply; it is important to keep your options open when job hunting.
I am not only job hunting for FMK. As an adult, I feel the need to make my own pocket money. Of course, there are things that I would never do for the money. For example, I would not strip, prostitute my body for the money. I would not compete in the Book of Guinness World Record either. I would not even think about going to the cage or the ring to beat up people so I can get a belt. Would I compete in a soccer game? Yes. Would I try a push up contest? Yes. Would I compete for a retail company? Yes. Competition is pushed on everybody whether you like it or not. It is hard to get away from it. However, it is up to us to decide how we can compete so our overall health is not hindered.
Another reason why I am looking for a job is because I am also looking for a partner who really values the Martial Arts the way that I do. Since I have been training in FMK, I have been really picky about who I choose to be in training with me just like Shi zu is for people who are interested in Zen Martial Arts. Even if I think I find the right person, he or she might not be qualified to train with me for the simple reason that Shi Zu might think otherwise. I need to consider another criteria which is money. Let's say someone in my area is accepted in FMK. There is a good chance she or he might be able to pay the tuition as asked by Shi Zu while I cannot at all. Weekly progress would not be much of a problem for me but if he felt like he/she is paying more than I do, how unfair would that be? So I tell myself to forget about that partner and concentrate on myself. I probably will be certified as a Fitness Trainer under Freddie's Modern Kung Fu. I do not know how I would train people, but I hope to figure it out one day. When I am ready financially, I might start thinking about having a good training partner. I might not want to admit this again but Shi Zu was right: I need to pay more money. I am not making myself feel guilty but it is the reality. Reality is never about like or dislike; reality is.

19 comments:

  1. Atta man, go get that hobby-job. It's going to open up lots of doors for you, not least of which is participating in the live online training. I did four hours today, morning and evening session. I'm taking advantage of the opportunity every chance I've got. So think about it. Standard tuition is $100 per month. That's less than two day's work at pretty much anything you can do in a first world country like the U.S.A. Or, it could be maybe an hour's work if you bend your rules and decide to do some stripping, lol. Add to that $50 every third month, to help support the cost of the internet in the kwoon, and that's all it takes man. Very do-able. Then you wouldn't have to feel guilty any more, and you'd be able to train with us, AND you won't even need that expensive gym membership anymore. Plus, you'll have a job, and so the other eighteen working days of the month will be money in your pocket, so that when you do find that girl, you're going to be able to afford to show her a good time

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    1. LOL. You are cracking me up man. By the way, how are you dealing with the schmuck who click dislike in all your videos? Did you block him already? Lol

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    2. I can't figure out who he is. But that's okay, I've got more patience than he does. We'll see if he's still disliking my videos five years from now

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  2. Kang your funny, you really need to get in on this online training, get your LAZY ass to work so you can pay for your tuition! LOL! Good luck on the job hunt.

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    1. LOL. Thanks. I really I find a job that last a little longer. It's been a long time since I work that way.

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    1. Thanks for encouraging me Lian. I am wondering one thing. I am still working finding space to train around my house. I am very self-conscious about my family seeing me training. I like to be private when I train. Also the technique training would be a little harder for me too since I do not have the BOB and the wooden dummy.

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    2. I used to be very self conscious about working out in front of anybody. I would only do it when nobody was looking. I eventually decided that the benefits from working out outweigh the negative aspects of people criticizing me.
      If you are able to find yor own space, that would be great. I'd prefer to have my own space to train too. You'd probably get more training done though if you just made that self conscious part of your mind shut up and just go ahead and practice. As long as they aren't totally against martial arts, or as long as you didn't accidently kick somebody, I'd think it should be fine.
      If they were okay with it, you would eventually get more used to it and feel more free.
      I think it is strange how we are so self conscious to do anything beyond the ordinary "routines" of life even if it is something healthy.
      I really like the stories about Bill "Bojangles" Robinson. He was a tap dancer and danced everywhere he went. He was full of life and not overly self conscious, and he became one of the best dancers and people loved him. (Most of my references of him come from a kid's book, so I'm no expert on him. Maybe I should look for a biography.)
      Keep training, even without BOB, you will keep improving. Todai Ryan is doing great without one. Also, if you are able to get in on the live training, that would help too. Keep putting in applications! I applied for at least 100 jobs before I got mine working from home. You just have to keep at it and don't give up.

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    3. Listen to Lian, it's good advice

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  4. Yeah Kang, listen to Lian, she gave some great advice! Real Martial Artists aren't self-conscious, self-consiousness is the ego, get rid of that ego!

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    1. Thanks guys! You are the best. About the certification videos so far, am I passing? If not, can I redo them while uploading others?
      Are you still doing private technique videos or you give up on making them?

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  5. LOL at Sifu comment..." get your LAZY ass to work so you can pay for your tuition!"

    Glad you took the mall advice, and you should always have your options open. Although, what did you go to school for? Or what are your long term goals to be working in?

    Remember, can't be self- conscious if you plan on trainig people!

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    1. LOL. Shi zu is funny. I am studying Computer Engineering. One day, I may move to Chicago to receive my Master's Degree but I better work hard to get there. I have about two more years to get my Bachelor's Degree.
      You are right about the self-consciousness. I cannot achieve the Sifu level with an ego. You are getting stronger every day Simui Ai!

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