Recently, I was asked to do publicity for another band. The conversation took place during one of my busiest weeks. I had been pulled in so many different directions (work, extra curricular, networking, music PR stuff, etc.) and my initial thoughts were no way...sorry, but there is simply no way i can fit any more stuff into my schedule. But almost immediately I said, "Actually, sure." I didn't necessarily "change my mind" but more, I surrendered and became a slave to my ambition. Who am I to turn down experience in an industry I'm so desperately trying to break into.
I don't think I'm alone in this. I know a lot of people who are taking on "work" beyond their day jobs. Whether it's starting your own wedding/day-of coordination company, studying hard for the GMAT/GREs, working for an old boss to make some extra cash...I feel like a lot of people our age (hello, twentysomethings) are working hard 9-5 and them some to not only make ends meet but make sure we get to where we want to be, and sooner than later if possible. We're sacrificing free time (and sanity) and letting ambition, goals, and dreams take the driver seat.
I guess when it comes down to it, it's in our own hands where we end up. No excuses. No one telling you what to do and when...a little something called "responsibility" -- cheers to whatever that means. ;)
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