Things Are Looking Up (at last)

Some things are happening for me now. Firstly, I had an assessment yesterday morning for a Web Administrator. I found this interesting and feel that I can do the job. Despite running out of time with the second advert (the Laptop) I completed the first one (the graphics card) and made it look professional, accurate and interesting. I used Word, Dreamweaver, and Photoshop (all versions newer than at home) and liked the manager - calm and efficient. I believe I put down the gauntlet to other candidates but it is quite easy for someone to beat me if they have had some experience or know their software to a high level. As the task was only 50 minutes to do 2 ads the only things that I could have done better were more prep under pressure and quicker identification of the Laptop make and model (surprisingly the most awkward part of the task). I did show that I can work on my own and was close to completing the task under pressure, creatively and efficiently. Another 5 to 10 minutes and I would have given myself an excellent chance.

Also, I have spent some time updating my Website and working out how to do many of the other pages, applied for another 3 jobs, spoke to a couple of friends (including a refresshing walk around Chorlton Park on Sunday) and am handling stress/depression a lot better. In particular I am rediscovering the knack of focussing on tasks without losing my temper or becoming distracted. If only I put 10 quid on Manchester to get the super-casino. That would have sorted out my finances a bit. Money is the real problem though... (oh and a postponed the visit to another friend until Thursday)