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> Subject: Changes in Career
> Date: Fri, 5 Sep 1997 07:58:10 -0700
> From: Cindy Bailey <baileycom -at- EARTHLINK -dot- NET>
>
> Hi, everyone -
>
> I'm working on an article for STC's publication, Intercom, on how to
> make a career decision that is *right for you*. I would be very
> interested to interview (via e-mail or telephone - however you prefer)
> anyone who has faced a difficult career-related decision (in other
> words, you were fairly split as to which choice to make). These
> decisions can involve whether or not to: 1) go free-lance, 2) accept a
> promotion or job change; 3) look for a different or new job entirely; 4)
> telecommute - or some other alternative work model; 5) leave the work
> force; or 5) change careers entirely.
>
> If you have been in any of these situations, wrestled with the decision,
> and would not mind sharing your experience, please e-mail me privately.
> I will then e-mail a few specific questions to you - or phone you with
> them, as you prefer. I would greatly appreciate your insight! Thanks
> in advance for your interest and participation!!
>
> Cindy Bailey, fellow technical communicator
>
> Bailey Communications
> Technical Writing * Online Help * Corporate Communications
> ph: 310-379-4135; fx: 310-379-0084
>
Cindy,
I worked in a factory for 18 years, for fully half of that time, I was
going to college to get a degree. Today I am working as a technical
writer. If you think my experience will add anything to your survey, I'd
be glad to look at yur questions.
Marci Abels
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