I had mentioned previously that I was working at Barker library in my spare time to help pay for tuition. That is still true. However, I also mentioned that it was low key and I had a lot of downtime for studying or playing around on the internet. While I thought that was the case at the time, it is apparently no longer true.
After using some of what I thought was down time to study for some upcoming tests, I received an email from my boss regarding his "expectations" and how I was not fulfilling them. Needless to say, I was pretty scared. I had been slacking off and did not want to lose my position.
I spent some time thinking about the job and decided that it wasn't any different from rowing or classes. When I get in a boat or settle into a test, I want to do the best, be the best. That shouldn't be any different for heading up to the library. Just because I don't enjoy it doesn't mean I shouldn't bring the same level of discipline and dedication that I do with everything else.
Since receiving that email, I am proud to say that I have not used my time at the library to study or surf the web. I shelve the books, work on the inventory project, and generally tidy up around the library. Recently, I was asked if a new student could shadow me as I closed one night because I was "the best closer at Barker," and given a small bonus for letting her. While it might not mean much in the long run, I feel better about a job well done. Even if it means I have to sacrifice my down time to make up for the time I spend working at the library.
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