Blogs: Jack's job log: 14

Jack has finished his degree. His job hunt is proving a long and difficult road.

When something such as a dream opportunity crops up, there are two distinct trains of thoughts that transmits through ones brain. The first is jubilance - fantastic news, I have worked hard for such an opportunity, I deserve this, I will give it my all. Something along the lines of the traditionalist Yorkshire traits that I have become accustomed to.

The other thoughts are those of the typical Brit (A Brit cannot be confused with a Yorkshireman). Those thoughts involve self-doubt, worry, the generally wariness of 'if something appears too good to be true, it usually is'. As people may have gauged through these blogs, I am a fan of sport.

Actually, that is a lie, I love sport. I also like punting, much in the same ilk of poker, not necessarily the money aspect, more the vindication of analysis and correct decision making. The warm glow and subsequent strut of putting in my tipping article a 10/1 winner, and being able to gloat much like the cat who has got the cream.

To cut a long story short, there is a current position available at the prestigious Racing Post. The position is described as a 'social networker', which I think is a fancy way of saying you post messages on their Facebook, Twitter, emails and website trying to start and engage in discussions about racing and sports. Perfect, right?

Well I hate to say it, but as my father pointed out to me a few months ago, this working world and its negativity and pessimism seems to have got to me. I am not the happy-go-lucky person I was three years ago. I seem more of a worrier, filled with more negativity than a Sir Alex Ferguson press conference. Instead of giddy excitement, much like during the lead up to the Cheltenham Festival (I know I am sad, but oh well), I have the scepticism and caution that would normally be seen approaching a rectal examination with a questionable practioner.

I will most likely apply, as it would be a dream of mine to be paid to write about something I love. The job description urges people to apply who have writing experience, a passion for sports, a blog, a website and a social media history; luckily for me, I seem to tick every box.

I definitely don't want to stay where I am - there is no long term prospects here for what I want to be doing, or where I want to be going. Then again, would I be able to adapt to the hustle and bustle of London? Stay tuned.