Today I did myself proud. I was one of FOUR applicants narrowed down from hundreds of applications to swim test for San Antonio SeaWorld’s Animal Care Specialist II position. Three of us passed the grueling swim test and I was awarded an interview with some of the top professionals in this industry. Unfortunately, I wasn’t offered the position this time. The job went to a woman who had 6 years animal training experience at another SeaWorld facility and they were right to give her the job. But to my surprise, an hour after being told the decision by HR, the curator called me personally and told me I was the top choice by the board but her experience put weight on their decision. They said to keep applying and they hope to have me on their team in the future. That ANY facility will be extremely lucky to have me as a staff member. Even if it wasn’t a slamdunk win for me today I am so extremely proud of myself for taking this risk and proving to myself that I really can do anything that I set my mind to and I’m going to be very successful one day-even if it’s not at this specific facility. I made it this far and ill make it again. Don’t tell me the sky is the limit when there are footprints on the moon! Bring it on world I’m ready! #todayimachampionregardless #GodisGOOD #strong #mighty #able (at SeaWorld San Antonio Park Perks)
