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My Jobsss

My first jobs was a waiter. I did it when I first leave school, just to earn money. It was fun, really, but it was very hard work. I had to work long and of course I was always on my feet! It wasn't very challenging. I had to remember the customers' orders, but that was all, really. And I didn't get paid holidays, so that wasn't good.

So after about five months I gave in my notice and got a job as a shop assistant in a bookstore. I really enjoyed that because I like books and talking to people about them. I was very good at the job, and after a few months I was promoted the store manager. That's great! I got on the job training about management and things. I was very happy as I was starting a career well, I thought I was. After two years, the bookstore closed because there  wasn't enough business.

Now, I have got a few more years' experience, and I work as a management consultant. The pay is fantastic and the work is quite interesting. I guess you can say I am successful. But you know what? Sometimes I miss being a waiter and just having jokes with the customers!