I lost someone...but I gained someone better..

I bet your thinking someone died! No, what happened is that I had a VERY short lived studio manager intern, but it ended up working out in my favor because the person that has replaced her is a way better fit. I have found in my life that when I try something for the first time it usually doesn't really work out the way I have planned. But I ALWAYS learn from that first experience and use it to my advantage for the second time around. This is what I learned from my first experience:

1. ALWAYS have a contract outlined and signed before you spend anytime trying to train someone.

2. Go with your gut feeling - if you have reservations for whatever reason it's probably not the best thing.

3. I learned from Jared Bauman (but didn't take his advice till now) - don't choose the best person, choose the best overall option.

So, I was really sad for about one day when I lost my first person because I spent a  lot of time and effort in training her. But, because of the experience I learned the best way to go about hiring an intern which is great. Education is everything!! I am really looking forward to showing off my new person and all the great things they are going to do!! :)