But damn - it's so disheartening.
I went on an interview today & I KNEW they really liked me. I liked them. I sent a "Thank You" email a bit ago and got this response:
"it will be a while this process, but you are terrific. We are hoping to diversify our staff so not sure how it will play out but we will definitely keep you in mind. I'll let you know We are trying someone out who interviewed weeks ago and I'll let you know how it works out after about 2 weeks, In the mean time, stay wonderful and we'll let you know what happens.
Your energy and your heart are just beautiful. " So Ok. That's actually not a horrible rejection. But it is nonetheless -- especially since I felt like they were ready to offer me the job right then and there. I have to work on not getting SO excited. J says I'm negative, but I think it's easier to be that way -- that way I don't get disappointed....
And the 2nd interview? (Went last Thursday.) Haven't heard back from them yet, and as far as I know they haven't even contacted my references. I wouldn't be that anxious -- except I really feel like I messed up the interview. When she asked for references instead of just saying "sure" I said "oh, well, my supervisor can't give references... company policy... it has to go through HR -- but I have co-workers who can give..." She looked at me -- with a new look. "Oh" she said "I'd really like to talk to a supervisor. You mean she won't talk to me on the phone?"
And to make matters worse, when I sent her my list of references I just gave her the phone number to the main office: HR. Didn't even give her my supervisor's name.
I just panicked.
J has coached me since: "Don't give more info than they ask for.... you have references -- just give them." He's right.
So, I have this feeling of dread about this job. I won't get it.
And yes, I've only been unemployed for a month - and have been on two interviews... but....
This whole thing just sucks.
Ok. Done feeling sorry for myself.
And the 2nd interview? (Went last Thursday.) Haven't heard back from them yet, and as far as I know they haven't even contacted my references. I wouldn't be that anxious -- except I really feel like I messed up the interview. When she asked for references instead of just saying "sure" I said "oh, well, my supervisor can't give references... company policy... it has to go through HR -- but I have co-workers who can give..." She looked at me -- with a new look. "Oh" she said "I'd really like to talk to a supervisor. You mean she won't talk to me on the phone?"
And to make matters worse, when I sent her my list of references I just gave her the phone number to the main office: HR. Didn't even give her my supervisor's name.
I just panicked.
J has coached me since: "Don't give more info than they ask for.... you have references -- just give them." He's right.
So, I have this feeling of dread about this job. I won't get it.
And yes, I've only been unemployed for a month - and have been on two interviews... but....
This whole thing just sucks.
Ok. Done feeling sorry for myself.
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3 comments:
I love how a company won't let you use your direct supervisor as a reference. They have to go through HR. How would HR know how you were as a worker, how you did your job day-to-day? My company is like that and it's so stupid!
Would your sup. talk to them on the phone? Can you go under the radar?
It does suck. And the economy kind of sux as well, so finding a job is especially difficult these days.
This is probably a really stupid suggestion and there are a million reasons why it's not possible (for one: J), but have you ever considered moving to a different city? Just a thought. Feel free to completely ignore it.
I know exactly how you feel (except for the part where you have actual interviews).
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