Job interview update

[Alexandra 55]

Update, in case anyone is interested:

I had the interview yesterday, and it seemed to go well. There were three people there, including the person I'd be replacing. We talked about my prior experience with the organization, what I learned, what they've changed in the interim, how I'd get back up to speed, how I might handle specific situations, my personal situation and how it's changed, the challenges ahead in the short term for the organization, what I do now and how it relates...

In short, it was a 45-minute discussion that all seemed positive. There was no discussion of compensation or anything. Many of the issues brought up would be impossible for them to talk about with other candidates, since they related to my prior experience and specific knowledge. In other words, this isn't a level playing field.

I have no idea who my competition is or what the committee is considering when comparing candidates. As far as qualifications go, there is quite literally no one better qualified to do this job than I. But there may be other concerns to which I am not privy.

So now I wait. They said they hope to have a decision by next week. Please have good thoughts for me--I want this job so badly I can taste it.

Now I just have to try to keep my tension level down for the next few days. It's in other people's hands...

[Teresita 0]

Fingers crossed, eyes crossed, prayers sent up and in transe state ommmmmmmmmmm Aaaallleeexx willlll gettttt theeeeee jobbbbbb. YEAHHHH Alex!!! When is the Party?:clap2: :clap2: :clap2:

[Elisabethsew 50]

I'm sure you wowed them in the interview and I'll be waiting to hear your announcement that you DID get the job. Now... relax and have a great weekend.

[A1ikou 0]

I'm so happy the interview went well for you:nervous Now be sure and tell us all exactly what they say when they tell you the job is yours...All extremities now crossed until next week!

Good Luck.

[K@t 38]

ughhhhhhhhh the waiting is the worst.....i feel for ya, and I'm crossing my fingers!

[paula 4]

Good luck Alex!

Just remember that IF its supposed to be - it will be!

[kellymoos 4]

Good Luck to you!!

[Vera 7]

You must have the job, your the best qualified.

Now just give me the money!!!

[3loves 0]

Waiting the hardest part!! Just remember things always work out for the best. This reminded me that I never did get back to you on the pay negotiation thing. I'll PM you. My DH just secured a new position and went through the same thing.

[Penni60 45]

Praying, sending good vibes, puttin a hex on the hiring person that if they even think about NOT hiring you then their hair will start to fall out. HEHEHEH!! Helping anyway I can. LOL!!

[Anwyn 0]

I think you're a shoe in, but I'll be sending lots of positive vibes your way just in case! :cool:

[barbara465 2]

Sending good wishes your way. Let it go now as its not in your hands. I am a firm believer that things happen for a reason. If for some insane reason you don't get it, it must be that there is something else good for you. :cool:

[Alexandra 55]

Thanks so much, everyone. I'm all a-jitter every time I check my e-mail, though I know it's too early to expect any news. It's killing me!

I had a dream the other night about telling my current bosses I am leaving. What a wonderful day that will be. :biggrin1:

[Alexandra 55]

Another thought: My brother made the observation that if the board had already decided NOT to hire me, they wouldn't have invited me back for a second interview. So assuming they haven't already made that determination, I'd have to agree that my chances look pretty good.

[DonnaB 3]

Sounds like great news Alexandra!

That job is yours - now it's all about negotiating for the money! When they offer you the job, don't be so excited about the offer that you forget to negotiate for compensation!