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AN Community => AN Community => Topic started by: Pooter on May 06, 2010, 08:09:08 pm
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Tomorrow at 2pm, I have a job interview! Ironically, it's with Memorial Herman Hospital System. I stayed in Memoral Herman Downtown after my surgery (and my 2nd stay). This is a satellite building of theirs, but same system. Should I call in my surgeon for a reference? ;)
Know next to nothing about the job, but a friend recommended me and gave my resume. Officially, the job isn't "open" yet, but the hiring manager wants to talk to me before it does get opened. Hopefully, that's a good sign.
Btw, why has the board been so dead lately?
Regards,
Brian
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Good luck with the job. Brian! And I was wondering the same thing about the board. Community ALWAYS has something going on! :D
Priscilla
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Knock 'em dead . . . break a leg . . . whatever one is supposed to say for a job interview.
I'll be thinking good thoughts!
Sara
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Good luck with the interview Brian. I had my AN surgery at Memorial Hermann downtown.
Patrick
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LUCK!!!!!
It's a good sign that you are to be interviewed before the job officially opens.
I don't know why the board has been so dead lately.
I keep mentioning how excited I am about my facial reanimation surgery next week, and I know there a quite a few AN surgeries coming up.
Luck,
Maureen
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Good luck with that dude!!! With your wealth of knowledge of all things that are AN, you are a shoo-in! :)
Jay
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Pooter,
Wishing you lot's of luck in Ace-ing the interview!!! We'll be anxious to know how it turns out!!!
Jackie
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All the best, Pooter :-*
Hope you get the job ;D
Before I read your post, I was thinking we were all going to be wishing you luck on that annual MRI (hint, hint). BTW, did you schedule that yet?
The Forum has been dead lately; not sure why.
Jan
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Good luck, Brian....I am sure that whoever interviews you will be impressed...we all are!!
Brenda
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Good luck I'm sure you will do great!!!! ;D
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Good Luck, Pooter!! I know you will do well!
I had surgery there too! "Velma" was the best nurse EVER!! Can't wait to hear!
K ;D
PS - I have wondered the same thing - maybe it is just b/c it is a super busy time of the year!
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Good luck Brian
Maybe we are all out enjoying the nice weather...Well here in ontario anyhow...DonnaLynn...keep the snow please, but you can send it in the form of rain...we need it badly as well....
JO
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Hi Brian,
Having someone one the inside doesn't hurt :)
Good luck with your interview,
Rich
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PS - I have wondered the same thing - maybe it is just b/c it is a super busy time of the year!
May reminds me of December. Too much going on. End of school stuff, graduations, lots of bdays,.etc. :)
Moe
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Hi Brian,
Good luck on the job interview! I hope it turns out to be everything you’re looking for.
Keep us posted.
Scarlett
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Wow! Thanks everyone! I didn't anticipate such a response especially given how dead it's been around here all week...
Jay, I'm not so sure that any of my AN knowledge (what little there is) will be helpful because I'll be interviewing for a technical position. I seriously doubt that he knows anything about ANs even given that he works for a major hospital. ;)
Jan, no comment. :)
Moe, congrats on the facial reanimation surgery. I'm sure you'll rock it and be very pleased!
Rich, not EXACTLY on the inside, but close enough. Enough on the inside that the recommendation helped get me in the door.
I'm nervous, but ok. As someone very wise once told me, it's okay to be nervous as long as all of your butterflies are flying in formation. Well, mine are.
Thanks again all!
Regards,
Brian
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Brian,
Good Luck my friend!!! I'm sure you will get the job. My husband loves working in the hospital.
Anne Marie
PS You will be amazed at all the wasted $$$
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Brian,
I think using your surgeon for a reference would be a great idea! At least he knows for sure that you have a brain - he's seen it! :D
Lori
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Lori, I asked my OB/GYN years ago for a job reference in the hospital where my daughter was born. He said he preferred to keep his patient relationships separate. The curmudgeon.
Sara
P.S. Pooter, how did the interview go?
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Sara
P.S. Pooter, how did the interview go?
Two words: Nailed it
Again, the job isn't officially opened yet, but when it does (should be within the next 2 weeks), I would be floored if I wasn't at least among the top considered candidates. I could go into many details about why I think it went well, however suffice it to say that I have a REAL good feeling coming out of the interview.
At some point, I have to decide if it is worth stepping out of my comfort zone a little bit for the trade up in upward mobility options. I guess I'll decide that when the time comes.
Regards,
Brian
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Good for you!!!!
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Wishing you good luck hope you get the job.
Best Wishes,
Pat
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Two words: Nailed it
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Excellent Brian 8)
In 2 weeks they will confirm those good vibes you're experiencing ;)
Rich & Scarlett
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Way to Go, Poot!! ;D
K ;D
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Great news, Pooter ;D
Maybe if they offer you the job you can get that MRI free as part of the deal ;)
Jan
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Btw, why has the board been so dead lately?
Way to go Pooter... I hope you get the hospital job you are after.
So why are things so dead? ... Well because we have not convinced you to start DANCING- yet. ;D
Hmm maybe the Memorial Herman Hospital System staff there does surgical glove dances too? ;)
Here are some more glove dances to share with you… done by hospital BESIDES the one from Portland Oregon
Pink Glove at Waldo County general
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejPiMnq6nEQ
Martin Memorial medical Center
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dg7vpdOu5IA
Blue glove dance for autism (ok ok not a hospital)
http://vimeo.com/10730785
Purple glove dance of relay for life by Michigan State University (ok ok college kids)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDERYYtHBvs
Purple glove dance of relay for life by Georgia College & State University (ok more college kids)
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xcdi7u_purple-glove-dance-gcsu-42350_travel
Well of course I am partial to our “original†Portland Oregon Pink Glove done by the hospital where our ANA support group meets.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEdVfyt-mLw
So Pooter if you start working at a hospital you know you ARE going to have to start dancing now… (I think it is a new employee hospital requirement that you are willing to dance :D)… If you run out of ideas (or causes) maybe get one going to bring awareness to Acoustic Neuromas. Hmmm what color glove would be best?
I suggest neon orange to match the super high-powered earplug I sometimes wear (the flesh tone one I wear everyday is too boring).
Pooter what is you favorite color?
Any ideas for what cool 8) music we should use ANYONE?
DHM :)
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Brian ~
I've been borderline AWOL here for the past few days due to pressing issues at home, including completely redecorating a room in our condo and buying a new car - both time-consuming.
However, I apologize for missing your initial post and by doing so, forfeiting the opportunity to wish you success on the job interview. Apparently, that worked out quite well anyway and you're now in line for the soon-to-be-open job. Congratulations! I have to mention that taking risks is an essential factor of achieving success in life. I could bore you with some personal stories that might help prove it but I suspect that you need no convincing. So, I'll simply tell you I'm confident that if you're offered this 'upwardly mobile' position, you'll do what's best for you and your family. I won't wish you luck because if the job is offered to you, you'll have earned it. 'Luck' will have nothing to do with it.
Jim
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Hope you get good health benefits, Brian. ;D
Oh my, I just went there! Pretend that didn't happen... ;)
Steve
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Brian,
Sorry I'm just seeing this post but congratulations and best wishes. If you want this I hope you get it.
Wendy
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Tomorrow at 2pm, I have a job interview! Ironically, it's with Memorial Herman Hospital System.
OMG
:D
I ACTUALLY found a video of Memorial Herman Hospital ::) where the staff DANCES!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GBwUT3Khe8
Pooter- Is this the same hospital system?
(Oh Goodie Steve… we just MAY get to see ole Pooter dancing after-all. ;) ;D :D )
DHM :-*
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Same hospital system, yes. Memorial Herman has 10-15 hospitals/clinics in the Houston area. The group in the video were from The Woodlands, which is north Houston. The group I interviewed with supprt all of the hospitals/clinics primarily in the arena of electronic medical records. It's an exciting subject with lots of potential because there's a federal law requiring every doctor to be on electronic medical records by 2015. So, good timing if it works out.
But, DMH don't plan on seeing me dance on YouTube any time soon.
Regards,
Brian
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I'm with you Pooter. No dancing for me either. We HAVE to stick together ;) :D
I've read about the electronic medical records law and I don't think you can wrong with a job in this field. It's supposed to be a major undertaking for most hospitals, medical facilities, and doctors.
When do you hear if you've gotten the job?
Remember, if you do accept it, you need vacation time in June 2011. We plan on seeing you in Cincinnati for the 2011 ANA Symposium. Bring Jenni and the kids.
Jan
Oops! Almost forgot - the drinks are on Steve Gerrard.
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My husband is the CIO for a medical group here and was instrumental in the changeover to electronic medical records. There are a few holdout docs, but I'm sure they will all be retired by 2015. It is an arduous process getting all of the paper records entered into an electronic database but now that the hard part is over the system in general works very well.
Sara
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Glad you nailed the interview I will cross my eyes you get the job ...
maybe everyone without snow is out enjoying spring ... we have been until today with the return of rain and cooler temps
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When do you hear if you've gotten the job?
Jan
Oops! Almost forgot - the drinks are on Steve Gerrard.
I don't anticipate hearing anything until the job has been officially opened, which according to the man I met with won't be for a couple of weeks.
Drinks on Steve? Pickups in the Leer by Phyl? How could we go wrong? ;)
Regards,
Brian
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Good Luck wiv yer job, o conjurer of breezes! (Methinks that your old PBW job ain't been payin' so great!!) They will have ta give ya yer own office, won't they, wot wiv all the pootin' and all? Heeheeheeheee
Luvs ya,
Captain Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/pirateface_laughing_sm_wht.gif)
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FYI, need more luck. Have phone interview on Friday with another company in Austin, Tx. Fairly big company. As my favorite singer, Roger Creager, would say, "things are lookin' good around here"!
Regards,
Brian
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Pooter, I'm thinking with all of these opportunities, luck has nothing to do with it. This is a result of your experience and excellent work ethic.
You do have my best wishes, though.
Sara
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Wow, Pooter! Who knew you'd be in such high demand!
Congrats ;D And good luck!!
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Pooter-
Well, I am the crappiest tumor twin EVER. I just now saw this! What a loser (me, not you - you're clearly a winner!) ;D ;D
Okay, so first of all - congrats on nailing the interview (not that I am surprised.)
Second (channeling Jan here...) WHEN are you going to schedule that MRI?? C'mon, man - as soon as you get the thumbs up, it's time for a virtual party.
And, yes, you're right - it's been awfully quiet around here. I posted a plea for stories yesterday and have only gotten a couple of bites. Surprised me.
Keep smiling, my friend.
Debbi
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Had my MRI yesterday (3rd annual post op) and it wasn't bad at all. This time I was even brave enough to open my eyes while I was in the tube of gloom - have never done that before.
Book that appointment, Pooter!
Jan
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Debbi, no worries for just seeing this. Thanks for the comments.
Sara, thanks! I've always felt like I was certainly worth being in demand, but not til here recently have I ever really felt that OTHERS feel that way. Feels good, especially in light of my AN.
Jan/Debbi, there are mitigating factors that I won't dive into on this forum. But, suffice it to say that it is still on my radar to get soon.
Regards,
Brian
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Point taken, Pooter ;D
Didn't mean to nag you - just looking out for a fellow ANer.
Jan
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Jan, you aren't nagging. I appreciate you looking out for me. I regularly am reminded to get my MRI by someone else also so the topic is never far from my mind (pun intended). I just wanted y'all to know that I hadn't forgotten but there are some mitigating factors preventing it at this time. That's all.
Regards,
Brian
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Okay --- well, Jan and I will continue to "NOT" nag you about this ... 8)
Debbi
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FYI, phone interview went well from my perspective. Got a call from my buddy who heard from his boss (the guy I talked to) that it went well also and that I should expect a call to come in for a face to face interview. Not in the bag, but progress to the next round. I was very pleased about that.
Thanks for all of your well wishes and prayers. They are appreciated.
Regards,
Brian
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Way to Go, Pooter! You can't move away from Houston right when I get there though...I might take that personal! ;) JK...
K ;D
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Pooter -
I'm glad to hear that you have not one but two job prospects. In today's world you are a lucky man indeed.
My former boss was terminated a year ago and still hasn't found employment. He's in a different field than you are, but I know times are tough for lots of people.
Hope everything pans out for you.
Jan
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FYI, phone interview went well from my perspective. Got a call from my buddy who heard from his boss (the guy I talked to) that it went well also and that I should expect a call to come in for a face to face interview. Not in the bag, but progress to the next round. I was very pleased about that.
Thanks for all of your well wishes and prayers. They are appreciated.
Regards,
Brian
Sounds like you are on a roll 8)
You're bound to snag one of them. Fingers crossed for you :)
Rich & Scarlett
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Way to go! Not that I am at all surprised, of course.
Debbi
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Well, it's official. I've been contacted for a "half day final round of interviews" with the "team in Austin" for the position with the Austin company. I haven't been told exactly when, but they have my availability. I guess the phone interview on Friday went about as I had anticipated.
And the merry-go-round continues...
Thanks everyone!
Brian
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Very cool! I guess its official now that YOU ROCK! :D
Debbi (who already had her 2-year MRI - hint, hint... ;D)
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YAY!!!!!!! Awesome....so happy for you, is this the last one?
Rock on!!!
liz
;D ;D ;D
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Brian ~
Although a lengthy job interview can be stressful, it can also be highly rewarding. I'm confident you'll handle it with aplomb and be very successful. Rock on, waltz off or whatever works best but let us know how it goes.
Jim
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Look at you!!! ;D
Good Luck, I guess...I hope we overlap enough to at least get together!
K ;D
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Liz, yes, this is the last one that I had the phone interview on Friday about.
And, you guys will be happy to know that I've started the ball rolling on scheduling my annual MRI. I don't have a firm date yet, but it's in the works. I expect it to happen sometime in the next week or so (pending available times to get me in). I'll follow up with my surgeon sometime a week or so after the MRI is complete.
And the world keeps spinning...
Thanks again everyone!
Brian
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Well it seems big things are happening for you, so exciting!
Liz
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Yea, Brian. ;D
Good luck with the next process
Maureen
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Glad to see you're working on scheduling that annual MRI, partly because now I can stop nagging you like you're one of my children ;) :D
Love,
Mom
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Looks like you are under a lucky star .... continued good luck on the job hunt ...
I read your brain booger blog yesterday for first time ... had some comments to make on it but no time this morning ... you did a great job recording your Grand Adventure ...
lets get kids to school and go pay bills ...joy oh joy
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as for MRIs , I am almost 6 months past due and until I can fake a medical emergency that requires an MRI of my head I guess I will do without ... insurance doesn't pay for what they term maintenance MRIs but will pay for one in case of an emergency ...awwwwwwwwww the crazy world of insurance woes
and I guess a fake medical emergency is out since I am not a good faker and would get caught and locked up for insurance fraud ... in jail though the local prisoners have full coverage ...hmmmmmm might be such a bad plan after all ;D
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Soundy -
please don't turn into a criminal for the sake of insurance. I'm not sure they'd let you access the ANA Forum from jail ;)
Jan
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our jail has no smoking , no vending machines for snacks or drinks , no TV room , no computers , two orange suits per week , (but you can shower daily) ... and if you don't go out on work detail (non violent crime offenders) you are fed breakfast and dinner , no lunch ... our last Sheriff took all perks away and learned that by state law he is only obligated to feed prisoners 2 times a day ... he even made Good Morning America for being tough ... crime in the county has dropped ... new sheriff kept all changes in place ... former sheriff is Bo's cousin and now our districts state rep... wonder if he could pull some strings and get me a lap top ??? ;)
really have no intention of becoming a criminal ... and still looking for better coverage from someone who will take me ... did learn through human services that I could get catastrophic coverage through the state that would cover AN issues ...
catch is , I have to get divorced and live in separate dwelling from Bo and recieve no support from him ... >:( ...
sorry for butt in Pooter
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Mom, my MRI is scheduled for 5/25 at 1:15pm. Dunno about follow-up appt with surgeon, but likely the week or so after the MRI is complete. You're welcome. ;)
Brian
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Good man, Brian!!! As the co-nagger on this, I am VERY happy that you have your MRI scheduled. Now Jan and I can get on to nagging other people. Hm, who's next? How 'bout Capt Deb???
Sending you a big hug, Brian.
Debbi
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Update: next Friday from 11:30am-4:00pm I'm set to meet with several members of the team in Austin. They weren't kidding when they said a half day of interviews with several people. Yikes!
Debbi, it wouldn't be the same without you and Jan continuing to get after me for scheduling my MRI. I know it's only because you guys care. Besides, as you say, we are surgery twins. :)
Regards,
Brian
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Brian, I've an interview like that before, and it was not so bad. I prefer them to large group interviews because it's easier to focus.
Sara
P.S. I got that job.
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Sara, it's not so much a group interview as it is back-to-back personal interviews with 5 individuals. At least one of the 5 is one of my best friends in the world.. At least that one's in the bag (I hope).. Thanks for the sentiments, though. Big week for me personally with the MRI tomorrow, driving out of town Thursday night and interviews for most of the day Friday.. I hope come the weekend I have great news to share with everyone.. ;)
Thanks!
Brian
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What I meant is that I prefer the back-to-back personal interviews. I had, I think, eight half-hour interviews with individuals, plus a group lunch.
I'm sure your friend is spreading good thoughts about you among his colleagues, and they will be predisposed to be impressed.
Sara
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Good luck with the tube of gloom - may your films be clean.
Good luck also with the interviews, son ;) Knock 'em dead ;D
Co-nagger Jan
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Wishing you the BEST on your interviews!! AND hope all comes out Great news on your MRI results!!
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Sara, Jan and Denise thanks!
Update again, the interviews were today and they were intense! I met with a total of 6 people in over the allotted time. Some were hard to read how they felt it went, but from my perspective they overall went well. I guess it's back to wait mode. I'll either get an offer or not. I've done what I can and can do no more except wait. Thanks again for everyone's thoughts, prayers and well wishes. I hope to hear something from them soon (next week?).
Regards,
Brian
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Pooter -
hope the news - when you get it - is good.
I may have to ask you for some interviewing tips in the very near future. Work is currently a horrendous nightmare and I think I'll be throwing my hat in the employment arena very shortly.
Jan
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Update again, the interviews were today and they were intense! I met with a total of 6 people in over the allotted time. Some were hard to read how they felt it went, but from my perspective they overall went well. I guess it's back to wait mode. I'll either get an offer or not. I've done what I can and can do no more except wait. Thanks again for everyone's thoughts, prayers and well wishes. I hope to hear something from them soon (next week?).
Thanks for the update, Brian. It seems as if you did well in the interviews and at this point, it's out of your hands, so your 'whatever will be, will be' attitude is a sensible one.
Of course, I hope you receive the job offer you want and that it all works out for you. Either way, you've done your best. I'll be looking for your post with the final result.
Jim
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Pooter -
hope the news - when you get it - is good.
I may have to ask you for some interviewing tips in the very near future. Work is currently a horrendous nightmare and I think I'll be throwing my hat in the employment arena very shortly.
Jan
Jan! Oh my gosh! I hope that you'll be throwing your hat into the employment arena by choice rather than the other way around. I'm not sure I can give you many tips. Hope it gets better!
Regards,
Brian
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Btw, thanks Jim and Donnalynn! No word yet, but it's still early after a holiday weekend.
Regards,
Brian
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anxiously awaiting news...
K ;D
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...fingers nervously drumming on the tabletop, waiting....
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...waiting...
Deb
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waiting with eyes crossed ( can't type if I cross fingers ) ... hope you hear something soon ... crossing my eyes for extended amount of time gives me a headache :)
hope you hear something soon
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Well ??? ??? ??? ???
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I just sent Brian a PM to tell him that he is causing havoc on the Forum as we all sit her with fingers, toes, eyes and whatever else crossed waiting to hear some news about the interview.
Brian, are you there????
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Still no news to report. Ugh! It sounds like I'm not the only one going crazy... ;)
Regards,
Brian
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well I am gonna uncross my eyes this evening , if that's OK... kids pooled money and borrowed $4 from me to buy Johny Depp's Alice In Wonderland and we are having MOVIE NIGHT because they say they will die ( ::) )before Friday if they have to wait ... I promise I will recross after movie is over
Hope things go well ... sometimes these things take time ... good luck
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It's official. I'm not moving to Austin any time soon. Thanks for the well wishes.
B
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Oh darn, well you tried and hopefully something that fits what you are looking for perfectly falls into your lap very soon. :)
Take care,
Liz
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Their loss!!!
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Pooter-
I am sorry for you but I think something EVEN BETTER will come along soon! Now we can get together!
K ;D
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Brian ~
I'm sorry this didn't beak your way. As a guy who used to have to 'audition' in order to get radio jobs and was often rejected or, worse yet, led to believe the job was 'in the bag' only to play the waiting game and then find out they hired someone else, I know the feeling of regret and frustration. However, at least you still have a job. I know you gave it your best shot. I'm sure you'll do even better, when the timing is right. Hang in there - and never give up.
Jim
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Dang, sorry to hear, Keep truckn! :)
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I hope that this does not come across as flippant, but I am feeling remarkably serene about this. Poot, I think it means it was not the right job for you, not that you were not the right one for the job.
Sara
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I'm with Saralynn.
Everything happens for a reason - which is why I got that acoustic neuroma in the first place ;D
Take heart, Pooter, the right thing will come your way sooner or later.
Jan
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And the hits just keep coming.... I heard from the Houston company a little while ago: Thanks, but no thanks.. For those of you keeping score: 0-2 (that's just the latest score, the real score is much worse)
Thanks everyone. Jan, word of advice: Don't ask me for interviewing tips because obviously I'm doing something wrong in mine. ;)
The silver lining is that the day is almost over finally.
Brian
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Hey Pooter,
It's been my experience that in your situation, something better is around the corner for you, so be ready for it!!!
All the best always,
Jackie
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The silver lining is that the day is almost over finally.
Oh, my Pooter.... the silver lining is... "when you least expect, it will happen....".... as it did for me last month... and as it will do for you..... we tout our "gut feelings" around here and my gut is telling me..... "sooner than later"....
Hang in there..... I do believe....
xoxo
Phyl
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Pooter -
if it's any consolation the economy still sucks. I don't think your interviewing skills are to blame.
My boss who was fired in May 2009 just found a job about a week ago.
Not sure where I'm at in this situation. On one hand, my current job pays the bills - on the other, the stress and frustration is killing me.
There's a job out there just waiting for you. You'll see.
Keep the faith!
Jan
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Ah sorry Brian, bigger and better things to come your way. Keep the faith ;)
Congrats Phyl, you got something last month? ??
Maureen
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I'm very sorry that you got two hits in the same day, but I am still confident that you will find the right job at the right time.
Meanwhile, I'm really glad you have a job. Check out this article: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/06/04/disturbing-job-ads-the-un_n_600665.html - I wonder if that includes new college graduates? My daughter just graduated magna cum laude and is finding very little to even apply for. (She is doing part-time temp work this summer for a state agency to pay for health insurance since she lost coverage through her dad's job the month she graduated and the coverage under the new health care bill is not mandatory until January.)
Sara
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Sara,
(HIGHJACK, sorry Brian)
Wow, congratulations on your daughter's achievements and I hope she finds a job soon. How frustrating. >:(
Our daughter also graduated from college ( not with credentials like your daughter!) with BS in Nutrition. Applied for dietetic internships, but wasn't "matched" to her choices, because there are not enough internships for the applicants! So she is living with Ma and Pa, working at the "Blazing Onion" restaurant (with kids, basically,) while she studies to take a test to be a Registered Dietitian Technician, which will give her experience, but pays squat (if she can find a job in THAT).
So frustrating. We have another son graduating next May in business.......Aaagghhh! I'm going to encourage him to go for his Master's right away. We're footing the bill for undergrad, he can do the grad stuff.
Anyway, tell your daughter she is not alone, as I'm sure she knows.
Maureen
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Pooter don't be too hard on yourself, it hard to find a job in these times and the competition is huge. Like I said before something will pop up and be a perfect fit for you, the dream job you've been waiting for.
Smile :)
Liz
Phyl, its so awesome to hear you have a new job, thanks for the update :D :D
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Brian ~
I'm sorry that the other job prospect fizzled, too. Although interview skills are important, I don't believe they always make or break your chances to land a job in a technical field. It took me years to hone my job interview skills but as a broadcaster, I was judged mostly on my talent and contributing factors, such as experience and voice quality. Unless I acted like an obnoxious jerk during an interview, I would usually get the job I applied for. However, in the radio D.J. business, the hiring decision is almost completely subjective. I was turned down for one radio gig I applied for (in Hartford) but six months later, a much bigger Hartford station (that paid way more) approached me (I never applied there) and pretty much offered me a radio show. I accepted and by doing so, immediately doubled my salary. It happens. I once had to turn down a lucrative radio show offer because the station was in another state and having been unemployed awhile, I simply couldn't afford to move and with a 3-year-old child, I wasn't going without my family. It killed me to say no to that good job, but I had no choice. Two months later, I landed a nice radio gig about a mile away from my home. I loved that job and stayed at that station for 11 years, a record for radio show longevity, for me. I like to say that I practically raised my son with the money that job paid.
All this reminiscing has a point...honest. Its meant to demonstrate that things have a way of working out for the best, even when it doesn't seem like it at the time.
As we all know too well, there are no guarantees in life - but I believe that if you work diligently, have integrity and are good at what you do things will eventually go well for you, if not exactly the way you expected. There are always new horizons and for a young man with salable skills (IT is a solid job field) you have a lot to look forward to in your career, even if it seems stymied, now. As Liz noted, the economy is tight and jobs are harder to come by. Employers can be highly selective (if not always prescient) but that will inevitably change and your chance to advance will surely arrive. As I stated in an earlier post: never give up.
Jim
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Sorry that things didn't pan out but something will come along