Tuesday, December 12 at 10 am is when my interview in Chicago is set for. I'm excited. I have my fights booked and my hotel room reserved. Now I just have to be patient for another two weeks. At least I have those two I weeks to prepare myself. So any advice would be greatly appreciated. I'm just so glad they finally got back to me. I was beginning to wonder if they ever would, but they did, so my anxiety level has dropped some. I'm more excited than anything. I can't wait to show them why I am the best possible candidate.
Congratulations, Joe. One step closer.
ReplyDeleteI have 2 pieces of advice:
1) Just be your wonderful self. It's exhausting to pretend, and it cannot work in the long run. You want them to want the real you.
2) Don't hesitate to question anything about the position that concerns you including the salary. This is a step up the ladder with more responsibilities. Chicago is a larger and more expensive place to live than what you are used to. If you aren't comfortable with the figure quoted, calmly and politely explain your reasons, but be prepared not to get your way. :)
As always, the best of luck. <3
Good luck Joe
ReplyDeleteThe final thing you should do is say the following:
ReplyDeleteI would like to thank you for taking the time to interview me for this position. I am ready to start this job next week. I respectfully and humbly ask that I be given this job.
I learned this from an online interview course and this was the reason I got hired for my current job.
Good Luck!
ReplyDeleteJoe, I am glad for you that they finally set the interview up. My suggestion is that you show yourself to be pro-active, i.e. that you have innovative ideas about developing the position.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations again. On a lighter note, if you have bought a new overcoat and suit, why not new shirt, tie and underwear! Roderick
Congrats. Breath. And be yourself. Trust me I have interviewed dozens of folks. Those who are themselves stand out the best. Look for opportunities to relay what YOU can do for them. Find ways to insert that YOU know who they are and what they do. Once again be yourself and you will do fine.
ReplyDeleteYou're going in close to the holidays. They don't seem to be fast movers on decisions, so don't get too worried if you don't hear from them before end of the year. Though I always ask what they're optimal timeline would be. (pat answers are: "yesterday" or "when we find the right person")
ReplyDeleteWith all due respect to Anonymous, any interviewee who did not want to give two weeks notice was automatically eliminated. Any employer of merit would appreciate the respect. Also, two words: eye contact. Practice in a mirror or with a friend.
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ReplyDeleteMe again-I read the comment about salary. Don't mention salary. Let them bring it up. You may have already discussed salary because they would not want to waste your time and fly you out if the salary was not in the range of your expectation. One may have waded in the water of salary and in-person is when we get down to brass tacks. Just in case do your research.
ReplyDeleteKnow what the job will pay. Does not have to be exact. Seek out one of those calculators online that tells you the cost of living from one local to another with your job title and current salary. This will keep you on track. Always give a range and state salary as negotiable. It is always wise to ask for more but don't get crazy about it. They may low ball you. Also keep in mind benefits-medical, vacation, holidays... Organizations may give extra days off or other benefits to offset actual salary. Remember once they talk turkey, you got them. It's just a matter if they can afford you.
I've not commented on your blog before, but have followed your journey for a while. It sounds like this is a job you're very interested in so I hope the interview goes well. I live in the West Chicago suburbs (moved here about a year-and-a-half ago) and if you end up making the move, I can offer some suggestions. But if snow's a problem - better look elsewhere! :)
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