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I Just Had My Phone Interview

Anonymous032819 — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:14:06 GMT

I should find out in two weeks whether I get the promotion or not.

I forgot how nerve-wracking interviews are!

It was a conference call with me, and the two interviewers, each in a different location.

I had notes with me, and I tried to answer as best I could, but I know that some of my answers sounded weak, at least, to me they did.

If nothing else, this was a learning experience for me, and even if I don't get the promotion, I'll know what to expect for the next time, and there will be a "next time".

There were five questions, and the whole thing took about 35 - 45 minutes.

At the end, I thanked them for taking the time out of their schedules, to at least consider me for the position, and I wished them a happy Thanksgiving.

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ID2 — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:16:09 GMT

Sounds like you did just fine. Good luck!

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mamaslittlepotato — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:17:21 GMT

It sounds like you did well, especially for it being your first phone interview. Also you ended the conversation very nicely. Good luck to you and I hope you get the job!

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Travone — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:17:27 GMT

Good luck to you. It sounds like you are going into this with a great attitude. One bit of advice, send them a thank you note. Does not need to be written, email will suffice. Thank them again and stress your fit for the job and your interest.

You never know, if it is between you and someone else, it may get you the job.

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Alison Wonderland — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:19:45 GMT

Good luck!

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NicksmomESQ — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:33:42 GMT

Good for you!! Best of luck!!

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chrystaltree — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:37:51 GMT

I'm sure you did performed well in the interview. We are always our own worse critics. Good luck! The hard part is over now.

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RetRN — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:38:56 GMT

I guess it may depend on whether or not attitude is a factor in the decision making process.

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tansy — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:39:41 GMT

Fingers crossed!

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Miss Pepsi — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:49:47 GMT

Sounds like you did great. More often than not we are harder on ourselves than others are.

I have been in many interviews in my life and the most difficult ones were phone interviews because you don't get to read the body language or have much of a personal connection.

I do wish you the best. You have an amazing outlook on all of this.

Happy Thanksgiving

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wildcat fan — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 20:58:43 GMT

Sending positive vibes your way! I hope it all works out the way you want it to.

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Anonymous032819 — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 21:04:40 GMT

I forgot to mention, before the call, my cat Cody came in to my bedroom (that's where I was for the interview), and I told him that I was expecting a very important call.

When I was on the phone, he hopped on to my bed and laid down on a pillow.

I'd like to think that he was there to give me moral support!

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KingstonsMom — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 21:06:57 GMT

@Anonymous032819

More good vibes from me!

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Preds — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 21:10:41 GMT

Still keeping fingers crossed for you!

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KingstonsMom — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 21:16:20 GMT

@Anonymous032819 wrote:
I forgot to mention, before the call, my cat Cody came in to my bedroom (that's where I was for the interview), and I told him that I was expecting a very important call.

When I was on the phone, he hopped on to my bed and laid down on a pillow.

I'd like to think that he was there to give me moral support!

@Anonymous032819

Awww, you know Cody was there to be your 'good luck charm'!

How sweet!

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Lilysmom — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 21:55:20 GMT

@Anonymous032819 , you have the right attitude about this interview. Good practice, use it for personal growth. Sending you best wishes for a successful outcome! LM

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Lisa Y — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:13:43 GMT

I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you. 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

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proudlyfromNJ — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:16:01 GMT

Good Luck!

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dulwich — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:33:40 GMT

@Anonymous032819 Congratulations on getting through your first telephone interview. I think regular face to face ones are bad but phone ones nerve racking too.

Sounds like you did good though, fingers crossed for you big cuddle to your cat!

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VaBelle35 — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:50:51 GMT

I'm glad it went well from your perspective.

Remember that in terms of an internal position, just interviewing with people and getting your name out there and letting people know you are interested in promotion opportunities is helpful to you for other positions, if you are not selected for this one.

The best business advice I ever got was to always have an interview outfit ready to go and go on at least one interview every year to keep your skills up.