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Posted by TexasChic on December 1, 2008, at 17:39:26
It went really well. There are some good points and bad points about the job. The bad points are: low pay (for a graphic artist, but still better pay than a retail job) and its kind of long drive out in the boonies. Good points: its a job!!!, the people seemed really nice (its a small family run business), the job itself seems fairly easy, and they need someone to start right away (they said they should make a decision by Wednesday). They seemed to like me and seemed pretty confident I was capable of doing the job (I'm pretty much over qualified). We sat and talked about 30 or more minutes, and I talked to the son who worked there too (he seemed to 'hang around' while they were interviewing me). A girl came in to interview after me, and as I was sitting in my car doing some stuff, I saw her come out again - so they didn't talk to her very long. Oh, they also have two big dogs that stay on the property, which they said tend to sleep under the desk I would sit at (luckily I'm an animal lover, they were really sweet dogs too). They also said I would be working with all men (the three women work in the next building, not too far). So its out in the country with all men and a couple of dogs. Hmmm, might be interesting... or boring, I'm not sure. I actually wouldn't mind a nice boring job after some of the ones I've had lately.
I have one other place that sounds promising, its closer and pays better. I'm supposed to call back in two weeks (they're not hiring until Jan). So we'll see how all this goes. I've been getting pretty discouraged lately, I'll definitely feel better when I get a job. I feel strangely out of touch with the world since I haven't been working. I guess cause I don't do anything else. So wish me luck folks!
-T
Posted by Partlycloudy on December 1, 2008, at 17:45:12
In reply to Interview today!, posted by TexasChic on December 1, 2008, at 17:39:26
I hope you get the job you want.
I have been hiding under my rock. It's dark and damp here, but I feel safe.pc
Posted by TexasChic on December 1, 2008, at 18:00:39
In reply to Re: Interview today! » TexasChic, posted by Partlycloudy on December 1, 2008, at 17:45:12
That's okay, I've been hiding under my rock too. I thought I might ought to come out and speak to a few people though so I'm not forgotten. Its really good to hear from you - fellow rock living buddy.
-T
Posted by Angela2 on December 1, 2008, at 19:41:24
In reply to Interview today!, posted by TexasChic on December 1, 2008, at 17:39:26
Good Luck!! Sounds like an interesting job. I'll cross my fingers for you.
Posted by Kath on December 1, 2008, at 22:01:24
In reply to Re: Interview today!, posted by Angela2 on December 1, 2008, at 19:41:24
Hope you get the job TC. At this point it'd be a job - right? You can always change at some point in the future if you wanted to.
PC - sorry you're so down. Wish there were something I could do, but you are in my thoughts, as is TC.
xoxoxoxo's to both luv, Kath
Posted by no_rose_garden on December 1, 2008, at 22:36:01
In reply to Interview today!, posted by TexasChic on December 1, 2008, at 17:39:26
Sounds promising TC...I like the dogs...as long as they're not smelly.
Let us know how things turn out!
Posted by Bobby on December 1, 2008, at 22:50:14
In reply to Interview today!, posted by TexasChic on December 1, 2008, at 17:39:26
I sending all the good luck I can muster. The continuing saga/suspense has left me with an inablility to hold my breath for very long--but I'm most definitely crossing my fingers for you. I know there's something out there for you if you can hold out--the odds are in your favor.... you seem to be passionate about your work---and that's a very marketable trait.
Posted by Dinah on December 1, 2008, at 22:56:40
In reply to Interview today!, posted by TexasChic on December 1, 2008, at 17:39:26
Small companies have their own charms. And dogs would definitely be one of them.
I'll keep my fingers and toes crossed.
Posted by TexasChic on December 2, 2008, at 8:00:21
In reply to Re: Interview today! » TexasChic, posted by Dinah on December 1, 2008, at 22:56:40
You guys are great! I really appreciate all the support I get here. It means the world to me!
-T
Posted by Phillipa on December 2, 2008, at 12:50:07
In reply to Thank you everyone!, posted by TexasChic on December 2, 2008, at 8:00:21
Better late than never T Great luck to you also. How do you feel about it today? Love Phillipa
Posted by TexasChic on December 2, 2008, at 22:38:58
In reply to Re: Thank you everyone! » TexasChic, posted by Phillipa on December 2, 2008, at 12:50:07
Thanks P! Its not the best of all possible jobs, but I would be thrilled to get it. Steady employment that doesn't involve harassment would have me tickled pink at this point.
-T
Posted by TexasChic on December 3, 2008, at 18:29:24
In reply to Re: Thank you everyone!, posted by TexasChic on December 2, 2008, at 22:38:58
I'm never going to get a freaking job.
-T
Posted by Kath on December 3, 2008, at 18:42:47
In reply to No word yet, posted by TexasChic on December 3, 2008, at 18:29:24
Ah TC - you sound so discouraged & I can understand why.
I'm sure something will happen hun.
Don't know if you believe in the Law of Attraction stuff. They say to do the 'self-talk' thing of acting as if it's already happened. Or it ya can't quite do that, do as close as you can.
"I love it that I'm in the process of getting a great job"
But you know - I would find it hard to do that. You'd already had disappointments & it can be pretty hard to be positive as a result.
I'm "in your corner" - sending out "good job" vibes....or actually "a job" vibes right now.
luv you, Kath
Posted by TexasChic on December 3, 2008, at 18:54:31
In reply to Re: No word yet » TexasChic, posted by Kath on December 3, 2008, at 18:42:47
Thanks, I'm just feeling discouraged right now. On a positive note, I have an interview with a staffing agency Friday. Its one I've been trying to get in with for a while now. They seem to have a lot of good graphic jobs, so maybe that will pan out. And the one I interviewed for on Monday is still a possibility. So, I'm hanging in there, just feeling down right now. Thanks for the support.
-T
Posted by Kath on December 3, 2008, at 19:01:41
In reply to Re: No word yet » Kath, posted by TexasChic on December 3, 2008, at 18:54:31
& tea in mugs.
I can understand you feeling discouraged.
(((((((((((((((((((TC))))))))))))))))))
I hope you can do little things that are nice/nurturing. luv, Kath
Posted by TexasChic on December 5, 2008, at 22:01:02
In reply to Love + hugs.......... » TexasChic, posted by Kath on December 3, 2008, at 19:01:41
I went to an appointment with a staffing agency that specializes in my line of work. They seemed a lot more professional than the one I went to a few weeks back (and have heard nothing from since). So I'm feeling pretty good about them. They have this thing on their website where they highlight certain candidates for potential employers to view, and they asked me to be one of them. So now I have to write something about myself to catch the eye of potential employers. I thought that sounded pretty cool.
While I was out and about, I decided to stop by the place I had called last week who seems like a good job, they're just not hiring until mid January. Anyway, I introduced myself and spoke to the owner awhile, and he seemed impressed that I had taken the initiative to stop by. Also, I had researched him and his company online, and was able to make some intelligent comments about his recently combining with another small company. He seemed pretty impressed about that too. So that turned out good too.
After I got home I called a couple of places the last guy I worked for referred me to (I had misplaced the piece of paper it was written on, but finally found it again). Neither was hiring, but one guy asked me to send him my resume, and said he knew of a few people he could pass it along to that may be looking. So that made me feel good too.
Finally, I called my Mom to ask her for another loan, which she agreed to. I didn't want to do it because she is getting a cash advance off her credit card. It makes me feel guilty even though I plan to pay it back including the interest. She just has so little I feel bad taking anything from her. But she keeps saying I'm the one who has always helped out everyone else (my brother, my sister, my nephew). But I still feel bad, I don't know why. I guess I just want to be able to take care of myself.
I've been off my meds about a week or two, so I know that's effecting my feelings. I'm trying to get some help with that, but it takes time.
Thanks everyone for your support. It helps so much!
-T
Posted by Kath on December 6, 2008, at 16:49:39
In reply to Accomplished some things today..., posted by TexasChic on December 5, 2008, at 22:01:02
Hi TC - such greats news!!!
I love it that you're going to be hilighted!!!
You are VERY proactive & it's gotta pay off eventually.
I'm sorry you're having to ask your Mom for help. I hear ya that it feels uncomfortable.
I am, as you know, a Mom. :-)
I LOVE being able to help my daughter. She tries her best & is very responsible & does not ask unless she really really needs help. I love it when she does reach out.
Please try to 'internalize' what your Mom said to you about you always being there for your family. And also, sometimes it feels really good to be able to give to a person who has done a lot of good. Sounds like this is one of those times when your Mom is getting a chance to give back the good that you've done for your family!
I hope there's a part of you that can accept that. I understand that you want to be independent & be able to stand on your own. That will happen, I'm sure.
I am really impressed with your proactiveness & with the way you bounce back when you get dealt a rough 'hand'.
much love, Kath xoxo
Posted by TexasChic on December 6, 2008, at 18:00:43
In reply to Re: Accomplished some things today... » TexasChic, posted by Kath on December 6, 2008, at 16:49:39
Thanks Kath! Your words make me feel better. I guess I worry about being self sufficient. It took me a long time and a lot of work just to get where I am. Just having a normal life has always been my goal, and I've had to work hard for it.
I've also always had a hard time managing money, so I guess that's part of why I'm so freaked out about borrowing a large sum from my Mom. But I know I will pay it back, there's no question there.
Anyway, I guess I'm starting to not feel so guilty and instead feel relieved that things are taken care of. Thanks so much for you support!
-T
Posted by Kath on December 6, 2008, at 18:31:43
In reply to Re: Accomplished some things today... » Kath, posted by TexasChic on December 6, 2008, at 18:00:43
It sounds like you're feeling better about things. I'm really glad.
This is just a 'blip' in your self-sufficiency.
Keep us up to date okay?
hugs, Kath
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