I need some positive waves

  • Whiskerkev
    Madison
    Posts: 3835
    #1278871

    Some of my close friends on here know I’ve been looking for a new job for a while. I have a good job now but the pay has diminished and the work has quadrupled. I got the word last week that I am a finalist for a new one. The second interview is today. So I am trying to harness the power of positive thinking so I can do a good presentation of my skills to some very high level people. The new job pays 15K more than I bring in now. My wife and I had twins right before the depression hit and we are struggling to stay above water. I know some are struggling way more than we are but thanks in advance.

    Buzz
    Minneapolis MN
    Posts: 1772
    #1098838

    Positive energy sent. I don’t think any of us expected that jobs would be so hard to get. But, folks are still getting hired everyday. Hope it goes well.

    kooty
    Keymaster
    1 hour 15 mins to the Pond
    Posts: 18101
    #1098840

    Good luck!!

    dfresh
    Fridley, MN
    Posts: 3053
    #1098841

    Hey best of luck to you Kev!

    mossydan
    Cedar Rapids, Iowa
    Posts: 7727
    #1098845

    Inform them of how accurate your skills are and make sure they understand what your saying. Keep it well informed and to the point with a good tone of voice, good luck.

    jiggin-rake
    inver grove heights, minnesota
    Posts: 857
    #1098846

    Good luck!!!

    Mike Stephens
    WI.
    Posts: 1722
    #1098848

    It’s your day to shine Kev, break a leg and best of luck to you.

    Brian Klawitter
    Keymaster
    Minnesota/Wisconsin Mississippi River
    Posts: 59944
    #1098853

    Leave the Sonny’s Blood at home…good luck!

    Joel Ballweg
    Sauk City, Wisconsin
    Posts: 3295
    #1098864

    Go get-em Kev!
    Positive, can do attitudes go a along way.

    beck
    Menomonie, WI
    Posts: 90
    #1098870

    Best of luck Kev.

    t-ellis
    Colorado Springs, CO
    Posts: 1316
    #1098871

    Positive thinking is good, a “can do” attitude is even better. During the interview and discussion find a problem or issue they have needing a solution and sell yourself on how you will be that solution to their problem or issue. Its a highly effective selling technique called solution based selling and you are the BEST product for the situation. Good luck.

    chamberschamps
    Mazomanie, WI
    Posts: 1089
    #1098873

    Dress for the occasion.
    Turn cell phone off.
    Go to the bathroom right before the interview so your not uncomfortable.
    Good strong body language-don’t fidget or act nervous if you can help it. Keep good posture.
    Smile and have a positive attitude.
    Try to connect with the interviewer without sucking up.
    Don’t ever bash your current/previous employer or position, those are your references.
    Firm hand shake.
    Make eye contact when speaking or being spoken to.
    Be confident in what you’re selling (you).
    Speak deliberately. Say what needs to be said without rambling.
    Focus on your goal.
    Close by thanking the interviewer for their time.

    These all seem common sense, particularly for someone who’s been interviewing a lot lately, but its nice to have a reminder.

    Best wishes Kevin and good luck. Keep thinking that you are the MOST qualified candidate for the job.

    t-ellis
    Colorado Springs, CO
    Posts: 1316
    #1098875

    Quote:


    Dress for the occasion.
    Turn cell phone off.
    Go to the bathroom right before the interview so your not uncomfortable.
    Good strong body language-don’t fidget or act nervous if you can help it. Keep good posture.
    Smile and have a positive attitude.
    Try to connect with the interviewer without sucking up.
    Don’t ever bash your current/previous employer or position, those are your references.
    Firm hand shake.
    Make eye contact when speaking or being spoken to.
    Be confident in what you’re selling (you).
    Speak deliberately. Say what needs to be said without rambling.
    Focus on your goal.
    Close by thanking the interviewer for their time.

    These all seem common sense, particularly for someone who’s been interviewing a lot lately, but its nice to have a reminder.

    Best wishes Kevin and good luck. Keep thinking that you are the MOST qualified candidate for the job.


    Great advice!

    jon_jordan
    St. Paul, Mn
    Posts: 10908
    #1098876

    Good Luck!

    -J.

    suzuki
    Woodbury, Mn
    Posts: 18095
    #1098892

    Positivity your way.

    Whiskerkev
    Madison
    Posts: 3835
    #1098897

    You guys are awesome.

    mplspug
    Palmetto, Florida
    Posts: 25025
    #1098904

    That’s a positive wave. Get it?

    Good luck!

    bzzsaw
    Hudson, Wi
    Posts: 3428
    #1075755

    Good luck.

    wade
    Cottage Grove, MN
    Posts: 1737
    #1098909

    Quote:


    Quote:


    Dress for the occasion.
    Turn cell phone off.
    Go to the bathroom right before the interview so your not uncomfortable.
    Good strong body language-don’t fidget or act nervous if you can help it. Keep good posture.
    Smile and have a positive attitude.
    Try to connect with the interviewer without sucking up.
    Don’t ever bash your current/previous employer or position, those are your references.
    Firm hand shake.
    Make eye contact when speaking or being spoken to.
    Be confident in what you’re selling (you).
    Speak deliberately. Say what needs to be said without rambling.
    Focus on your goal.
    Close by thanking the interviewer for their time.

    These all seem common sense, particularly for someone who’s been interviewing a lot lately, but its nice to have a reminder.

    Best wishes Kevin and good luck. Keep thinking that you are the MOST qualified candidate for the job.


    Great advice!


    Good luck, also, don’t forget to close the sale with, telling them you want the job….

    armchairdeity
    Phoenix, AZ, formerly from the NW 'Burbs, Minneapolis, MN, USA
    Posts: 1620
    #1098913

    In a huge twist of irony, it takes a strong man to turn to his friends for moral support.

    You just gotta hang in in there, dude… it’ll work out, but you gotta keep your chin up.

    My fingers are crossed for you, sir.

    jerrj01
    Hudson, WI
    Posts: 1547
    #1098928

    Good luck and let us know how it goes. And regardless learn from the interview for the next one if needed.

    jeff_huberty
    Inactive
    Posts: 4941
    #1098944

    ++++++++++++ +++++++++++++

    Good luck

    Whiskerkev
    Madison
    Posts: 3835
    #1098955

    I think it came off pretty well. Now the waiting game begins. I was a wrestler in high school and that quit thing just doesn’t seem to fit into my vocabulary. Luckily my good buddy John is taking me fishing tomorrow in his brand new sled. I met him on here and he is now one of my best friends. Here is a nice double for everyone’s trouble.

    mplspug
    Palmetto, Florida
    Posts: 25025
    #1098963

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    Good luck



    Aw, I like yours better.

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