Post MBA Job
It’s been a while since I made an update to the blog, and I apologize for that. I have had a hell of a time finding a job… that’s not to say that it’s finding a job is hard, but I guess more specifically- it’s the right job that’s elusive. A couple of false starts would have gotten me down if I had any less spirit and optimism, I might have gotten discouraged, but I applied the methodology and process of finding a job, and stuck with it.
First- the false starts and processes:
The false starts included a company where the CEO and I had a great rapport. He made me an offer, then he changed the offer to a contract which he assured me would flip into a permanent role in the new year (this was early December). Three days later- he said he had a talk with his management team, and they overruled him- they want someone with more sector experience.
Another one- a completely bizarre one- I had 3 interviews and they were clearly excited and thought it was a great fit, but before they make an offer, they be perfectly sure that we were all on the same page. So they asked for a quick project consisting of a paper just outlining what I’d do in my tenure in the role. I spent a few days on it, not a big deal, and sent it on. They got back to me quickly saying they were very impressed, and it was exactly what they had in mind as far as the role and duties and goals were. At this point- given the context I’m thinking “Great. Next meeting- they’re giving me an offer!” and we schedule an interview for the following Wednesday when the CEO is in town from London. Just to be sure, I send an email asking “What are the next steps for the application?” thinking the answer would be “We’re giving you an offer” or “We’re squaring things away with bookkeeping so we can scrounge up the money for your salary.” Or even “We’re looking at one last other candidate- it might come down to a death match… will advise soon. Thanks for your patience!” but no- their response was “We’re meeting in town with Vendors, and we’ll get back to you regarding time and place after we confirm with them.”
So- the next Monday comes around and no word from them. Next Tuesday comes around- the day before the interview is supposed to take place, and still nothing, so I call and it goes through to voice mail after the receptionist transfers me. So- I send an email… and no response. Over the next few days and week, I called a number of times, despite the assurance from the receptionist that the CEO knows I’ve been trying to get in touch. And the emails all remain unanswered- as if thrown into some bottomless void.
It’s now been over a month later- and I still haven’t heard from them! I gave up trying.
And another company- we had a few good interviews and they give me an offer over email detailing the role and the goals and objectives of the role. I send an email back agreeing to the role and goals and asking for the compensation package they’re offering. That was over a week and a half ago and I didn’t hear from them again.
It’s now down to 2 jobs I’ve gotten offers for. Both are amazing dream jobs that I’d be very very happy in. I’ll have to make a tough decision, but I’ll be sure to inform you, kind bloggites of my decision and details on both jobs and my final decision and the reason I chose which I chose.
First- the false starts and processes:
- liI never passed up an opportunity to interview for a position, even if it was something I wasn’t sure would be a right fit- it can’t hurt to meet new people and expand my network.
- It also provided the opportunity to practice my interviewing skills, so I would appear relaxed and smooth when in an interview in an interview I want and the heat’s on. OK- I’ll never be smooth, but… smooth for me.
The false starts included a company where the CEO and I had a great rapport. He made me an offer, then he changed the offer to a contract which he assured me would flip into a permanent role in the new year (this was early December). Three days later- he said he had a talk with his management team, and they overruled him- they want someone with more sector experience.
Another one- a completely bizarre one- I had 3 interviews and they were clearly excited and thought it was a great fit, but before they make an offer, they be perfectly sure that we were all on the same page. So they asked for a quick project consisting of a paper just outlining what I’d do in my tenure in the role. I spent a few days on it, not a big deal, and sent it on. They got back to me quickly saying they were very impressed, and it was exactly what they had in mind as far as the role and duties and goals were. At this point- given the context I’m thinking “Great. Next meeting- they’re giving me an offer!” and we schedule an interview for the following Wednesday when the CEO is in town from London. Just to be sure, I send an email asking “What are the next steps for the application?” thinking the answer would be “We’re giving you an offer” or “We’re squaring things away with bookkeeping so we can scrounge up the money for your salary.” Or even “We’re looking at one last other candidate- it might come down to a death match… will advise soon. Thanks for your patience!” but no- their response was “We’re meeting in town with Vendors, and we’ll get back to you regarding time and place after we confirm with them.”
So- the next Monday comes around and no word from them. Next Tuesday comes around- the day before the interview is supposed to take place, and still nothing, so I call and it goes through to voice mail after the receptionist transfers me. So- I send an email… and no response. Over the next few days and week, I called a number of times, despite the assurance from the receptionist that the CEO knows I’ve been trying to get in touch. And the emails all remain unanswered- as if thrown into some bottomless void.
It’s now been over a month later- and I still haven’t heard from them! I gave up trying.
And another company- we had a few good interviews and they give me an offer over email detailing the role and the goals and objectives of the role. I send an email back agreeing to the role and goals and asking for the compensation package they’re offering. That was over a week and a half ago and I didn’t hear from them again.
It’s now down to 2 jobs I’ve gotten offers for. Both are amazing dream jobs that I’d be very very happy in. I’ll have to make a tough decision, but I’ll be sure to inform you, kind bloggites of my decision and details on both jobs and my final decision and the reason I chose which I chose.
posted by Mike at 2/19/2007 01:04:00 p.m.
