Do you know the feeling of wanting something so bad that you would go all out to get it? Even if it means sacrificing your sleep, racing against bad traffic or spending ridiculous amount on fine suits?
Well, I didn’t have any of those feelings. In fact, I felt the whole interview was poor by my standard. Too many grammatical errors and hesitations were made that I thought I should really spank myself for giving such performance.
I had no excuse for not delivering my finest act. Well, maybe I did. I wasn’t sure the role suits me and pretty convinced that I didn’t have the skill and experience. A day before the meeting, I browsed the company’s website and saw the role advertised, clearly wanting someone from similar background.
So imagine my reaction when the Director asked, “why should we offer you this job?”
I didn’t have a clue on how to response as I was uncertain if this path was right for me. Still, I tried to give a realistic answer to the question as what any other candidates would do.
When the opportunity arose, it was my turn to shoot questions which took both of the interviewers by surprise. There I was, counter-arguing why I wasn’t fit for the role and demanded an explanation from them for wanting to see me when there was nothing on my resume which suggested I had the right recipe.
The HR manager then explained that they had interviewed a dozen candidates who met the requirements but somehow, none of them fit the bill. The role has been advertised for more than two months that it was time to look at things from a different angle, hence me in the picture.
The meeting which took place on Thursday afternoon only lasted for half an hour, cut by me of course as it was time to fetch the young lady from school. Throughout the weekend, the scene kept playing inside my head just like a faulty tape player, highlighting the moments where I made myself a fool.
Today, shortly before 10 o’clock in the morning, I received a phone call from the HR girl. I have a second interview with the CFO this week.
Unbelievable!
And I am still not convinced that I am the right ‘man’ for the role.
6 comments:
Woo Hoo!! I think your manner which was perhaps 'off guard' and relaxed (hence, the slight mistakes) was what they were looking for. Well done & good luck babes!! ;)
When we least expected it, we actually made an impression, don't you think? ;)
im sure you did well during the interview, probably your dressing (and ring) gave you extra brownie points ;)
good luck with the next interview!
ps:i havent been dropping comments - always in a rush and busy with nothing really!
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LOL! I suppose my lack of preparation was something new to them. It was still a good interview experience as the last one I had was 4 1/2 years ago. Plus, I havent been 'socialising', another factor for being soooo off!
Momster,
I believe the mention of my love for Harry Potter captured the interviewers' attention, among other things. At the end of the meeting, he said "well, this was really unexpected", with a huge grin.
Maybe I should talk about cooking and baking in future interviews. :D
IDB,
Oh, I added another bling2 while on holiday in Msia. Perhaps both gave me the points I badly needed. :D
I am finally on superfast broadband and can leave comments with ease. Previously I had to click comment box many times!
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