Interview in two weeks!

[Apple]

I'm a little scared, because I really need this job offer to happen, even though it's going to turn my life upside-down for a while.  I hate interviews.  I had a choice of over-the-phone, or in person, and chose the in-person interview.  They did state they can't cover the costs of travel, pay, etc, but they scheduled it on a Thursday (end of my work week), so that will work out perfect.  My job will cover my pay for the day (at first my supervisor was saying I'd have to use my own vacation time, but I pointed out they paid for one of the guys, so now they're going to pay for me... it's policy anyway, as long as the interview is with the same "agency".)

Also, found out this week that there is an investigator assigned for my EEO case finally.  However, local EEO has ignored another email I sent this week concerning some continuing issues, so not a lot of progress there.

Anyway, crossing my fingers I can finally escape the environment, and go where I can get a fresh start (I will know two guys there, but they are rooting for me, and it will be good to work with them again).  This week was more productive than any week since March, and was still many times less productive than any week in the last 13 years.  Sad, really.

I'm just looking forward to the chance to do my real job again.  I love the work itself (most of the time), but after the sexual harassment and being the one getting punished for it, even with proof, and no longer being allowed to do the work, well... I think I'll enjoy it even more, at least for a while.

The five hour drive each way on the weekends is going to suck, as is not being home full-time during my son's senior year, but if it makes me feel like a normal person again, it will be good for both of us.

Anyway, hopefully they like me for the job!

[Wisconsin Beth]

Good luck Apple!  There's some interview tips buried in the Job Hunt thread.  shanendoah might have a better guess at what pages that me. 

[gacpa]

We are keeping our fingers crossed and sending all the positive energy we can your way.  I hope this comes through for you.

[tskeeter]

I think the biggest thing is to put a positive spin on everything.  Looking for new challenges, a change of scenery.  Look forward to using past experience to, maybe, shed a different light on challenges in a new environment, etc.

Worth talking to your buds and asking what the bosses' biggest problems are, then trying to figure out how to work your awareness of the issues into the discussion, along with ways you might contribute to resolving the problems.  

[shanendoah]

Here's the link to the In Person Interview tips I put up on the Job Hunt thread.

[Jaguar]

Wishing you all the best.

[ken a.k.a OMK]

  Best wishes.

[flamingo]

I think tskeeter's advice is spot on. If you can get any inside info to help with the interview, that can go a long way. And even though it's weighing you down and depressing you, try to not focus on all the negatives of your current job situation. Your attitude about the situation will be important, and if you can put a positive spin on why you want to move there/get this job, that will be helpful.

Best of luck! You've got this

[joemilitary]

Best of luck....positive vibes for you

[mmhmm]

I sure hope this works out for you, apple! I'll have all my digits crossed!

[dannylion]

Sending good thoughts for a successful interview and the outcome you want!

[Anne_in_VA]

Good luck on your interview!  We're rooting for you.

[taz157]

Aug 7, 2015 15:37:21 GMT -5 gacpa said:

We are keeping our fingers crossed and sending all the positive energy we can your way.  I hope this comes through for you.

[GRG a/k/a goldenrulegirl]

You GOT this, Apple!!! 

You know the job, you are really good at the job, and, you WANT to DO the job.

That's all that matters. 

The crap from your old position does NOT have to follow you, nor should it.  

Rooting for you here in Massachusetts!!