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Post by NancysSummerSip on Feb 3, 2016 11:47:35 GMT -5
Awesome! Go celebrate! Now send any good vibes you have left my way! And DQ's way! I am hurting for you and your family. to that. I'm not happy, but I know others have it far worse.
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TheHaitian
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 11:58:30 GMT -5
Sending good vibes that we all get jobs! *fingers crossed*
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Post by justme on Feb 3, 2016 11:59:21 GMT -5
Keep the interview. The relocation is an easy out to why you decline. Unless it's an amazing offer, you just thank them for their choosing you but after much deliberation with your wife it's not the time for relocating and you'll keep them in mind if that changes.
Or something like that.
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Post by GRG a/k/a goldenrulegirl on Feb 3, 2016 12:07:50 GMT -5
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Post by shanendoah on Feb 3, 2016 12:08:00 GMT -5
CONGRATULATIONS TheHaitian!
And I agree with the others - keep your HT interview. If they offer you that job, too, having another offer that doesn't require relocation is a perfectly reasonable reason to not take a position. They will understand and appreciate your professionalism, and it keeps doors open for future chances - because someday, your wife IS going to want to be closer to DC.
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Post by flamingo on Feb 3, 2016 12:15:31 GMT -5
Congrats, TheHaitian!! Hopefully your offer letter comes soon. I'm not a patient waiter, AT ALL, so I understand your frustration on that front. And I agree, keep the interview. You never know what will come of it, and what contacts you'll make from it. As long as you take it seriously, like you would any interview, it can only help you!
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Post by WholeLottaNothin on Feb 3, 2016 12:15:55 GMT -5
Congratulations, TheHaitian!!!
Very happy for you.
And I agree, keep the interview. It never hurts to have as many options as possible.
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Post by muttleynfelix on Feb 3, 2016 12:36:40 GMT -5
Congrats Carl!
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Post by NastyWoman on Feb 3, 2016 12:50:20 GMT -5
Drive by posting. Congratulations TheHaitian and yes do keep the interview next week.
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Post by NomoreDramaQ1015 on Feb 3, 2016 13:05:54 GMT -5
I agree with keeping the interview. I wish DH had done that with the dairy but he's old fashioned in that if you accept a job with company B then you do not proceed to interview with company A.
Hope he's learned his lesson with this OS fiasco. I used to feel the same way until BT happened. Now I don't give a crap, the only person who is looking out for me is me. It's none of their business if I am still looking, they'd drop me like it's hot if it suited their bottom line.
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Feb 3, 2016 13:08:45 GMT -5
I agree with keeping the interview. I wish DH had done that with the dairy but he's old fashioned in that if you accept a job with company B then you do not proceed to interview with company A. Hope he's learned his lesson with this OS fiasco. I used to feel the same way until BT happened. Now I don't give a crap, the only person who is looking out for me is me. It's none of their business if I am still looking, they'd drop me like it's hot if it suited their bottom line. Amen to that, and you are right. The only loyalty out there is the loyalty you have to yourself.
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Post by mojothehelpermonkey on Feb 3, 2016 13:13:18 GMT -5
Congratulations! Now you really can treat the upcoming interview like a mini vacation.
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 13:22:24 GMT -5
Congratulations! Now you really can treat the upcoming interview like a mini vacation. Lol that is what my wife is thinking. Unfortunately she still cannot go but we will probably do something that weekend since it is Valentine Day on Sunday. Maybe a quick getaway to Maine or Something...
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 13:23:12 GMT -5
Thank you everyone, I really appreciate all the support and good wishes! I am waiting on that offer letter
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 13:24:02 GMT -5
I agree with keeping the interview. I wish DH had done that with the dairy but he's old fashioned in that if you accept a job with company B then you do not proceed to interview with company A. Hope he's learned his lesson with this OS fiasco. I used to feel the same way until BT happened. Now I don't give a crap, the only person who is looking out for me is me. It's none of their business if I am still looking, they'd drop me like it's hot if it suited their bottom line. Triple Amen sista!!! You need to put your best interest first because no one else will! *fingers crossed for your husband*
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Post by andi9899 on Feb 3, 2016 13:33:13 GMT -5
Second interview went really well. The vision this guy has for his agency works with mine. I think it would be a good fit.
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Post by emma1420 on Feb 3, 2016 13:41:05 GMT -5
Thank you everyone, I really appreciate all the support and good wishes! I am waiting on that offer letter Did they tell you how long it would take before you get it?
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Post by NomoreDramaQ1015 on Feb 3, 2016 13:53:02 GMT -5
Phone interview went well with the company I mentioned. She wants DH to tweak his resume some before she presents it to the company, otherwise she thinks he sounds like a good fit.
He said it pays more than what OS did, that would be nice.
We'll see. Going to try to get things tweaked and back to him so he can submit it before the end of the day.
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 14:17:24 GMT -5
Thank you everyone, I really appreciate all the support and good wishes! I am waiting on that offer letter Did they tell you how long it would take before you get it? He said HR was working on it, trying to come up with a number, vacation days, personal time etc and to expect an offer by the end of the day! So that can be anywhere from now up till 5 PM. I keep on refreshing my email, checking junk mail waiting on the offer.... I NEED to know!!!
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 14:20:10 GMT -5
Phone interview went well with the company I mentioned. She wants DH to tweak his resume some before she presents it to the company, otherwise she thinks he sounds like a good fit. He said it pays more than what OS did, that would be nice. We'll see. Going to try to get things tweaked and back to him so he can submit it before the end of the day. Sounds good and promising... one thing with working with recruiters : it is in their best interest to get you hired and they will make sure you look as good as possible to the company! Fingers crossed and good luck to Mr. Drama
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 14:27:13 GMT -5
In other news, I just spent $200 on Max getting him a new flea/tick collar and the drops. Good thing it is only every 8 months. I was able to breathe easy spending that kind of money today.... I cancelled my brake replacements for this orning because I did not want to spend the $500 yet!
I forgot it was my little brother's birthday today, I cannot believe I forgot. But my mom called me and said: I know you have a lot on your mind but today is V birthday and he was sad he did not get a call from you this morning. Make sure you call him later after school.
Cannot believe my little brother is 14; just the other day I was changing his diapers... meaning my sister will be a teen in June! Lord help us!
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Post by Jaguar on Feb 3, 2016 14:55:32 GMT -5
Congrats Carl, that's freaking awesome news!
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Post by wvugurl26 on Feb 3, 2016 15:09:12 GMT -5
Congratulations Carl!!!! I'm sure your little brother would love a call after school.
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 15:28:47 GMT -5
Congratulations Carl!!!! I'm sure your little brother would love a call after school. You betcha....
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 15:41:05 GMT -5
Congrats Carl! what was discussed on salary with them? Did they request current salary, desired salary/salary range?? Is 65K assured? 3:38 PM and still no offer letter but he did say by the end of the day. 65K is basically the minimum I need to make to cover all our bills and get everything paid (and no need of second job). When I had the interview I told them my salary was 97K and when they asked for a desired salary I told them it depend on the overall package (401k match, vacation, profit sharing/stocks, etc)... not just 1 number which is the salary. So really I am hoping a slight increase from the 97k, am I wrong for hoping for 10%? Or really anything around that ballpark I am happy with and will not complain.
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Post by emma1420 on Feb 3, 2016 15:42:45 GMT -5
Congrats Carl! what was discussed on salary with them? Did they request current salary, desired salary/salary range?? Is 65K assured? 3:38 PM and still no offer letter but he did say by the end of the day. 65K is basically the minimum I need to make to cover all our bills and get everything paid (and no need of second job). When I had the interview I told them my salary was 97K and when they asked for a desired salary I told them it depend on the overall package (401k match, vacation, profit sharing/stocks, etc)... not just 1 number which is the salary. So really I am hoping a slight increase from the 97k, am I wrong for hoping for 10%? Or really anything around that ballpark I am happy with and will not complain. No you aren't wrong. And don't be afraid to negotiate just because you need the job. You have other interviews lined up. You have options.
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 15:58:09 GMT -5
3:38 PM and still no offer letter but he did say by the end of the day. 65K is basically the minimum I need to make to cover all our bills and get everything paid (and no need of second job). When I had the interview I told them my salary was 97K and when they asked for a desired salary I told them it depend on the overall package (401k match, vacation, profit sharing/stocks, etc)... not just 1 number which is the salary. So really I am hoping a slight increase from the 97k, am I wrong for hoping for 10%? Or really anything around that ballpark I am happy with and will not complain. No you aren't wrong. And don't be afraid to negotiate just because you need the job. You have other interviews lined up. You have options. I think me negotiating would give my wife a heart attack but I will definitely keep that in mind! She is still somewhat upset I did not take the BJ's offer of 70k when I started looking even though it would have been a paycut but I knew my work environment was toxic and I wanted to get the hell out. Oh well. *Fingers crossed and still waiting*
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Post by mojothehelpermonkey on Feb 3, 2016 16:12:22 GMT -5
I just finished applying for a contract manuscript editing job. I worked for the agency a few years ago and enjoyed the work. It just didn't pay enough and wasn't reliable enough to pay the bills back then. Now that we are getting ready to move, it would be the perfect job for me because I can do it from anywhere. I should have thought to reapply with them sooner. However, the application process was more intensive than it was before, so there may be more competition now. I am also a little worried that they may hold it against me that I quit after only working for them for a short time before. However, I did address why the job will be a better fit for me now in my cover letter. Also, it is contract work, so it is not like they were expecting me to stick around for a gold watch before anyway.
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Post by emma1420 on Feb 3, 2016 16:15:24 GMT -5
No you aren't wrong. And don't be afraid to negotiate just because you need the job. You have other interviews lined up. You have options. I think me negotiating would give my wife a heart attack but I will definitely keep that in mind! She is still somewhat upset I did not take the BJ's offer of 70k when I started looking even though it would have been a paycut but I knew my work environment was toxic and I wanted to get the hell out. Oh well. *Fingers crossed and still waiting* I think firebird has recommended Askamanager before, but I would really encourage you to look up negotiating in this situation on that website. It's full of great tips.
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Post by TheHaitian on Feb 3, 2016 16:33:47 GMT -5
I think me negotiating would give my wife a heart attack but I will definitely keep that in mind! She is still somewhat upset I did not take the BJ's offer of 70k when I started looking even though it would have been a paycut but I knew my work environment was toxic and I wanted to get the hell out. Oh well. *Fingers crossed and still waiting* I think firebird has recommended Askamanager before, but I would really encourage you to look up negotiating in this situation on that website. It's full of great tips. Thank you, I will make sure to check it out! 4:33 PM... still no offer
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