Three very looooooong days. Still no news...
The interview felt like it went well. I'm a deep reflector by nature and with the insight of hindsight this sometimes brings, I invariably think of things I could have done differently and improved on. But I honestly don't think that on the day I could have done much better. The presentation went beautifully and I then had to answer ten questions asked by a panel of three senior managers. It was rigorous and testing, just as one would expect it to be and I hoped that I'd managed to convince them of both my competence and my passion for the post. I suspect now though that it might not have been enough, and that I was out-performed on the day by one of the other five candidates.
It's true I still don't know and there's always room for hope under those circumstances but I don't think this delayed response bodes well (was told 24-48 hours for the decision) and am now preparing for disappointment. Why? Good news is easy to share over the 'phone and I think I'd have heard by now. Bad news, better delivered face to face. And I've been invited to a meeting in the morning...
Either way, the decision that's delivered tomorrow closes down certain paths and presents others. I was hoping for this particular route and am not denying that I'll be very upset if it doesn't happen because I'm excited by the prospect of the role and I put a lot of preparation and effort into jumping through the recruitment hoops - no concessions made for my being an internal candidate with a good track record (the only one invited to interview), except that the online application form was pre-populated with my contact details. But, if it's the hard path I'm forced to consider, I'll take it. Nothing hasty, and I'm not sure of which direction I'll explore next, but all I really know for sure is that I need to be walking a path away from where I am now.
Tomorrow, when I know the outcome for sure, I'll be back. And there may be some tears. But not too many and not for long. Regrets don't serve me well.
I'm most looking forward to the relief of just knowing, and then relaxing and catching up on some email and lovely blog reading tomorrow evening. I've missed visiting all my favourite spaces. A lot.
Right now though, after a long journey home, I'm choosing the bubble bath and cosy bed path.... Good night!
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16 comments:
You sound really grounded and prepared to take positive action regardless of the decision. Hope you sleep well tonight knowing that you have a meeting in the morning. I have fingers on both hands crossed for you. Good luck!!
Holding thumbs and sending waves of positive thoughts. I do so hope you get exactly what you want and need. Sleep well Kenda and wake feeling replenished......while I sit on the edge of my chair :-)
Oh, I'm totally pulling for ya! That had to be grueling and difficult, but you did your best, and it sounds like it was a pretty strong performance. Good luck!!!
Sending good positive vibes from the Southern hemisphere. The whales are rooting for you too! And the important thing is, whether you get this position or not, you have made a Decision, and taken a Step in the direction that you want to go!! Now just go forward, dear girl, forward ...
Thinking of you. Thanks so much for sharing the process!
hoping for the best for you, my friend. I hope it's the news you are hoping for. if not, know that something better is just on the horizon. extra xo's!
if they've invited you to meeting, that could be a really good sign! I interviewed for a job once and they took a long time getting back to me. When I finally heard back I was informed that it was so close between me and another candidate, and that they needed to schedule a follow up interview with each of us.
I know that whatever happens you will be ok, but don't assume that it is all over yet! I'm sure you performed very well in your interview/presentation. Good luck!!
Kenda - no matter what path you take, you will make it lovely. And I don't doubt that it will be walking away from where you are now...
Walking beside you, my friend!
Oh my...it is what it is...and will be what it will...whatever- you will be OK and if it does not work out there is a good reason, I am sure...My candle is burned down to a nub but still flickering!
ha ha "dweed" is my verification word.
Sleep well, and I'm hoping to read beautiful news here tomorrow. But I'm so gladd to see you're even open minded to walk the hard path. We will be here to lift you up if only we can do so little. Sweet hugs. Still things do feel GOOD for me... so really I hope my feelings are pretty okay here...
best wishes your way...knowing that the path presented is the path that's meant to be...
Thinking of you and wishing you well. I'm a firm believer though that it will all come good in the end whatever the result.
Have a great weekend.
"regrets don't serve me well" so very true! yearning for you to hear good news so you can walk down the next path
i like so much the way you think, kendalee. i get rather frantic and irrational when i don't know what the outcome is going to be, especially when the decision is beyond my control. your perspective on this situation is healthy and wise and says a lot about your character. if this position isn't meant to be, i have no doubt you will find the right spot.
enjoy your weekend - you've certainly earned it!
still no news??
I am rooting for you. I'm on your side no matter what the outcome. I'm sure you did very well.
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