Going for a job interview tomorrow...

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Apple
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Mar 16, 2011 10:13pm
Going on my first job interview tomorrow in what I can't remember how long! I have a job, but I came across this one on Monster and couldn't pass up the chance to send my resume. They responded and want to interview me.

Going in with confidence, experience and anticipation. It would mean a huge change and more money. I'm ready for this!
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wes_mantooth
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Mar 16, 2011 10:15pm
Good luck!
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dave
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Mar 16, 2011 10:17pm
yeah good luck. im sure you know this but make sure you know as much as possible about the company (history, mission, vision, competition, etc). one of the biggest mistakes i see.
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thedynasty1998
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Mar 16, 2011 10:18pm
Curious as to how you know it's more money? Was it mentioned on Monster or did you talk to the recruiter about that?

Anyways, good luck! Much easier going into an interview when you don't NEED the job.
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Mar 16, 2011 10:25pm
thedynasty1998;714647 wrote:Curious as to how you know it's more money? Was it mentioned on Monster or did you talk to the recruiter about that?

Anyways, good luck! Much easier going into an interview when you don't NEED the job.
$$$ weren't mentioned but it's obvious given the position compared to what I do now. Also, I've research their company and took notes from their website. I'm confident I understand history, vision, mission etc.
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Mar 16, 2011 10:35pm
Good luck, sir.
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Mar 16, 2011 10:39pm
When they ask about a time when you experienced some adversity, don't bring up your time as a professional gambler. They assume you are some degenerate and probably won't hire you.
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fan_from_texas
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Mar 16, 2011 10:42pm
Good luck!
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Mar 16, 2011 11:32pm
When they ask you if you have any questions, ask...Barbara Walters, Oprah, and your wife. Fuck one, marry one, kill one, GO!

In all seriousness, good luck. Hope it works out for the best.
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MontyBrunswick
Mar 16, 2011 11:43pm
cool story bro
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Pup
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Mar 16, 2011 11:53pm
Best of luck to you!
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Mar 17, 2011 12:03am
Will this new job bring you closer to/in Stark Co.?

:D
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THE4RINGZ
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Mar 17, 2011 12:29am
coyotes22;714814 wrote:Will this new job bring you closer to/in Stark Co.?

:D
If it does, send your kids to McKinley. At least the football team there wins games in Week 10.
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Mar 17, 2011 12:58am
Apple;714652 wrote:$$$ weren't mentioned but it's obvious given the position compared to what I do now. Also, I've research their company and took notes from their website. I'm confident I understand history, vision, mission etc.

Communicating confidence and knowledge in your abilities is key. When your prospective employer senses this and his ability to profit from it he will be more likely to compensate you accordingly. Though compensation is a top consideration, it does have its limits. The profitability that an employee brings is what matters. If your compensation is within reason of your prospective employers budget and you can communicate to him how your skill will profit him he will take the chance on the higher end. Good luck to you and I hope you get the compensation you are looking for.

On a side note. Make sure you use good grammar in your interview though. It does not matter here but it can in an interview. Just sayin.
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Mar 17, 2011 1:06am
majorspark;714843 wrote:Communicating confidence and knowledge in your abilities is key. When your prospective employer senses this and his ability to profit from it he will be more likely to compensate you accordingly. Though compensation is a top consideration, it does have its limits. The profitability that an employee brings is what matters. If your compensation is within reason of your prospective employers budget and you can communicate to him how your skill will profit him he will take the chance on the higher end. Good luck to you and I hope you get the compensation you are looking for.

On a side note. Make sure you use good grammar in your interview though. It does not matter here but it can in an interview. Just sayin.
He wasn't saying, "Money weren't mentioned." I'm sure it was intended to be, "Dollars weren't mentioned."
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Mar 17, 2011 1:15am
TBone14;714845 wrote:He wasn't saying, "Money weren't mentioned." I'm sure it was intended to be, "Dollars weren't mentioned."

I took it as money but now that you mention dollars it makes cents.
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Mar 17, 2011 1:18am
majorspark;714850 wrote:I took it as money but now that you mention dollars it makes cents.

Pun intended?
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Mar 17, 2011 1:22am
SportsAndLady;714854 wrote:Pun intended?

Yes.
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Mar 17, 2011 7:35am
Yes I meant Dollars (hence the the "$$$" signs)

Thanks for the well wishes to everyone and for the great advice. I got a good night's sleep and feel very good.

Coyotes... that would be sweet if it were up there wouldn't it?!?!? :)

Hopefully I picked a lucky day to do this!
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OneBuckeye
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Mar 17, 2011 8:06am
Hope you knock em dead. Then take em to the bank when they want to hire you.
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4cards
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Mar 17, 2011 8:13am
...best of luck today Apple.
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power i
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Mar 17, 2011 8:16am
Wait for kegs and eggs til after the interview. ;)
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Mar 17, 2011 8:27am
Best of luck. Let us all know how everything turns out.
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Gblock
Mar 17, 2011 8:39am
good luck.....tell them you want a retainer lol
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Mar 17, 2011 9:12am
Good luck!