Well, that went badly

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I just had my phone interview. It sucked big time. It was with 6 people. When they asked why I was interested in the position, one of the things I mentioned was the fact that it was a state position. Come to find out it isn't, oops. It's with a university, but this particular position isn't state funded. I also just gave stupid examples, it was so much harder than talking in person because a second of silence was awkward and I rushed to fill it.

[ESF]

I'm sorry. That sucks. I have a hard time with phone interviews too, they can be really hard if you can't read body language and other social cues.

At least you are getting interviews though, so I hope you find a good fit soon.

[cjeanette]

So even if your position isn't state funded it's not considered a state position when you work for a university?

I have had job offers or second interviews of interviews I thought went badly so you never know.

[Awkward]

Aww, I'm sorry it didn't go well. I haaaaate phone interviews for the awkward pauses reason.

You'll knock em dead next time, I'm sure of it.

[mie]

Sorry it didn't go well.

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Oct 17, 2012 15:27:31 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

So even if your position isn't state funded it's not considered a state position when you work for a university?

I have had job offers or second interviews of interviews I thought went badly so you never know.

Yeah, I thought it was weird. The don't offer state benefits, state retirement, etc. I would still be interested in the position, but I feel like I just put my foot in my mouth. They said they would be calling for second interviews, so maybe I'll make the cut for an in-person interview and can win them over then

[cjeanette]

Oct 17, 2012 15:30:59 GMT -5 @ruralrabbit1 said:

Oct 17, 2012 15:27:31 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

So even if your position isn't state funded it's not considered a state position when you work for a university?

I have had job offers or second interviews of interviews I thought went badly so you never know.

Yeah, I thought it was weird. The don't offer state benefits, state retirement, etc. I would still be interested in the position, but I feel like I just put my foot in my mouth. They said they would be calling for second interviews, so maybe I'll make the cut for an in-person interview and can win them over then

Well this is good to know if H looks for other positions within his organization. I knew he was the only position within his department that was state funded but thought everyone else was still a state employee. Most are funded through grants.

[ssmjlm]

So sorry, hopefully you'll get a call.

I hate phone interviews when there's a panel on the other end.

[pugz]

boo sorry hun, phone interviews are the suck.

[mbcdefg]

Sorry

I once went on an interview* and was pretty sure that I did horribly, and to top it off I was given a take-home editing test that I barely understood and just plowed through to get it done. And I wound up getting the job.

The funny part of the interview was that it was in NYC and I'd taken the train over from New Jersey. And after the interview when I was certain that I'd blown it, I said to myself, "Well, fuck it, I didn't come all the way into the city for nothing ... I'm going to get a Gray's Papaya dog!" And I got off the PATH train at 9th Street to get a hot dog and then I felt like my trek into the city was somehow worthwhile, lol.

[shortstax]

Oh no, I'm sorry.

I had a phone interview with 5 people that I tanked last year. I couldn't keep track of who was asking what (people from different depts) and at one point I asked "I'm sorry, to whom am I speaking" and some lady shrieked "Does it matter? we're running out of time anyways, ANSWER THE QUESTION."

It was so awkward and awful, but I'm glad I don't work for them.

Chin up!

[ijack]

phone interviews suck. I'm sorry

[cjeanette]

Oct 17, 2012 15:36:45 GMT -5 shortstax said:

and some lady shrieked "Does it matter? we're running out of time anyways, ANSWER THE QUESTION."

[auberge]

I hate phone interviews. Sorry

[hbomdiggity]

I say this to be helpful, because I know everyone here so badly wants you to get a new job and be out of your situation.

I think you need a better answer for the why do you want this job question. Leaving alone the particulars of this actual position, I would be unimpressed with an answer that essentially says you want the job for the benefits. They know that. Instead, every answer of yours should sell yourself. You want the job for the challenge, to help people, you really enjoy the university atmosphere - something that shows a special skill or attribute or yours. you can maybe add in that you also want "stability" or other disguised description for a state job, but I wouldn't make the focus of the answer.

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Oct 17, 2012 15:43:34 GMT -5 hbomdiggity said:

I say this to be helpful, because I know everyone here so badly wants you to get a new job and be out of your situation.

I think you need a better answer for the why do you want this job question. Leaving alone the particulars of this actual position, I would be unimpressed with an answer that essentially says you want the job for the benefits. They know that. Instead, every answer of yours should sell yourself. You want the job for the challenge, to help people, you really enjoy the university atmosphere - something that shows a special skill or attribute or yours. you can maybe add in that you also want "stability" or other disguised description for a state job, but I wouldn't make the focus of the answer.

While what I shared here was only a small part of what I said, I agree with you. I will work on that as my homework

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[kaylie]

Oct 17, 2012 15:27:43 GMT -5 @peggyolson said:

They had a *SIX* person phone screen and thought it was a good idea? Yikes, I'm sorry.

This was my thought. Who does that?

[whitepicketfence]

Phone interviews are the worst. Sorry to hear it didn't go well, RR.

[mollz007]

Aw, Im sorry! I hate phone interviews... they are much more difficult than face to face interviews.

[womet]

Yes, phone interviews suck. But one good thing about them is that you can prep some answers ahead of time and have those notes (and your resume) in front of you. I usually highlight a few things in my resume that I think are expecially important for the job. And I jot out a list of answers to some typical questions.

[hannamaren]

I was thinking the same thing as womet. Have a cheat sheet in front of you about yourself.

But I have never done a phone interview. I would hate it. I am much better in person.