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Post by serpentqueen on Aug 7, 2013 14:59:05 GMT -5
Since then... Chatting with a laid-off friend happened, which led to checking of job postings, which led to seeing an interesting job to apply for, which led to applying, which led to an invitation to a phone screen tomorrow, which led to researching the company in more depth... ... which then led to a bunch of doubting and guessing and worrying whether I can really do the job......... and more worrying that I need a new job and berating myself for being lazy actively pursuing a new job... cuz logically a new job is not going to just magically present itself to me; some effort IS required on my part, right? And fretting whether an ego-free individual can ever get a job in marketing, as that field seems to require a huge whopping ego... and it's getting more and more difficult to pretend... I could have spent hours in a downward spiral of doubt and suffering, and imagining myself out on the street wandering aimlessly in an orange robe with a beggar's tin cup in hand.... Instead, I shifted focus... Which then led to looking at other job listings, which led to applying to another job probably more appropriate. Click apply, and then asked "what else is presenting itself to be done?" Realized I had an email from a coworker I hadn't responded to yet. Reached out to see what she needed done. That led to me naturally asking her to write me a recommendation. Dissolving of self can come at any time; in the midst of a job search is probably not ideal. Never know how to handle the "tell me about yourself" question anymore... Suggestions welcome. What job did you want to do, when you were a little girl? I wanted to be a writer - but, you probably could have guessed that. Because I love stories. Marketing is story telling.
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Post by serpentqueen on Aug 7, 2013 15:10:05 GMT -5
Since then... Chatting with a laid-off friend happened, which led to checking of job postings, which led to seeing an interesting job to apply for, which led to applying, which led to an invitation to a phone screen tomorrow, which led to researching the company in more depth... ... which then led to a bunch of doubting and guessing and worrying whether I can really do the job......... and more worrying that I need a new job and berating myself for being lazy actively pursuing a new job... cuz logically a new job is not going to just magically present itself to me; some effort IS required on my part, right? And fretting whether an ego-free individual can ever get a job in marketing, as that field seems to require a huge whopping ego... and it's getting more and more difficult to pretend... I could have spent hours in a downward spiral of doubt and suffering, and imagining myself out on the street wandering aimlessly in an orange robe with a beggar's tin cup in hand.... Instead, I shifted focus... Which then led to looking at other job listings, which led to applying to another job probably more appropriate. Click apply, and then asked "what else is presenting itself to be done?" Realized I had an email from a coworker I hadn't responded to yet. Reached out to see what she needed done. That led to me naturally asking her to write me a recommendation. Dissolving of self can come at any time; in the midst of a job search is probably not ideal. Never know how to handle the "tell me about yourself" question anymore... Suggestions welcome. What do you recall about the last times you got asked that question in an interview? Can you recall anything good or bad or indifferent responses to what you said? Do a mock up or 2 and see how it floats. I was mostly making a joke; I do know how to answer that question. I know what they want to hear, and what I'm supposed to say.
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Post by silver on Aug 7, 2013 15:12:13 GMT -5
What do you recall about the last times you got asked that question in an interview? Can you recall anything good or bad or indifferent responses to what you said? Do a mock up or 2 and see how it floats. I was mostly making a joke; I do know how to answer that question. I know what they want to hear, and what I'm supposed to say. Ooh, I was going to say you didn't sound like someone who wouldn't know what to say in that scenario. So you're main complaint is a lack of challenge - just generally speaking when it comes to jobs/career...?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2013 15:15:22 GMT -5
What job did you want to do, when you were a little girl? I wanted to be a writer - but, you probably could have guessed that. Because I love stories. Marketing is story telling. So what about starting, your own marketing firm?
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Post by serpentqueen on Aug 7, 2013 15:25:33 GMT -5
I wanted to be a writer - but, you probably could have guessed that. Because I love stories. Marketing is story telling. So what about starting, your own marketing firm? Running my own business has zero appeal.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2013 15:28:46 GMT -5
So what about starting, your own marketing firm? Running my own business has zero appeal. May I ask why?
It takes out all of the anxiety around getting a job. A decent client base takes what, 3 to 4 years? And never not something to DO!
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Post by serpentqueen on Aug 7, 2013 15:34:41 GMT -5
I was mostly making a joke; I do know how to answer that question. I know what they want to hear, and what I'm supposed to say. Ooh, I was going to say you didn't sound like someone who wouldn't know what to say in that scenario. So you're main complaint is a lack of challenge - just generally speaking when it comes to jobs/career...? No, I wouldn't say lack of challenge is my main complaint. I don't care what I do -- I would be happy with any marketing job. I will find something challenging in it. It's no longer about promotions, titles, "Me." A job that keeps me busy, working with interesting people, would be perfect. Interesting product is a plus. The phone screen I have tomorrow - the company/product just looked really interesting. That's what prompted me to apply, and I did so without really thinking all that hard about it. Ha. I didn't read the job description all that closely, until I got asked to do the phone screen. I am not sure I'm a good fit, though I could see why they''d conclude I might be (based on my background). So I think my approach tomorrow will be to just be honest that I may not be ideal for that position, but I am intrigued by the company itself, so if not that job, maybe something else down the road.
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Post by silver on Aug 7, 2013 15:36:17 GMT -5
Ooh, I was going to say you didn't sound like someone who wouldn't know what to say in that scenario. So you're main complaint is a lack of challenge - just generally speaking when it comes to jobs/career...? No, I wouldn't say lack of challenge is my main complaint. I don't care what I do -- I would be happy with any marketing job. I will find something challenging in it. It's no longer about promotions, titles, "Me." A job that keeps me busy, working with interesting people, would be perfect. Interesting product is a plus. The phone screen I have tomorrow - the company/product just looked really interesting. That's what prompted me to apply, and I did so without really thinking all that hard about it. Ha. I didn't read the job description all that closely, until I got asked to do the phone screen. I am not sure I'm a good fit, though I could see why they''d conclude I might be (based on my background). So I think my approach tomorrow will be to just be honest that I may not be ideal for that position, but I am intrigued by the company itself, so if not that job, maybe something else down the road. Cool.
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Post by serpentqueen on Aug 7, 2013 15:40:16 GMT -5
Running my own business has zero appeal. May I ask why?
It takes out all of the anxiety around getting a job. A decent client base takes what, 3 to 4 years? And never not something to DO! Honestly? Dealing with the taxes! I did contracting once for about a year. It was fine - except for dealing with billing and taxes. Also, I've been work-from-home now for about 8 years, and I would prefer to go back into an office. WFH was awesome while I still had kids in the house. Now that they are grown and gone, I crave the daily face-to-face human interaction.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2013 15:52:31 GMT -5
May I ask why?
It takes out all of the anxiety around getting a job. A decent client base takes what, 3 to 4 years? And never not something to DO! Honestly? Dealing with the taxes! I did contracting once for about a year. It was fine - except for dealing with billing and taxes. Also, I've been work-from-home now for about 8 years, and I would prefer to go back into an office. WFH was awesome while I still had kids in the house. Now that they are grown and gone, I crave the daily face-to-face human interaction. Yeah honestly If it caused that much upset then would it have been better to hire an accountant? Having said that, yeah, the best cure for an empty nest is being around other people again.
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