Some stuff. And January blues?

[angelak]

January is definitely on its way out.
This is probably one of the better things happening.
It’s a fact that this month for me has had its whacked moments.
I’m not saying that it hasn’t been good at times too – I’m just looking to February to bring out some emotional normalization.

Even if Feb 9 is wisdom teeth coming out – and…

February 1 is the interview for the Sys Anal position. I am not saying that I’m not qualified, I am – although I’ve sadly had little opportunity to actually get out on the job and do a lot of sys anal work outside of here and there and my schooling (obviously most of my job responsibilities are client side support.)

I am trying really hard to enter this with a good mindset. Not an assumption that I am the be-all end-all, that I’ll outdo the other guy (in this case, Julie). Or worse; the assumption that I am not good enough. I really am not a fan anymore of one against one applicant interviewing. Mostly because this is my second experience with it, and to me – it is not personal.

It is no secret that there are personality conflicts between Julie and me.
But I refused to let this be the source of not submitting my application – when I knew I would otherwise do it regardless.

BOTTOM line…
I’m not assuming that I’m getting jackshit.
I’ve got nothing to lose, and some good old interviewing experience to gain.
I’ll admit I’m not entirely sure what to expect.
Prill is saying to win them over with personality and versatility; I’m young, quick paced, and can learn fast.

My records-fan-club says to win them over with my excellent customer service skills. It is no secret I’m great with people. The good news is that I’ve mostly fought off my fear of phone-work. (Making phone calls.)

It has been so long since I had to do this, I’m afraid I’m a little rusty.
Technically speaking, I have basics on most everything and I am doing a quick review on the stuff I don’t touch everyday. (UNIX was a breeze… SQL is next.)
When it comes down to it; don’t bs if you don’t know, inform about what you do know.

I am frustrated so far because last time I interviewed I had a set of things I wanted to say. I had definite things I wanted to get into the interview when I stepped in. I felt fully prepared. This time I’m a little sketchy about what I’ve got to say.
Last time I was really good at inspiring myself. I did all the leg work to make things pull together. Tonight I think I have some time to prepare a bit more. I’ll go from there.

Last night I was tired and went to bed early.
I still managed to sleep longer than I should have.
I'm not sure how or why.


Regardless.
That is that.
More to come.

-Angela

Comments

[netharos.livejournal.com]

Sorry to hear you've been a little down this month. One good thing for me in January was that I got to see you. =)

It sounds like you have the right attitude going into the interview. You're being honest about yourself, and you're remaining neutral and without presumptions in terms of expectations. The important thing is that the interviewer gets a clear sense of who you are and what you can bring to the position. The rest is all just pomp and circumstance, and not worth concerning yourself with.

For whatever it's worth, I do wish you that thing called luck, and hope it will garnish a positive appraisal of your capabilities in a new system analysis position.