For the first time in many years, I went through the application and interview process for a new job. I have a pretty good job, but the demands are increasingly difficult for a 'baby boomer" to handle. In addition to at least 40 hours a week in the office, I spend 30-40 hours a week travelling throughout the state to give presentations.
The position I applied for was located right in my hometown. It seemed to be a good match for my experience and skills. Fortunately, I was one of a handful of people that was invited for an interview. I handled the difficult interview process very well and thought that I had a good chance of being one of the two finalists called for a second and final interview.
Three days after my interview, the phone rang. Caller ID indicated that it was the individual in charge of the recruitment process for the position. I was very please that they the person was calling - I had kept the date for the second interview open. Tons of disappointment came crushing down on me when the individual stated that I was not selected to continue in the interview process. While I was stunned, I politely thanked him and the other people involved in the process for giving me the consideration they did and wished them the best in their recruitment efforts.
I felt sick for about a day. I did not think I had the job wrapped up, but I thought I would be one of the two finalists. Some friends knew that I was applying for the position and offered some support. After a day, I felt much better and had the belief that the people in the interview felt that, while my skills and experience may have been strong, I was not the best match for the position. A couple of days later, a couple of people with knowledge of the entity shared some insights with me that confirmed, from my perspective, that I would not have been the right match for the position.
So, all turns out well. Perhaps a guardian angel, with much more comprensive vision than I have, is keeping an eye on me.
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