Today I've had a case of the downers.
To get caught up, I have not yet been told yes or no about my status as a candidate for two jobs. Since I last mentioned some interviews on August 2nd, Job #1 is still a potential option....but the length of time it's taken to have three phone interviews is insane. I did get moved along to have a phone call with the big boss, which made a total of 3 phone interviews, which is the last of the process. That went well as far as I could tell and he said he'd give his feedback to mgr #1 I spoke to.......about 5 weeks ago! I follow up weekly with the recruiter, as is the protocol, and she informed me that she would be talking to the mgr #1 (that is the actual hiring mgr) this week as she was on vacation last week. Well, this week is over and no update. I'll be following up again on Tuesday.
A few weeks ago a new job presented itself to me by a recruiter who called me and it is a good company, nearby. I first had to meet with the recruiter and she was all thrilled over me. Seriously--maybe I should see her again to get all perky. So I met the hiring mgr at this job and all went well. Then I got invited back in for meeting #2 to meet the big boss and then "the group" a week ago today. It was 4 people across the table from me and the manager whom I'd met the last time I was there. They didn't ask me anything I couldn't handle. I'm actually overqualified I believe. Read: salary issue. But it went well, and of course I sent fabulously well-written thank you notes. The independent recruiter who found me for this job did have the decency to give me an update this week.....that they haven't decided yet. And I'm one of three people who could do the job but not sure if he wants an experienced person (me) or not very experienced (funny, that is not how he presented his job needs to me).
So both of these could end up being no jobs...and there is not a whole lot else out there. Or if there is, I know that employers are taking their SWEET ASS TIME with candidates.
BTW, Hubs has made a list of all the projects we need done around this old house....once I get a salary again.
The other reason I'm grumpy is that I am so HOT!!!! As in sweaty, all-encompassing HOT Flash city over here! I am now waking up several times a night--a problem I never had before. I'm looking like a hot mess with horrible circles under my eyes. Driving around doing errands is good because the AC blasts on me. I have discovered that small electric fans are my best friend at home. I practically have one attached to me at all times and it goes where I go like a walking epidural. At bedtime I have to have a fan blasting about 12 inches from my body. At the computer it is on the floor behind me. I keep a second one in the kitchen--it is a godsend on the kitchen counter.
I'm about to unplug the fan next to me and carry it downstairs and watch a Netflix dvd on our One and Only TV that's located in the basement-- after I throw a son off the PS3. The TV in our main family room died last month because TVs hardly last 5 years anymore and these words have been spoken: we get a new TV when Mom gets a job.
Something has to happen this month.
9 comments:
Oh, how frustrating about the jobs! Surely you will hear something next week...
As for the hot flashes, I can still remember them all these years later! I'm still addicted to fans, and there's not a room in the house that doesn't have one pointed at me - I even carry a small one in my tote bag, and I went thru eary menopause thirty yeasrs ago!
Will look forward to hearing about your new job next week!
I hope that something does happen soon. If nothing else, maybe it will cool off for you ;)
When I travel, I do not forget my pillows or my fans.
They are my comfort and my joy.
I hope you get some good news on the job front THIS WEEK!
Geez, I'd be worried if you WEREN'T grumpy! Heat makes everything worse.
I'll keep you in my thoughts re: The Job. The right one WILL come along.
Aargh. I feel your frustration. I have applied for several jobs I would be perfect, although technically, overqualified, for, but I assume the mommy track I've been on makes that a non issue. But I hear nothing. At all. It's frustrating to say the least. I too have a list of things to purchase "when I get a job" and not sooner.
Good luck to you. And about the hot flashes, I really, really feel your pain. I'm too many years into this madness to admit without getting angry or depressed. (OK, 9 years now. NINE.) I carry a little hand fan in my purse. I haven't worn a turtleneck or heavy sweater in 7 years. I wear layers year round, because I get cold chills after the flashes.
After much angst, I am taking bioidentical hormones when they are at their worst, so I can sleep, because the lack of sleep was killing me. Literally.
So I really hope you get over the hump quickly, and keep those fans handy.
Wishing you good things:)
Wow, how stressful! Thinking of you and praying for good news to come soon. :)
Poor baby! You know I totally relate to the physical and emotional changes that come with this time of life. Let's just say to them: F***! I see Mel said 9 years, and for me I know it's been at least 6, 8 if you include pre-stages. Sounds like you are about 2 years behind me, so know you do move out of and away from some of the intensity, but commend you for looking for natural cures. Bioidenticals work I hear, but can be expensive; check them out. Exercise and diet really help. Use this time off (on a non-grumpy day, that is!) to research some good foods like nuts (ironic, huh?) and herbs (the legal kind, that is!)! :) You are tougher than your menopause! Job thing just sucks, but you are patient! You're the mom of 3 boys! Is there anything you can't do? :)
ha! We don't have a tv right now either, and the 2nd tv in the basement is totally a Wii tv! Good luck with your potential jobs. That extra $$ can buy you a lovely new plasma tv, or better, yet a massage. You are my winner of Water for Elephants, if you want it. email me your address. i think it's linked to my blog.
Oh, Michele, I hope it breaks open for you really soon.
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