January 2007 Archives

So, today, I got my first official. "We have decided to pursue other candidates at this time" letter.

Granted, I also thing that was good. The main reason being, that I was so focused on that one company, that I didn't apply to a broad range of companies. I focused on this company, and went through with it.

Still, it's all good. This just means, I won't move up north just yet. Maybe if another company comes along, that pleases me, I just might.

I do have to say, I did a phone interview today, with another company, and that went well, I think.

All I have to do now, is respond to those e-mails, and phone calls, that wanted to know if I would be interested in their available positions. The answer now is yes.

This first set, thought me a fair amount about how the processes goes, and I am better for it.

Here we go some more, on the voyage to get a job.

I went to a career fair this past Monday.

It was at the basement of the OMNI in downtown Atlanta. I do have to say, it was a very intimidating, yet friendly atmosphere. Yes, it was odd. There was the pressure of talking to people, that can essentially interview someone, and put them on the line to be hired straight away.

So, I walk in there, feeling under dressed. The guys over there, all dressed in black suits, with black slacks. I was wearing something with more color, like blue. Still, I felt out of place from the start. This was compounded together with the fact that I never went to one, and I'm just a bit introverted, made this experience very interesting.

I did come out, having learned a lot, and also have learned to present myself in a short amount of time. I do have to say, that having a short list of goals, and accomplishments would have helped. That along with internships, which seemed to attract the interest of the recruiters.

Also, getting there early is good. Companies do leave, and don't always stay there the whole day. It's a good idea to get there early, see who is there, look to see what companies are interested on your degree, and hit them all.

I did get a callback, which was nice, and have set up a phone interview. This was one of the two companies, that I had internally tagged as a good choice. So, I'm happy.

Still, Career fairs are intimidation, and sometimes, not very friendly, but in the end, it's a good learning experience.

I'm currently in the pivot of many changes, which can happen any day now. Considering one main job opportunity, while considering others. Some what will being me half-way through the country.

Two days ago, I went to take a technology assessment for one of the jobs I am considering. The wonderful lady admitting the test, had some wise words, and thoughts. Those words rekindled my desire to explore the world, and expand my ideas, and also take a look of where I am going, and why. It also made me look inside, and see where I want to go, and what will make me happy.

So, for now I have decided, not to go get my Masters. I have an idea of what skills I want sharpened, but I want to explore them before coming back, and committing to a higher degree.

I frankly hope to move somewhere. It will give me my own space, where I can create, and be imaginative. My own space, that fits my ideas, and gives me inspiration. I have been setting up for such an occasion. I don't have many bills under my name, and I have already cleared the way with my current job. If needed, I can pack my bags, and my computer, get in my car, and move somewhere. It's a bit drastic, but if follows my mindset.

Let's hope for new, exciting adventures, in the year, that is 2007. *toasts*