So Close But Yet So Far

I admit. I have always had difficulties with interviews. This time though I thought it was different. There were two reasons to this.

Firstly, I wanted to prove that I am capable and that I can succeed in interviews. After all, I believe that I have the skills , knowledge and experience for a better position. Secondly, I wanted to prove that the system works. That is the system of faith and conviction, setting targets, winning the next point works. Plus, I combined it with basic practice practice practice, talking to friends and insiders, warm ups, being out of my head, reading and listening to motivational material (e.g. 'if your heart filled with faith then you can't fear', 'I can do all things through Jesus Christ who strengthens me').

To me, interviews are an essential life skill. Interviews are all about marketing yourself. To get to the top of the corporate food chain, you have to do this well. In fact, managers must enjoy interviews because they have to go through so many to get where they are. Managers also enjoy their jobs, but that is another topic altogether.

In the end, I came close. I applied for the job. Interviewed very well. Received praise from the interviewers. However, I just missed out by one question. Second place is last place though. I feel that my faith has been weakened. I guess I can be proud of my achievement, but at the same time it hurts to get knocked back when I was so close.

Now, I have to think about my next steps. I have defined my motivation or passion for wanting a better position. I have a vision of where I want to be to motivate me. I will go for the job with the same strong mindset and practice more.