I know I’m not the most loved person to follow on this site right now but I think it’s about time I try again. I know I have done this “I’m returning” thing time and time again but I believe now’s the perfect time to put those words into action.
First up, just to give you an update, it’s been two months since I’ve graduate from the University of the Philippines Los Banos. Yes, it’s been that long already. Currently, I’m in the process of filing documents to meet the requirements of the company that presented me a job offer I actually believe suits me. Sooner or later (and let’s hope it’s the former), I will be having the contact signing with them so I can start! Of course since it’s not completely official yet I won’t be naming the company yet. I will though. Soon.
So what then is the point of this post? Well, I just thought it would be nice if I can share to you my experience in the notorious job searching process. Mind you, it was not easy. Many say it would not be an issue since I graduated from a prestigious university but, in reality, we don’t really have that much advantage. You apply to 10 companies, 6 call you back, 4 invite you for an interview, two present you a job offer, and you pick that one company you believe is The One. Think it’s that easy? Think again. A few points:
1. PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE. The whole application process to a company can last for a whole month. Some companies can even make you wait and wait for nothing. They’d go with the usual “We’ll call you as soon as we’re done processing your application.” and then they won’t even call or email back to say you’re rejected. Some though, if you’re lucky, call right away. However, that’s not the end of the line. You still have a lot of things to go through before you finally get that job offer.
2. THERE’S NO ROOM TO BE COMPLACENT. Great! You got a call! What’s next? HR interviews usually go well but you can never be too sure. HRs are good at hiding how they actually feel about your answers so it’s best not to be overconfident. Be wary of your answers. Other companies require you to take skills and knowledge tests and even if you passed those with flying colors, you can still fail the final interview. Applications are that unpredictable.
3. DRESS LIKE EVERYDAY’S A LUCKY DAY. In any occasion, it’s always important that you look your absolute best. First impressions last. Employers look for people that will represent their company in the future. Look smart and you’re sure to get a second look.
4. YOUR SMILE IS YOUR GREATEST ACCESSORY. Don’t look too serious but don’t make it seem like you’re not sure about what you’re doing either. There’s nothing wrong with being friendly especially when you’re waiting for an interview with other applicants. Interviews are a great venue to meet new friends. I actually met a fellow Isko in one of the companies I applied for and eventually relaxed a bit after. If I hadn’t gathered up the courage to introduce myself, I would have been tensed all throughout the whole waiting period. And, it goes for the interviews as well. Smiling helps ease up conversations with your interviewer. Just remember to also keep up with what they’re saying because you might end up smiling at something actually unpleasant to hear!
5. SOMETIMES YOUR BEST ISN’T GOOD ENOUGH AND THAT’S OKAY. If you’re lucky and the first company you applied for offers you the job then that’s great! However, that’s certainly not always the case. You will get rejected. You will get rejected many times. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING WRONG WITH THAT. Think of it this way. It just wasn’t for you and you’re meant for something else, something better. Your effort might not be appreciated in one company but it will mean a lot more to another. The right fit will come just always remember #1.
6. THE ONE WILL COME WHEN YOU LEAST EXPECT IT. I did not see this job offer coming. I went to an interview, prepared for it like I always do, took exams, and went home wishing for the best not expecting anything along the way. I mean I liked the company but when you’ve gotten through so much rejections already, you’d have learned to lower your expectations on anything. Then, you get a call saying you’ve passed and you’re on to the next test and, somehow, you get through it again. And what do you know? Three weeks later, you get that job offer you’ve worked so hard for.
That, however does not end just there. You accept the job offer, you go through the process, you sign the contract. What comes next? What’s in store for me in the future? Who the hell knows. The only really important thing I’ve always believed in is, at the end of the day, all your efforts will be worth it.
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