Facing Unemployment Once Again

Here I am facing unemployment once again. I have been given a deadline and it is not too far off. This time, however, it is much more complicated. Let's just say the job was not a good fit for me. I, who believe that things happen for a reason, am glad to move on. It isn't as if, given the choice to stay, I would choose to do so. It is simply the fact that I don't want to be unemployed again.

About three weeks ago, immediately after I posted my resume on Monster, I received a call from an HR person who had an opening for a "purchasing person". The salary was too low for my needs. She told me she would keep me in mind for other opportunities. Much to my surprise, I got another call from a different HR representative from the same company about 2 weeks later. She asked me to come in and take an aptitude test. When I was first presented the 4-page test, I almost panicked. "Word problems? Oh, no, not word problem! I should have paid more attention in math class!" After completing it, though, I was excited. The content was very much tailored to the procurement knowledge I was familiar with. It told me that this position might be right down my alley. When I left, I was told that I would probably receive a call within 2 weeks. I received a call the following Monday (4 days later), and I was asked to return for an interview. The interview with a VP went well. I was getting a sense that I liked this company and that the position would be so much more in line with my experience, talents, and interests. I returned for a 2nd interview with the Operations Manager last Thursday. I liked her a lot. I am so encouraged about this job. And, now I wait.

But, I know how these things go. Companies have to give all candidates a chance. Perhaps someone internally wants to move up. Perhaps someone with a degree (which I don't possess) is also interviewing and also aced the test. Perhaps someone younger and with more potential to move up is interviewing. I absolutely HATE this part - the waiting, the wondering, the doubting.

And, I also know it is all a matter of timing. Sometimes, there are so many positions out there for which I qualify. Other times, there are very few. Every once in awhile, something comes up that I am sure I would love. I get feedback to substantiate that. I interview. I get an email telling me that another candidate was chosen.

What's neat about the job market this year compared to last year is the fact that employers are much better this year about 1.) acknowledging that they have received your resume, and 2.) getting back with me when a position has been filled. I have dozens of submissions pending today.