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Post subject: Maksim's Blog:  Posted: Mon May 22, 2006 4:07 pm |
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Odd that you were called on a Sunday morning for a follow-up interview. Researching a company is always very helpful and can only help you. Knowing their buzz words and phrases, annoying as they may be, shows them you've done your homework. Good luck! 
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Mon May 22, 2006 5:26 pm |
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| Quote (MaksimSmelchak @ 22 May 2006 (06:27)) | | Well, I have been working with Patrick for some time helping him to plan out his terrain lay out and teaching him basic techniques ........ |
Sounds like a great opportunity. Help someone else learn while doing what you like to do. 
Now, you know what I will ask for next, right?
Photos. 
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Tue May 23, 2006 3:23 pm |
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Hi Guys,
Here's the latest news:
We are pleased to confirm your interview appointment on: Thursday 5/25/06 @ 9:30am.
A few things to remember:
Please arrive at least .30 minutes prior to your interview appointment to complete all necessary paperwork.
Please allow a minimum of 1-2 hours for the interview process.
You may bring an updated resume, if you wish.
Attire is business formal.
For ETL Candidates Only: You will receive an email from Prove It/Kenexa regarding an assessment which is a part of our interview process. Please complete the assessment PRIOR to your interview appointment.
(If you already received the email and completed the assessment, then please disregard.)
Please send a reply email to confirm receipt of your interview appointment details.
If you have any questions or need to change your interview appointment for any reason, please contact me to reschedule your appointment.
Thanks,
JB Wold, PHR | Executive Recruiter |
So, I'm going to take the on-line assessment today.
I'm also going to buy a spanking new shirt to wear with some nice slacks and a tie.
I'm a little nervous on one hand and excited on the other.
Shalom,
Maksim-Smelchak.
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Tue May 23, 2006 3:42 pm |
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I'm usually a nervous wreck before interviews.
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Tue May 23, 2006 6:25 pm |
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I go into the interview with the mindset that I am THE person for the job and if they can not see that, it is their loss.
Now, I do not mean act arrigant, but I do mean be cool, calm, amd confident.
Also remember to ask for the job. I mean litterly, say someting like:
"I know I am the person for this job and I want it. I want this opportunity."
I can not tell you how many people have said to me something like; "Person X seemed really excited about the job, they wanted it. We should hire them."
Ask for it and be confident you are going to do a good job. Do not be wishy washy or too passive.
OK, I will get off my soap box.
Good Luck!
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Wed May 24, 2006 2:17 pm |
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Hi Dafrca and Gang,
Well, everything is now set...
- Resume updated.
- Assessment test taken yesterday (an on-line affair).
- Clothing readied (tan slacks, white shirt, red tie, black shoes & belt).
About the last two things I need to do are scout out the location today and to pre-prep a couple of speech gambits in case I'm asked to speak at length. I can do all of the on-the-fly kind of talk, but a longer speech takes a little prep. I'll be practicing today just in case.
| Quote (dafrca @ 23 May 2006 (18:25)) | | I go into the interview with the mindset that I am THE person for the job and if they can not see that, it is their loss. |
Yes, I like that attitude, but I really do want the job!
While I think it would be a greater loss for them... I'd feel it too!
| Quote (dafrca @ 23 May 2006 (18:25)) | | Now, I do not mean act arrogant, but I do mean be cool, calm, and confident. |
OK. Check.
| Quote (dafrca @ 23 May 2006 (18:25)) | Also remember to ask for the job. I mean litterly, say someting like:
"I know I am the person for this job and I want it. I want this opportunity." |
I'll remember this. Thanks, Dafrca!
| Quote (dafrca @ 23 May 2006 (18:25)) | I can not tell you how many people have said to me something like; "Person X seemed really excited about the job, they wanted it. We should hire them."
Ask for it and be confident you are going to do a good job. Do not be wishy washy or too passive.
OK, I will get off my soap box. |
Hey, I'm from the talk-this-out school of thought so it's good to hear advice... you're welcome to take your soap box with me!
| Quote (dafrca @ 23 May 2006 (18:25)) | Good Luck!
dafrca. |
Thanks again!
Shalom,
Maksim-Smelchak.
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Thu May 25, 2006 5:30 am |
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Just know we are there for you in Spirit!
dafrca
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Thu May 25, 2006 6:01 am |
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Hi Dafrca and Gang,
| Quote (dafrca @ 25 May 2006 (05:30)) | Just know we are there for you in Spirit!
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Thanks!
It really means alot to me to hear a few positive notes and receive a little support from my friends here.
I'm still a little nervous, but I feel good and know that I'm qualified for the job and will do my best tomorrow to import that to the people I speak with.
Shalom,
Maksim-Smelchak.
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Thu May 25, 2006 6:48 am |
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Good luck for today, Maksim!
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Thu May 25, 2006 9:18 am |
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Thu May 25, 2006 5:55 pm |
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Keep the spirit high Maksim.
You are the one, they just need help seeing it!
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Fri May 26, 2006 1:31 am |
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Hi Guys,
The interview/s went well. I should hear back from them within about five business days time.. so by the end of next week.
I went through two panels... one of them with the big executive person I thought.
I really wowed the first panel... I spoke very well and they were visibly pleased with my presentation.
I did well with the second group, but one lady wore a poker face so I had a hard time gauging her reaction. I made a good impression on her younger colleague though... I felt pretty assured about that.
But regardless, I'm now in the waiting game. I do felt that I did a good job though and can only hope for the best.
Shalom,
Maksim-Smelchak.
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Fri May 26, 2006 1:34 am |
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You did your best and now we shall see if they have the brains to see what they have before them. 
Glad it went well.
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Post subject: Maksim's Blog: Posted: Fri May 26, 2006 7:15 am |
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Good Luck, M/S !
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