I got the call

This week has been a very interesting week to say the least. Last week I had 4 interviews lined up and I was happy to just get the call. 3 out of the 4 sounded just ok, not really what I wanted but so what, who cares right? Sounding enthusiastic on the phone is key to getting the one and one interview. I always ask the interviewer what time and day would be good for them and build my schedule around that. "Sure I can come in at 2:42 pm on a Tuesday, sounds perfect thanks!"
The first impression is crucial wether we like to think it is or not We all make judgements within the first few minutes of meeting someone new. Especially in the industry where I have gone on a few interviews you are judged all the more so. Its an industry based upon looks. Anyways So here are a few of my tips that go across the board for interviewing:
1. Always look the part: do the research on the company, find out what they represent or any recent events they have done
2. Be enthusiastic but not too much: you want to seem excited about the job, not give them the desperate impression. There is a fine line, know what you are willing to do, what you can handle, and what you feel you could contribute and emphasize that.
3. Ask questions: I mean talk to the person on a more personal level, its ok to ask some personal questions about their job or how their day is going. Just don't get too carried away.
4. Don't use two words when you can use one
5. Make eye contact but don't stare, the creepy vibe never works in your favor
6. Leave on a good note, smile, thank them for their time, shake hands and walk away. If you really want the job follow up with a thank you card or email, it never hurts and can make you stand out in the crowd.
These are just a few of my tips and people do hire on the spot

Sitting, Waiting, Wishing

Since March I have been on 30 interviews, I think that is more interviews than an average person should experience in their life time. But when you start interviewing and do it on a regular basis it becomes somewhat of an addiction.
My Cover letter should read like this:
My name is Kelly Thomas and I am a interview addict! There should be a support group for this kind of addiction. But fortunately it has a cure and it is that wonderful thing called a job! When I see a job that I could possibly qualify for I get a rush of excitement as I send over my resume. Getting a phone call from unknown number has completely changed its meaning for me. Will it be the job that I really wanted to hear back from? I feel employers have played into this waiting game with me " I think we should make this Kelly Thomas person wait just a little longer for a call back!" But little do they know it is my torture. This week I am sitting, waiting, wishing......

Who is the Intern and Interview?

Welcome to my blog!

By now most of my friends and family think I am a professional interviewer. I have been interviewing for almost a year. I feel like its my job or more like a hobby I can't control.

This job hunting life all started upon my journey home from Italy in which I spent 4 spectacular months with not a care in the world except where my next slice of pizza was coming from. I had no job and it was great. The thought of a interview did not cross my mind nor what it would be like when I returned home! Ok well, maybe for a second but was immediately changed when the sight of gelato or a cute Italian boy crossed my path, which so happens to be about every 5 minutes in Italy!

I was in for a surprise and thus begins my journey as The intern and Interview. Follow me on my journey to finally end this madness and get a real job. I would also be very encouraged if you could share your stories good or bad, fun or sad, happy or pathetic about interviewing, or internships.