There was a swank job as a music reporter in Bend, Oregon that I was in the running for. I, along with 7 other applicants, was chosen out of nearly 70 resumes. I found out today that I didn't make the cut for the final interview.

No matter how many times this happens, it hurts every damn time. There's no way around it--defeat stings.

I don't know why I'm starting a thread on this...guess I just need to vent.

On another note, if anyone reading this is in print media and wants an award-winning editor with 13 years of experience, let me know...

I'm so sorry. I know you were really excited about this.
I'm telling you, start sending your resume to papers in the Twin Cities.

Cheer up, there's something great waiting for you out there.

sounds like it would have been very exciting for you case hun...

without trying you can't move towards what you want.
i know it hurts but the hurt will pay off in something that works out.

keep the faith! you'll get there.

That sucks. Keep plugging away, you'll find the right job soon.

Case said:

That alone says your sitaution is only temporary. Hang in there.

Sigh...thanks.

Normally, job rejection doesn't sting that badly...but dammit...I REALLY wanted this one. I'm sick of the Midwest. I love my Detroit, but I'm living in Toledo, Ohio--the NASCAR shaped belt buckle on the Rust Belt.

Anyway, life goes on...and one day that damn paper will never forgive themselves.

It will be ok. I had had that happen before...I was upset, but on to better things.

Case said:

Sorry to hear that you didn't get the job, that sux. I know how it feels when you don't get a job that you really want, it does hurt, no doubt about it. But there is a good job waiting for you around the corner. Don't give up, keep your head up and keep trying.

I'm sorry.

But something better WILL come along.

bastards!

Case said:

its their loss, You are the most likely applicant, they dont see it though. the problem is most of the people that run interviews dont know how to interview properley.

I went for an interview in Preston once and the second question was how would I communcciate with someone in the next office!!!!I think thats got to be the worsted questin some one can ask you in interview. Next time Im asked that question I wont be so flippent.