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Post by SsnakeBite, the No1 Frenchman on Apr 13, 2017 2:36:11 GMT -5
So after a year and a half of interim work and unemployment, yesterday I went to a test organized by a customers service agency (but not the kind that annoys you when you're trying to Netflix and chill, they take calls from customers looking for advice and information) which works for Air France among other big companies like that (they work with companies involved in air travel, tourism, culture and luxury) and I just received a message informing me that I passed. Now, that alone doesn't guarantee that they will hire me as there is still a motivation interview to go, but this makes me very hopeful!
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Post by Mozenrath on Apr 13, 2017 2:51:56 GMT -5
Good luck, dude!
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Post by SmashTV on Apr 13, 2017 4:22:38 GMT -5
Best of luck - I was unemployed for six months after graduating from university, and after a while it takes a toll. Hope it all works out.
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Post by Futureraven: Beelzebruv on Apr 13, 2017 6:46:43 GMT -5
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Post by Sephiroth on Apr 13, 2017 7:02:11 GMT -5
Here's hoping dude, I myself am planning on leaving my current job and relocating to another state
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Post by Alexander The So-so on Apr 13, 2017 8:28:28 GMT -5
Good luck! Just a question, though: what do you mean by "motivation interview?"
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Post by Stone Coke Miami Watson 🥃 on Apr 13, 2017 9:16:34 GMT -5
Don't kick my ass if you need me to move from my seat...
Seriously though, good luck with all of this!
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Post by SsnakeBite, the No1 Frenchman on Apr 13, 2017 9:28:51 GMT -5
Good luck! Just a question, though: what do you mean by "motivation interview?" Well, most job interviews, the employers have your résumé and they ask you questions about your experiences, why you want the job, why you think you're the best fit for it, etc.... and if you're really unlucky, they ask you the usual pointless questions that everyone knows nobody answers honestly like "what would you say are your strengths and weaknesses?" or "where do you see yourself in five years?". But here, they didn't ask to send in a résumé and just want to hear what motivated me to apply for the job. Presumably, now that I've proven my abilities, they want to make sure I'm a good fit morally, that I'll make a good impression on clients, work well with co-workers, and that I generally match the company's philosophy. Could also be a way for them to test how good I am at improvising, making conversation and making an argument. Edit: I should point out that this is not a common practice although hope it becomes one. This is the first time I've heard of a company doing things this way. Don't kick my ass if you need me to move from my seat... Seriously though, good luck with all of this! Well I won't be the one doing that, but I will be the one selling you the seat you'll get kicked from. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2017 17:10:05 GMT -5
I hope Motivation Interviews don't become common. "I need money and any idiot could easily do this job" probably won't get me very far.
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Post by Alexander The So-so on Apr 14, 2017 1:34:09 GMT -5
Good luck! Just a question, though: what do you mean by "motivation interview?" Well, most job interviews, the employers have your résumé and they ask you questions about your experiences, why you want the job, why you think you're the best fit for it, etc.... and if you're really unlucky, they ask you the usual pointless questions that everyone knows nobody answers honestly like "what would you say are your strengths and weaknesses?" or "where do you see yourself in five years?". But here, they didn't ask to send in a résumé and just want to hear what motivated me to apply for the job. Presumably, now that I've proven my abilities, they want to make sure I'm a good fit morally, that I'll make a good impression on clients, work well with co-workers, and that I generally match the company's philosophy. Could also be a way for them to test how good I am at improvising, making conversation and making an argument. Edit: I should point out that this is not a common practice although hope it becomes one. This is the first time I've heard of a company doing things this way. Oh, I see. I work in Human Resources, so I deal with this sort of topic all the time. To be honest, I'm a little skeptical of the concept. It sounds rather subjective and arbitrary (even more so than most job interviews). I'm committing HR heresy when I say this, but: I think companies take the "hire for cultural fit!" mentality way too seriously. People are encouraged to go into an interview not thinking about whether a candidate actually can do the job well, but whether "they'd enjoy spending time with that person" or "whether they could picture themselves sitting next to that person on a plane ride." "People I feel like I could get along with" in theory tends to become "people of the same race, gender, school, and background as me" in practice, and leaves room for all kinds of potential discrimination. To say nothing of the factor that delving into "motivation" might mean delving into personal values and beliefs, which in turn can bring legally protected traits out into the interview (ex: "I want to join this organization because my religious beliefs say I should help people!"). This is something that companies are supposed to avoid at all costs. |
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Post by SsnakeBite, the No1 Frenchman on Apr 14, 2017 2:08:33 GMT -5
Well, most job interviews, the employers have your résumé and they ask you questions about your experiences, why you want the job, why you think you're the best fit for it, etc.... and if you're really unlucky, they ask you the usual pointless questions that everyone knows nobody answers honestly like "what would you say are your strengths and weaknesses?" or "where do you see yourself in five years?". But here, they didn't ask to send in a résumé and just want to hear what motivated me to apply for the job. Presumably, now that I've proven my abilities, they want to make sure I'm a good fit morally, that I'll make a good impression on clients, work well with co-workers, and that I generally match the company's philosophy. Could also be a way for them to test how good I am at improvising, making conversation and making an argument. Edit: I should point out that this is not a common practice although hope it becomes one. This is the first time I've heard of a company doing things this way. Oh, I see. I work in Human Resources, so I deal with this sort of topic all the time. To be honest, I'm a little skeptical of the concept. It sounds rather subjective and arbitrary (even more so than most job interviews). I'm committing HR heresy when I say this, but: I think companies take the "hire for cultural fit!" mentality way too seriously. People are encouraged to go into an interview not thinking about whether a candidate actually can do the job well, but whether "they'd enjoy spending time with that person" or "whether they could picture themselves sitting next to that person on a plane ride." "People I feel like I could get along with" in theory tends to become "people of the same race, gender, school, and background as me" in practice, and leaves room for all kinds of potential discrimination. To say nothing of the factor that delving into "motivation" might mean delving into personal values and beliefs, which in turn can bring legally protected traits out into the interview (ex: "I want to join this organization because my religious beliefs say I should help people!"). This is something that companies are supposed to avoid at all costs. Fair point but it's not like it's the only factor. Like I said, they gave us an exhaustive test, including simulations as if we were on the job, so the people they interview are people they know have the skills required for the job to begin with. |
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Post by SsnakeBite, the No1 Frenchman on Apr 28, 2017 2:20:36 GMT -5
I GOT THE JOB!!!!!1!!
They just called me to give me the good news, which was especially surprising considering they told me I'd get the answer next week (the interview was on Monday). Ooooh boy it feels so GOOD!! So liberating! Full-time, permanent employment! I'm just so happy right now.
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Post by Raskovnik on Apr 28, 2017 2:22:18 GMT -5
Congratulations, brother. You've earned it.
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Post by DASH 243✅ on Apr 28, 2017 10:42:57 GMT -5
Congratulations! Now get your ass to work
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Post by LexExpress on Apr 28, 2017 11:14:34 GMT -5
That's awesome, well done!
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