Mutig Moose

Trying to be anyway.

The job opening that I really (repeat x3) want is advertised for applicants with an FH degree. It actually says “not Uni” in the ad. You might be asking yourself, “Well, what the heck does that mean?”, and you would not be alone. The UNGS and I can’t be certain from the wording of the ad that a more advanced degree wouldn’t be an exclusion criterium (which would suck). On the other hand, they may merely be trying to emphasize that the applicant with an FH degree more than meets the minimum selection criteria.

There is also the little issue of my vacation time coming up and colliding horribly with the time period in which the interviews are most likely to be held.

The UNGS is convinced that it is best to call and ask if a) being an uni alumn will put you at a competitive disadvantage for the position and b) if they have any suggestions for working around my planned absence.

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Gathering up my little courage I put together a little script with my questions and called the organization where I wish to apply. I have talked to two people and am awaiting a return call from a woman who might be able to answer my questions.

Is this going to help – probably not, but they may wish for specific contact information during my absence and probably most importantly, I have made some phone calls and it’s all about fear managment and building self-confidence through small successes. Much in need of that.