Dress appropriately.

I've slept now. It makes such an unbelievable difference. I removed the post I made yesterday morning just before I got ready to go to my highly anticipated job interview in Charleston. I just get so excited, nervous, and anxious before interviews, tests, competitions, performances, whatever. I never sleep the night before the big day. I can't. My brain unhinges and my mind goes nearly psychotic and hyperactive.

The interview went fairly well. It was obvious I didn't know a whole lot about the organization, but I was completely upfront and honest about that. The job posting was confidential and I didn't even know who had placed it until they called to set up the interview. I had time to do some research and I probably should have. But, that all depends on just how much importance they place in organizational participation and awareness. On the other hand, I've got job knowledge and experience in the bag. I can do this job and I can do it very well. I have, actually, in a federal capacity. Working for the state might be a little different, but not much.

One awkward thing about the interview: the woman who contacted me to schedule it had mentioned something about a physical being necessary. I've never really had a physical and wasn't entirely sure what she meant by "dress appropriately". I imagined that I would be directed to a physician and would have to disrobe to an unknown extent. The whole "turn your head and cough" thing. I had no problem with that and decided to dress to impress rather than worry about what "dress appropriately" might mean. Well, it turns out that I interpreted "physical" incorrectly. Basically, it was a physical wellness challenge that I was entirely over-dressed for. I was uncomfortable and barely able to move in the first place - which is usually a prerequisite for looking professional and polished - but I made the best of the sudden and very awkward situation they presented me with. Did I mention how awkward it was having three people watching me do various physical activities? It was. It was very awkward.

I like the job. It seems like a perfect fit for me. I would very much enjoy it if they decide to offer it to me. I would enjoy it more if they take into account previous experience and offer more than the starting salary to me. They mentioned that would be a consideration before approaching any of the candidates with a serious offer.

Anyway, I should know something next week. Which leaves me, in the meantime, to continue much as I have been in this ridiculous state of limbo. Looking so very forward to that.