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Ok, in my whole career I have NEVER had a 2nd interview.  I know that sounds weird but my first office job I had for almost 16 years before being laid off in 2003.  For that job I went on one interview and I was offered the job the next day via phone...it all went pretty quick as I was interviewed on a wednesday...offered the job on a thursday and started the job the following monday.  I know in today's day and age one knows they have a good chance of getting the job if they get a 2nd interview.  But the dilemma is what to wear?  I know something different from the first interview.  Just so you know I haven't been called for a 2nd interview yet but better to be prepared. 

I would wear something like what you would wear to the first interview, except you can be a little less formal. Maybe a brown suit instead or you pinstripes, for example, or maybe a colorful belt instead of a plain black one. This is a great time to show your personality and to stand out. You want them to see what it will be like to work with you and see more than your resume or the cut and dry things they found out during the first interview.   

I'd be a bit concerned too if a company put me through all that!! Makes one wonder if they are a bit overconcerned about people going postal.  If I were you I'd be asking the company a lot of behavorial questions.  You have the right to see if the company is a good fit for you.

lilbit, WILL you be working for the post office?

I work for the gov't and they do an intense background check, but nothing is done until after you are hired. There is a customary probation period where, if they can't secure a clearance on you, you can be let go. The hiring process regardless can take up to 6 months.  If you are looking to feed your family and need a job now, I recommend moving on to other prospects.

It sounds to me that this employer has been burned before.  I would be weary.

No, it's not a government job.  It was a private company.  Also, something I as not accustomed to.  I've moved onto greener pastures anyway.  It was just a weird weird experience.  I learned a lot from it.

Hello Everyone

I have been an at home mom for 11 years and between that time I worked 3 years as an administrative assistant.  I recently applied for a well known company (2nd time mind you), and was given a telephone interview.  After the interview the recruiter gave me an appointment for a second interview.   The interview went well, and it really seemed promising, however, I received the same denial letter (email) once again from this company.  This was an entry level position!  :(  I'm in tears this morning.

I cant seem to land employment yet alone an interview, with the exception of my recent one.  Can someone please give me some type of advice.  I dressed well, was articulate, kept eye contact and really sold myself.  I have even applied for a part-time at Burger King and they gave me the same response as all 10 of the other companies I've applied for.  I am very discouraged.

BlackBarbie36

Umesh

Thank you for your kind words of encouragement.  I am a firm believer in God!  Yet, being human ,it is very dissapointing after submitting so many resume's and applications.   I wish there were a way that someone could explain to me exactly what I am doing wrong, or what  the employers are basing their decision on. 

Thanks again

BlackBarbie36

P.S.       Maybe I'll run away and join the circus!   LOL

ok, I have a questions. Has anybody ever done a role play interview?? How do you prepare for that??

Ok, I had a 1st interview yesterday... it was a behavioral interview of which I dislike.  The interview was for a data entry/admin. assistant position.  Overall I feel the interview went ok but I did stumble on at least one question because they caught me off guard.  BTW, I was being interviewed by 3 people at once...the team leader, the hiring manager and the HR manager.  The question they caught me off guard with is "why did you do a career change and take such a degrading job as your last job?"   I told them that at the time I was taking care of my stroke victim mother and that I could only devote so much time to a position so I only took a part time position. But now that she was no longer in need, I could get back to devoting my life to an office career.  Would you have phrased that another way? 

gabenmercy says ...

ok, I have a questions. Has anybody ever done a role play interview?? How do you prepare for that??

Here's an article I just put up that addresses a 'role playing' interview.

Lucky you, Jewelsmom. I'm still waiting to hear from the last interview and am thinking I didn't get it.  My guess is I dressed too nicely and cleanly and my references were too good.  Ha ha!

I am glad I am not alone in this job search situation. WHATEVER HAPPENED TO BEING ABLE TO WALK IN TO A PLACE TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION. I feel that I don't  stand a chance. I am 54 years old, worked my entire adult life, and have customer service and work experience galore! But I did not grow up with a computer mouse in my hand.  Forgive me ! I am still going on interviews for call centers, but that is not what I want. I live in Utah , are we  CALL CENTER CENTRAL OR WHAT??