High tide

High tide has come in. It brought with it a large load of interviews. On Tuesday, I had an interview with Scotiabank and Telus Mobility. Overall, I thought that both interviews has went over really well. The night before, I spoke with Jenelle on the phone, and she was firing common HR type questions at me. I found out quickly that I really wasn’t as prepared for the common questions as I should have been. For example, a common question is “What do you see yourself doing after graduation?” Previously, I would have brought out an answer about finding a job, helping my parents, getting married and settling down. Wrong answer! Jenelle was quick to correct me and explained that they’re more interested in my future with regards to my career. Wouldn’t you know it, that question appeared in both interviews. My new and improved answer wowed both interviewers. So, a big thank you needs to go out to the J for all that help.

In the end, I ended up getting a job with Telus Mobility, which is a great blessing. For the Scotiabank job, I think it was obvious to both the interviewer and myself that I was way overqualified for the job. This is the one time I’m willing to concede that being overqualified is a valid reason to not be the first choice candidate.

So, now that I have employment, that’s one bit of stress that I can finally let go of. Unfortunately, there’s still way too much to be done, all too soon. There are a set of deadlines and due dates approaching on the 20th, 22nd, 25th, 26th, 28th, and 29th. Especially when living life at this horrible break-neck speed, once in a while, I need a reminder about who I am, and what I’m capable of.

A friend of mine noticed just how guilty I was feeling about not helping out with certain things, or not taking care of other business. He flat out told me to stop feeling guilty.

[04:42:15 PM] Friend: You have to stop feeling guilty about things.
[04:42:47 PM] Me: i suppose it’s not like i’m not doing any work
[04:42:55 PM] Friend: Just sit back, relax, and stop thinking that you should be able to handle everything.
[04:44:13 PM] Me: basically, i should continue to tell myself that i’m no superman
[04:44:39 PM] Friend: That’s right, just Jason. Nothing more.
[04:44:45 PM] Friend: Be Jason.

That struck me as being very profound. It meant a lot to me. And it’s true. I’m truly spreading myself thin. I have to realize that the world will function with or without me. Right now, I just need to do the best I can.

Possibly related posts:

1. Red tide
2. From simple roots through high vision
3. Thoughts from up high