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So last week I interviewed with Company A (sales) and Company B (inbound customer service). I got the offer from B first (I thought) so I said I was interested. I've submitted the online applications for both to get the process started because I wanted to cover all my bases, even though I was really excited about B.
So interview with A went well, but I was unsure of the logistics, having no car. I think I even told him that, and I know when asked about the scheduling should I get the job I answered that I needed time to think about it. That night I sent him a follow-up thank-you email telling him that I was still interested, the things we agreed upon as far as business practices, etc. I distinctly remember stating that whatever his decision regarding hiring me, I was appreciative of the conversation. I did not get a response from him, but one from HR asking to clarify some things on my app. I did that but didn't hear anything about an offer.
The next day I interviewed with B and they really liked me. I saw what I'd be doing and it felt like a perfect fit; it's what I do at work now, but on the phone. The next day HR called and left a voicemail that they'd like to take me on. I kept missing her by phone but I filled out the app under her direction in a text message, knowing I'd talk to her today. Two or 3 times today she mentioned that given the passing of the background check (which is fine unless they consider bad credit a bar to employment) they'd then schedule the drug test. I'm thinking credit history might be important to them because I'd be dealing with people's bills somewhat, whereas I heard directly from my interviewer at A that he doesn't see credit issues as defining of character, just a problem that people run into and need to solve. Also, my friend works there (just found out from other friend that it's actually on that team--didn't know that) and she had a similar credit situation to mine when she was hired, no problem.
Well, Company A thought I for sure wanted the position and is ready to start me very soon. I had to tell HR lady that I wasn't aware they'd made a decision for sure; I hadn't received a phone call or email stating such. I asked that they give me a little room and she called S (the guy who interviewed me) and talked to him. He left a voicemail I haven't responded to.
It's important to note that temporarily the transportation issue has disappeared, as I am borrowing a friend's car for time being. It's also important that with job A there is a sign-on bonus and more pay, which will help me buy a car before I have to give this one back.
So what's my problem? I'm afraid of not making sales goals. I've heard that Company A has a revolving door. I've done customer service and sales only in a retail environment. I point-blank asked the A interviewer what exactly about my retail background caught his attention when hiring for a sales position. He seems to think I have the right skill set. My friend had the same retail background as me and she's been asked if she wants to step up to supervisor. Maybe I can do it. I like the product my team would be selling. I am one of those people who can sell something I think is good. But they're not paying me $29,000 a year to not make goals.
I HATE MAKING DECISIONS! (help)
So interview with A went well, but I was unsure of the logistics, having no car. I think I even told him that, and I know when asked about the scheduling should I get the job I answered that I needed time to think about it. That night I sent him a follow-up thank-you email telling him that I was still interested, the things we agreed upon as far as business practices, etc. I distinctly remember stating that whatever his decision regarding hiring me, I was appreciative of the conversation. I did not get a response from him, but one from HR asking to clarify some things on my app. I did that but didn't hear anything about an offer.
The next day I interviewed with B and they really liked me. I saw what I'd be doing and it felt like a perfect fit; it's what I do at work now, but on the phone. The next day HR called and left a voicemail that they'd like to take me on. I kept missing her by phone but I filled out the app under her direction in a text message, knowing I'd talk to her today. Two or 3 times today she mentioned that given the passing of the background check (which is fine unless they consider bad credit a bar to employment) they'd then schedule the drug test. I'm thinking credit history might be important to them because I'd be dealing with people's bills somewhat, whereas I heard directly from my interviewer at A that he doesn't see credit issues as defining of character, just a problem that people run into and need to solve. Also, my friend works there (just found out from other friend that it's actually on that team--didn't know that) and she had a similar credit situation to mine when she was hired, no problem.
Well, Company A thought I for sure wanted the position and is ready to start me very soon. I had to tell HR lady that I wasn't aware they'd made a decision for sure; I hadn't received a phone call or email stating such. I asked that they give me a little room and she called S (the guy who interviewed me) and talked to him. He left a voicemail I haven't responded to.
It's important to note that temporarily the transportation issue has disappeared, as I am borrowing a friend's car for time being. It's also important that with job A there is a sign-on bonus and more pay, which will help me buy a car before I have to give this one back.
So what's my problem? I'm afraid of not making sales goals. I've heard that Company A has a revolving door. I've done customer service and sales only in a retail environment. I point-blank asked the A interviewer what exactly about my retail background caught his attention when hiring for a sales position. He seems to think I have the right skill set. My friend had the same retail background as me and she's been asked if she wants to step up to supervisor. Maybe I can do it. I like the product my team would be selling. I am one of those people who can sell something I think is good. But they're not paying me $29,000 a year to not make goals.
I HATE MAKING DECISIONS! (help)
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