Location, Location, Location

Ok. You've got me. You've somehow created a resume that has tricked me into calling you; now what?

First impressions are important, especially when you're interviewing for a new job. Allow me to share a first impressions that has been burnt into my memory.

The Piece of Cake Interview

You wanted the job. You're qualified on paper. I'm inspired by your resume and want to talk to you about the position. WHAT could go wrong? Let's start with the fact that you've scheduled this telephone interview for a time that you are required to GO OUT AND BUY A CAKE FOR YOUR MANAGER'S WIFE'S BIRTHDAY. Seriously?

Yes- now I know that you're loyal to your manager and that when given a task, you will go to great lengths to complete it. Those virtues, however, are immediately overshadowed by the fact that you are panting into the phone and cursing at other cars in traffing while you give me 50% of your attention and the other 50% to your impending cake-situation. Please escort yourself to the crossroads of opportunity and unemployment. Grab me a latte on your way there, will you?