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I had a phone interview on Monday. I wasn’t really that into the job - but I tried to do my best in the interview anyway, because I *need* a job.

I just found out I didn’t get the job. Now I’m bumming. If I had really seriously wanted it more, would that have made any difference?

UPDATE:

I just had a call from a different recruiter, for a different job.

The only possible hitch with this one is: it’s not local; and they’re saying you can only work remotely while COVID is still a thing.

Would it be wrong to apply for it, and hope they keep people working from home for a long time?

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SW-User

Was the job in the field you want to be in?
If yes, did you have some underlying concern ??

SmartKat · 56-60, F

@SW-User The job is in the field I have worked in for 20 years. It was with a bank. I’ve worked for a bank before and was not happy there; I prefer contracts with government agencies. But I would take a job with a bank. I need money, you know?

I really thought I did my best to sound “enthusiastic,” but given that I’m a calm type of person in the first place, maybe I didn’t act excited enough.

SW-User

@SmartKat it is difficult to say..
They may not have wanted to pay for your experience...
That’s what experienced teachers deal with as you reach retirement..
A district can hire two kids out of college for what they are paying the veteran.

In this market though...I can’t begin to guess the thought processes of hiring managers.

SmartKat · 56-60, F

@SW-User That’s true. I’m at a bad age for job hunting.

They want us to work until we’re 90, but they don’t want to hire us after we turn 50.