Having Self Awareness During A Job Interview
I know everyone probably most frequently contemplated “self-awareness” in a 9:00 am Philosophy class in college or, if you were a deep adolescent, in your buddy’s parent’s basement.
However, for those of you who weren’t fully awake for the lesson, “self-awareness” is still important in your career years.
I understand that it holds some clout to win a national award or work in some capacity for a big-name agency but that doesn’t mean you hold the key to all that is good and right in the advertising world.
It’s great to be enthusiastic and excited about a great piece of work you poured endless hours into but if you think that puts you on a pedestal you’ve got another thing coming.
The advertising world is extremely dynamic and what would have won you a Titanium Lion three years ago won’t cut it today.
What I’m trying to say is, humility goes along way. Know what you’re capable of and be proud of what you have accomplished and then take a look hard look at your resume to see what else you can learn.
There is always something. No one likes a know it all and condescension tends to come back to haunt you, for instance, that Art Director you treated like a slave at one of your old jobs is now an integral part of the agency you are applying to. Oops. So, if you’re demeanor reads between the lines like this…
Why should you hire me? Because I kick ass and don’t make mistakes. In fact, the only reason I know the word “mistake” is because I’m a genius. Every word that has ever come out of my mouth has made some difference in history.
Should you be thankful I’m applying for your job? Umm…yes. You’re lucky that I care about the little people.
My resume is attached, you will probably pee your pants with excitement and want to throw your bra at me once you check it out but please don’t it’s getting old.
If you want to do something useful shut your mouth and give me a job. Peace Out and Word Up.
…then you need to take a good hard look in the mirror and gain some “self-awareness”. Know who you are, what you’ve done, and where you need to improve.
People appreciate someone who knows their strengths and weaknesses and who is looking to improve.
Respect the people around you, exhibit humility, and for goodness sakes do not tell the person who is interviewing you that, in reality, you want his job.
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