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Positive interview signs?

Q: I recently interviewed for a position and, as I was leaving, the potential employer said, "Well it went well for you today. You have a lot of experience." She also offered her business card to me and asked me to check out the company web site.

     The same day, I sent a thank-you note, and the next day I e-mailed her some questions. In her response, she said, "Thanks for e-mailing!" and then answered my questions and informed me again to ask any questions that I thought of.

     It sounds positive to me, but I don't want to get my hopes up. I just have faith that God will give me what I need and what I need.

Shelly

A: Say your prayers, cross your fingers and clutch your lucky rabbit's foot.

These remarks could be positive, or they could just be politeness. I wouldn't draw too many conclusions from them.

Posted by Joe Grimm 7:00 AM March 11, 2006
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