Fired After 50 Part II: Interviews---The Good The Bad and the Utterly Ridiculous

I don't think that your "tummy talk" is going to blow an interview for you. Just have a sense of humor about it, and say something like, "See, even my gut is telling me that I'm a good fit for the position. " P.S. maps.yahoo.com (or maps.google.com ), and do the driving directions from point A to point B.

I am thinking hopefully, probably, that you have a cell phone. ??? It sounds as if you may be "geographically challenged", as I fully admit these days cuz I dont give a flip, lol. so...I have gps on my phone and I love it. It really helps. maybe you might want to consider something like this? your blog was quite funny too!

Have you used mapquest for directions?I hate interviewing, though it doesn't make me nervous anymore. The only thing an interview proves if you're a good or bad interviewee. I must be bad, because I've interviewed for several jobs I didn't get. Keep us posted

You must be my sister's long-lost grandmother!! She can't tell left from right, up from down... let alone follow directions! I just had her read your post, and she was almost on the floor in laughter!I just went through a long 3 month period of unemployment, but after 8 interviews, I have finally been offered and accepted a position in the ICU of my number one choice hospital. I'm in an area full of unemployed experienced and unexperienced nurses, so if I can find a job with one year of experience, I have faith in you!! My family is no stranger to unemployment benefits-- my mother has repeated bad luck with being laid off. The system is designed for otherwise successful professionals that find themselves out of work. Unfortunately, some have found ways to milk it for all it's worth, and have created the stigma notorious of unemployment benefits. Please don't feel bad about utilizing the services in the community! It does not make you any less of a person!Best of luck to you on your job search! I'll keep my eye out for your updates!!

Take some Gas-X an hour before the interview! That isn't always hunger that makes your tummy noisy. :-)I hate interviews too - with a purple passion. And I get the green apple syndrome too. So - I'd LOVE for you to come here and manage our hospice!! Too bad you live so far away. Best wishes kiddo! steph

I'm 53 and gearing up for a job change. I, too, hate the interview game. Any suggestions or warnings regarding the types of questions they ask and what they are looking for in "the perfect candidate" these days? By the way, I get lost easy---the GPS has really helped me save gas! Hope you get the job you really want. Life is too short to not enjoy what we do for a living.

2 words:1. Immodium2. KavaAlso, I like to make a "trial run" any time I have to go to a strange place for something really important. I at least drive by the building to make sure I can find it, see where parking is, etc.The fact that you're getting interviews seems like a good sign to me. It indicates that your applications/resume are strong enough to get past the first screening.Good luck!

OK, one thing that has helped me in a big way is to do a drive-by a day or so before the interview. I have done this many times. Even though it may cost me in gas and time, it really takes away that particular worry that you can't find the place on time. Once I have found it on the drive-by, then I track the mileage home and amt of time the drive takes. This will help you plan accordingly for the actual drive to the interview. Many times I have my hubby along on the drive-by, cause he's got a good sense of direction. This almost always ends up as a lunch or supper out after the mission. Oh I hate interviews, but keep it up, I found something and I'm 60. We aren't washed up yet!

Good luck! I hope you get the job. I really don't think that your stomach will have any great affect on their selection, unless they plan on hiring a robot.

You obviously have a computer. There are a variety of good mapping sites. Use them! If necessary, do a drive -by the day before. And always ask about parking - some places have really good parking facilities, others don't.You're getting interviews; that is a good sign.Best wishes!

Suggest you invest in GPS for your car or at least get the app on your cell phone. This is one of the best innovations around lately. Good luck with those interviews, at least you are getting that far!

[color="#000000"]borborygmi...i had to look it up...my family and coworkers will hate you by this time next week as i learn to use my new word...thanksi have looked for and found jobs several times since i turned 50...glad those days are behind me.hospice is a great place for you to land just now...good luck.