Quitting my job, family of 4. What next?

[Stillraining]

All my best to you and yours.

 

[xpops]

Also, to add, the biggest reason for me posting here is that I know how awesome of a community this is. It's also full of like minded, ingenuitive people. It's been more beneficial networking than anything else I've done online, this far. The feedback and support has been very valuable and the OMG reactions are fun too. It's a risk, but much in life is. Also, a few members have reached out to me privately, which is amazing.
Unfortunately, I haven't gotten both my feet underneath me yet as a parent has become very ill, multiple cancers. But, right now, that's more important. This is time I won't get back or be able to makeup for. Honestly, makes me that much happier I left my prior engagement as I would not have been able to spend he time with them I have. Another added bonus is we've been dwindling down the deep freezer, so I'll have room for more hops! Kidding, kinda.

Thanks to all of you again. Prost!

Exactly! you can always make more money - you cannot make back lost time!

best of wishes to you and your family!

 

[b-boy]

Thanks for the feedback. Not saying to fully turn it around, I but getting a feel for the culture of the business is important to me. Also, knowing that there are opportunities for advancement. Any tips of verbiage /approach on this?

I'd probably save it for the end of interview questions.

It's nice to have some follow-up questions, and those give you a chance to get the interviewer talking. Ask what the interviewer likes about the company. Ask a little about his background, and how he got to where he is. You'll give an impression of interest in the job as well as the interviewer. You'll also come across as more human than robot.

You want to let the interviewer know who you are. When I conduct interviews that's always my biggest concern. Who am I talking to? I ask a lot of open ended questions and just let the candidate talk. If I feel like I'm talking to someone who had just memorized a bunch of standard responses, I'll usually pass on them.

My first question is usually 'Tell me about yourself', followed by 'Tell me what you know about this company.' I got to the point where I could tell you what local college the candidate attended based on his responses. There's a lot of coaching going on out there.

You want to avoid sounding like everyone else. You need to be memorable.

 

[Jwin]

I'd probably save it for the end of interview questions.

It's nice to have some follow-up questions, and those give you a chance to get the interviewer talking. Ask what the interviewer likes about the company. Ask a little about his background, and how he got to where he is. You'll give an impression of interest in the job as well as the interviewer. You'll also come across as more human than robot.

You want to let the interviewer know who you are. When I conduct interviews that's always my biggest concern. Who am I talking to? I ask a lot of open ended questions and just let the candidate talk. If I feel like I'm talking to someone who had just memorized a bunch of standard responses, I'll usually pass on them.

My first question is usually 'Tell me about yourself', followed by 'Tell me what you know about this company.' I got to the point where I could tell you what local college the candidate attended based on his responses. There's a lot of coaching going on out there.

You want to avoid sounding like everyone else. You need to be memorable.

Behavioral interviewing. Got you there.
Yea, best off hiring the best people, not the best resume/response. Well, assuming it's a company that wants to hire great people, even if some development is needed,vs someone who can step into position but has other non-compatibilities.
Thanks for the feedback

 

[xpops]

Hey Jwin - no update in a while - how did things turn out for you in the last few months?

 

[Jwin]

Still kicking! About a week after I left my job, my father was diagnosed with multiple forms of cancer. He passed on the third of this month. I was able to spend time with him each day, which would have been impossible before. I decided to take a job at a craft beer store for income for the time being. Had my rotator cuff repaired a week ago. Going to hit the ground running again in another week or so.
Hasn't been great, but I'm grateful that I was able to spend that time with him and don't regret anything one bit. I am considering using my inheritance to open my own bottle shop with a format unique to Nashville (everything cold, sold as individuals+growlers and pints,if I can figure out how the legality of serving).

 

[skraeling]

Software development maybe? For sure challenging.

 

[RedlegEd]

Still kicking! About a week after I left my job, my father was diagnosed with multiple forms of cancer. He passed on the third of this month. I was able to spend time with him each day, which would have been impossible before. I decided to take a job at a craft beer store for income for the time being. Had my rotator cuff repaired a week ago. Going to hit the ground running again in another week or so.
Hasn't been great, but I'm grateful that I was able to spend that time with him and don't regret anything one bit. I am considering using my inheritance to open my own bottle shop with a format unique to Nashville (everything cold, sold as individuals+growlers and pints,if I can figure out how the legality of serving).

Jwin, my condolences and prayers on the loss of your dad. Thank goodness you had the time & opportunity to spend time with him before he passed. I promise you, that time together with him will come back to you as a blessing the rest of your life. I've been keeping up with you ever since your first post. I'm pulling for you and your family, and somehow have a feeling your resilience and spirit will not only get you through this, but get you to a much better place. God bless you. Ed

 

[xpops]

Still kicking! About a week after I left my job, my father was diagnosed with multiple forms of cancer. He passed on the third of this month. I was able to spend time with him each day, which would have been impossible before. I decided to take a job at a craft beer store for income for the time being. Had my rotator cuff repaired a week ago. Going to hit the ground running again in another week or so.
Hasn't been great, but I'm grateful that I was able to spend that time with him and don't regret anything one bit. I am considering using my inheritance to open my own bottle shop with a format unique to Nashville (everything cold, sold as individuals+growlers and pints,if I can figure out how the legality of serving).

so nice that you had that opportunity! that alone was probably worth leaving your job - but so sad to hear that news

having the opportunity to open your own bottle shop sounds like a great goal! working at a craft beer store in the meantime doesn't sound too shabby either

cheers,

 

[JohnSand]

My genuine sympathy on the loss of your Dad.
Good luck with your new endeavors.