It all started in May. A staff member of Public Affairs from Washington D.C. called me and asked if I would be interested in a new media director position in the Capital Office working with the Whitehouse, Administration and Public Affairs in the National Service department. That phone call will remain the highlight of my career. Today, I received a call that the other individual was chosen. Can you imagine being up against the best in the country? Nerve-wracking, extremely stressful and ultimately: Incredible! I thought heavily and remained hopeful for three months. When I hung up the phone, a series of scattered emotions went through my mind. Was I disappointed? (Sure.) Did I feel I had a lot to offer? (Definetly.) The one thing I wasn’t, was anything but elated to have been given the chance. I told my contact, “This will remain the highlight of my career, thank you for considering me.” The best part was, I truly meant it. Being chosen to be a candidate, then chosen to make it to the next level was amazing.
To be honest: When you realize that you’ve made an impact and others have noticed? Sometimes, that simple recognition propels you forward.
I’m proud of our Administration. Proud that we are sourcing candidates via Social Media and incredibly honored to say I was able to interview with some of the most brilliant minds in the nation to lead our country towards a mindshift in volunteerism and giving. The impressions we make, truly matter. Everyone has something to offer.
Humbled.
What an honor to be considered as a candidate! Congratulations on making it as far as you did and, obviously, having an impact in the social media world.
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Proud ,,, and as info they missed the number one ! Keep going and keep growing !
Wow! What an amazing experience! I am so thrilled for you to have had the experience even though you were not chosen.Your attitude and resilience show your true character. Every time we step out and take a risk and yes this was a risk, because not getting the position was a real outcome, yet when we do this it strengthens our character. I have to believe you were not chosen because there is something out there bigger than this waiting for you. I think you are so talented and bring so much good to those around you and your true calling is still being defined. This is a badge of honor and you sharing it with others shows them that it is ok to not be chosen, we still get so much out of the process. Thank you for sharing.
Wow! I’m impressed. I’m also sad for you, as that gig would have been a gas, and Wash DC is a happenin’ place. But trust the fates: Your path will take you somewhere equally cool. You’re on your way already. Thanks for sharing a great story! *kirk