They make it hard

I got the call from the other employer on Thursday and I felt sick. While the job I have is a better fit, working for this company would be an awesome opportunity.

This morning one of the hiring managers called and asked me to change my mind. I told him I had already committed and that I wouldn't feel right taking it back. Then the other manager called me and she told me how disappointed she was. She said that she was leaving the job open for a couple of months.

I told them both that I wanted to keep in touch and to keep the door open.

Is it normal to feel awful in this type of situation? It's not like there isn't a huge pool of folks to choose from in this economy.

I am also flattered beyond belief.

I used the presentation that I got from the networking meeting. I sincerely believe that this is what put me over the top. It's a four page PowerPoint, printed and bound (in a report thingy with a clear cover.)

1. Industry Trends-3 points
2. Why X company is leveraged for success-3 or 4 points
3. What I bring to the position-3 points
4. Career goals (and how this job fulfills them)-3 points

It took a bit of research, but as you can see, it pays dividends. I spoke with the guy who taught the workshop and thanked him profusely.

So that's where we are now. It's not a bad place to be.