My friend is in a job interview. Senior, board level. Big chance. With the big cheese.
CEO: How good are you?
My friend: I don't have a problem selling myself, but I think it would be arrogant to respond to that
CEO:Only if you're wrong
[friendless banter]
CEO: How do I know you've not reached a plateau, shot your load? What would your referee say about you?
My friend: How do I know you've not spoken to him?
CEO: I haven't
[My friend talks about his strategic vision, sharp cost control, superlative people skills. The CEO listens.]
CEO: I have no idea who your referee is
[my friend subtley sells his referee]
CEO: But if he says that you're in
My friend: I must call him, then
The CEO doesn't flicker.
It's tough out there.
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