trips they looked forward to going on. “What made you want to apply for this position?” she asked.
“Well, I started out my education for early child development and unfortunately due to some uncontrollable circumstances, I had to drop out. Ultimately I would love to go back to school and finish out my degree as children are my passion. However, at the time I’m trying to save up some money to make that happen, and when I saw this position open, I decided to take a chance.”
The woman nodded, as Charity told her story when Charity was done Evelyn put down her pencil and gave Charity an inquisitive look. “May I ask you a question about your current employment?” Evelyn asked. Charity froze but slowly nodded. “Why would you possibly want to stop working for the Mayor?” she asked. Her face was stone-like until she finally smiled and it relieved Charity. “I won’t lie…this job isn’t near as glamorous as a job at the Mayor’s office would be.”
Charity chuckled lightly. “Honestly, the hours are what’s causing me to look elsewhere.”
Evelyn’s smile softened a bit. “I’m afraid we won’t be able to compete with the money he can offer you.”
Charity had to admit that thought worried her. No one would be able to compete with that, but she couldn’t work with him again, and the money would have to take a backseat to her sanity. She shrugged nonchalantly. “I realize that, but I’m willing to waver on that a little.”
Evelyn snickered, picking up a paper from her desk. “Alright, then, let’s proceed with the interview.”
They did just that, and Evelyn didn’t question her intentions of leaving the Mayor’s office anymore. She kept thinks going rather smoothly, and Charity began to relax. Every time Evelyn asked a question, Charity was able to fire back an answer. By the smile on Evelyn’s face, she believed she was giving it her best shot. Even when she asked the tough questions, Charity felt confident that she provided clear-cut responses that didn’t shy away from the valid points.
When Evelyn was finished asking questions, she put down her paper. “What are some questions you have for me?” she asked.
Charity quickly thought. Evelyn had gone over the hours, job responsibilities, benefits, and dress code, all while continuing with the interview questions. She couldn’t think of anything Evelyn didn’t cover. “When are you hoping to have the position filled?” Charity asked, if for no other reason than to ask something.
Evelyn smiled. “Well, I would like to have the position filled by next week, and I’m sure you’ll need to give two weeks notice, at least, should you get the job.”
Charity just nodded, even though she had no intention of doing something so courteous to Derek. Charity fidgeted in her seat. “I really appreciate you asking me in today.”
Evelyn nodded and continued her smile. “It was great speaking with you.” She was the first one to get up, and they shook hands. Charity followed her out of the office and down the corridor, where she once again saw the crabby lady. “Have a great day, Ms. Parker,” Evelyn replied, waving as Charity passed the desk.
Charity nodded to the woman who remained nameless, and she politely told the woman to have a nice day. Then she walked out of the daycare and went back to her car. She glanced at her watch on the way. It's been a little over an hour since stepping foot in the office, and she felt great about the interview. At least, she didn’t think she could have done any worse.
****
Derek listened as the contractor told him that all buildings have been demolished, and they would be ready to break ground as planned. He sighed with relief. It was a long time coming, but he was happy something was finally on schedule. “Great news! Thanks for calling.” He hung up the call, and before it could fully land in the cradle, it
“Well, I started out my education for early child development and unfortunately due to some uncontrollable circumstances, I had to drop out. Ultimately I would love to go back to school and finish out my degree as children are my passion. However, at the time I’m trying to save up some money to make that happen, and when I saw this position open, I decided to take a chance.”
The woman nodded, as Charity told her story when Charity was done Evelyn put down her pencil and gave Charity an inquisitive look. “May I ask you a question about your current employment?” Evelyn asked. Charity froze but slowly nodded. “Why would you possibly want to stop working for the Mayor?” she asked. Her face was stone-like until she finally smiled and it relieved Charity. “I won’t lie…this job isn’t near as glamorous as a job at the Mayor’s office would be.”
Charity chuckled lightly. “Honestly, the hours are what’s causing me to look elsewhere.”
Evelyn’s smile softened a bit. “I’m afraid we won’t be able to compete with the money he can offer you.”
Charity had to admit that thought worried her. No one would be able to compete with that, but she couldn’t work with him again, and the money would have to take a backseat to her sanity. She shrugged nonchalantly. “I realize that, but I’m willing to waver on that a little.”
Evelyn snickered, picking up a paper from her desk. “Alright, then, let’s proceed with the interview.”
They did just that, and Evelyn didn’t question her intentions of leaving the Mayor’s office anymore. She kept thinks going rather smoothly, and Charity began to relax. Every time Evelyn asked a question, Charity was able to fire back an answer. By the smile on Evelyn’s face, she believed she was giving it her best shot. Even when she asked the tough questions, Charity felt confident that she provided clear-cut responses that didn’t shy away from the valid points.
When Evelyn was finished asking questions, she put down her paper. “What are some questions you have for me?” she asked.
Charity quickly thought. Evelyn had gone over the hours, job responsibilities, benefits, and dress code, all while continuing with the interview questions. She couldn’t think of anything Evelyn didn’t cover. “When are you hoping to have the position filled?” Charity asked, if for no other reason than to ask something.
Evelyn smiled. “Well, I would like to have the position filled by next week, and I’m sure you’ll need to give two weeks notice, at least, should you get the job.”
Charity just nodded, even though she had no intention of doing something so courteous to Derek. Charity fidgeted in her seat. “I really appreciate you asking me in today.”
Evelyn nodded and continued her smile. “It was great speaking with you.” She was the first one to get up, and they shook hands. Charity followed her out of the office and down the corridor, where she once again saw the crabby lady. “Have a great day, Ms. Parker,” Evelyn replied, waving as Charity passed the desk.
Charity nodded to the woman who remained nameless, and she politely told the woman to have a nice day. Then she walked out of the daycare and went back to her car. She glanced at her watch on the way. It's been a little over an hour since stepping foot in the office, and she felt great about the interview. At least, she didn’t think she could have done any worse.
****
Derek listened as the contractor told him that all buildings have been demolished, and they would be ready to break ground as planned. He sighed with relief. It was a long time coming, but he was happy something was finally on schedule. “Great news! Thanks for calling.” He hung up the call, and before it could fully land in the cradle, it
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