I was just so flabbergasted when I had the email that said that the position went to another candidate. No man should be left without a job. I find it extremely sad that anyone should be unemployed. But more importantly, I had the experience, and the right attitude. I keep my politics at the door, and I make sure the interview is also enjoyable for my potential employer. I also practice my speech at home, making cue cards and practicing answers.

Now, I'm not angry. I do understand that a hiring process is a business, and that hiring a candidate is an investment. I firmly believe they made a mistake. I guess this happens, and is part of reality. I knew finding a job would be hard. But I didn't think it would be this hard. In fact, it's not even hard. It's just a combination of playing wait-and-see mixed with some D&D-dicing.