Interviewing with a former vendor

Cassandra Schmigotzki

October 25,2022 at 1:16PM UTC

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Interviewing with a former vendor

Last week I emailed a former vendor asking if I could stop by and say hi after an interview around the corner from them. I'd met the boss before as she'd come to visit us years ago.

They told me that the day I reached out to them they had just started working on the job description for a new position. I had an informal interview with them while I was there and am returning Thursday for the formal interview.

Would you take the timing as a good sign?

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KatOctober 25,2022 at 1:28PM UTC
I think that's a big flashing neon sign for you. Good luck!
AnonymousOctober 25,2022 at 1:35PM UTC
Yes, I certainly would! You should be proud of yourself for having the courage to reach out. Come prepared on Thursday, do some research on what has changed within their structure and how your skill set can add to the company's strengths and profitability. Good luck, you got this!
AnonymousOctober 25,2022 at 3:00PM UTC
Absolutely! That sounds like amazing timing.
AnonymousOctober 25,2022 at 3:03PM UTC
I wouldn't question a gift. It might be meant to be. Who knows. Why question anything at this point unless you're looking for reasons to not pursue the opportunity
Megan LeasherOctober 25,2022 at 3:34PM UTC
Perhaps! Chase it down and see what happens. Good luck!
Deborah hamiltonOctober 26,2022 at 12:41PM UTC
Yes
AnonymousOctober 26,2022 at 1:35PM UTC
Yes, BUT, after your formal interview and if they present you with a job offer, make sure the company and the position check all YOUR boxes. In other words, would you pursue this opportunity on your own? Or are you just responding to how good it feels to be pursued? It may very well be perfect timing; just be sure to give it the same consideration you would any other opportunity.
Brittany Wilson, Transformational Career CoachOctober 26,2022 at 1:52PM UTC
It's definitely a great sign. And it's something you created for yourself by continuing your connections - amazing work! If this is something you are interested in, definitely send them a "thank you" message before your Thursday meeting. This will (1) show them your gratitude and (2) keep you top of mind for them. Best of luck in the process, I'm sure you will do great!
AnonymousOctober 26,2022 at 3:03PM UTC
This is how most people receive their new jobs. Networking works.
KarenOctober 26,2022 at 4:09PM UTC
Timing is just about everything. Good for you for reaching out to them while in the area!
Shelly EdwardsOctober 26,2022 at 7:07PM UTC
Sometimes the stars just align and the timing is perfect. This is why those relationships with vendors can be key. I once got a job at a construction company that had been my office landlord in a previous position. When he interviewed me, he remembered negotiating the previous lease and hired me on the spot because he knew I was a tough negotiator and wanted me on his side of the table. It's fantastic that you reached out to a vendor and now it may become an opportunity. Good luck to you!!
Felicia KhumaloOctober 26,2022 at 7:16PM UTC
There is no such thing as coincidence. Even when there is silence and it seems like things are not moving, in the spiritual dimension things are moving, the universe is always moving, working in our favor... Making life to be about perspective