After 2 years and 6 months of being a teammate in our company I have finally been promoted!
It was indeed good news. And it was a position in the company that I have always dreamed to have but has never thought that I would have the chance.
Things happened so fast. And I must say that everything came as a surprise.
It all started with an interview that was never mentioned to us til the very day of the interview. I was even half awake when I read the message. Funny thing was, I didnt realize that I was an hour an a half away from the scheduled interview! You wouldnt believe how I made it on the interview!
The following day, I was notified that I was short listed! This was already a big achievement for me! Truth of the matter is, I have never been short listed before. So for me, this was already a gift. At least I have proven somehow that I have an edge.
I arrived two hours before the schedule. Of course I have to prepare and have the correct mind setting before I fought in the war; before I face these people who will judge me and will gauge my skills if I would be appropriate for the position. I honestly think I am not really good in impressing people and I am not good in selling my self to the extent of boasting.. I am scared that they would have a negative impression of me. I guess that applies for everyone.
But anyway, I had to wait for 5 hours for my turn. Yes. 5 long hours. 5 hours of anticipating. 5 hours of strong throbbing of my heart. 5 hours of cold and sweating hands. 5 hours of thinking how I should present my self.
For every applicant, one hour was the least that was given to prove what u got.
I was the 6th out of the 7 who got short listed. And when my turn came, all I had in mind was just to have the discussion end and carry on with my life.
I must admit I was overwhelmed with the responses I have received after the interview. I must also say that the sincerity of what I said during that time exuded that it got so apparent that the panel of interviewers need not to question.
I have received positive feedback. Not to mention that some has even called me or sent me a message just to let me know how impressed they were. Modesty aside, they even said that it was only with me that they clapped their hands just to show how impressed they were with me.
I had to wait for a week. A week that felt longer than the usual.
The big day has finally arrived. The day that declared I am now a trainer!
Yup, I am now a trainer. Like what I have mentioned earlier, I have never thought that I would be one. For me, it is a position that is highly classified. Big wing position.
Big thanks to my TL, James Leyson, my mentor. For the last couple of years, he has molded me to be what I am today. Your leadership has been exceptional that I am looking up to you.
To my significant other, DKA. You are my lucky charm I guess aheheh.:P
To my family, for all the support. I may have not been always there for you and I know I have to make it up to all of you big time. And I'm sorry for all my shortcomings.
And to God, thanks for hearing my prayers. And big thanks for giving me this gift.... the skill to teach.
This is just the beginning....
