‘Twas the night before the job interview, when all through my house
They could tell I was nervous, just ask my spouse!
My best dress clothes were hung in my closet with care,
In hopes that my pets would not share their hair.
My padfolio and resume were ready near my bed,
While visions of solid handshakes played out in my head.
As my recruiter reminded me during our meeting to re-cap,
One thing you need is rest, so go home and take a long nap.
While out in the kitchen a sound made me worry,
So, I jumped from my bed in a real hurry.
My cell phone was ringing with such a fit,
I picked up the phone and answered it quick.
The video call I answered had a familiar glow.
It was a former co-worker, my buddy, named Joe!
What, to my wondering thoughts, was he doing?
Oh, Joe recently got a new job where I’m interviewing.
He spoke in full detail about the place that he worked
He told me what not to say so I didn’t look like a jerk
He gave me a thumbs-up and said, “I’ve one more thing to add,”
Show up with a pen and a pad.
He looked as his watch, and said “You’re going to be fine
I’d love to talk more, but I’ve run out of time.”
But I heard him exclaim as his video went away,
Believe in yourself! Be confident! I’ll see you on your first day!
