Think I screwed up my interview then declined by Asda

LisaB85

I feel pretty crap, I prepared for what I though would be asked in my interview today but he threw in questions I have never been asked before.

He seemed impressed when I said I wanted to progress with the company etc but I feel like I was rubbish.

Did some tests on maths, information retention, listening and selling, wasn't what I expected.

Although I thought I sucked at the telephone interview and she thought I was great so hope it is a sign of things to come and that the man who saw me knew I was just a bit nervous.

Then I get home and I failed Asda assessment tests. Email to say they won't be taking my application further.

So I'm feeling a bit down about it all, any tips on how to remain upbeat and move forwards?

trishandbubs

Use each interview as a learning experience, you may not get in this time but in will certainly help with your next interview :-) I applied for a basic position with primark (they are opening up near me) and didnt even get over the first hurdle but the next day I got offered a job I applied ages ago as a floor manager so I believe everything happens for a reason and the right job will come along you just need to ride out the disappointment for a little bit longer x

LisaB85

trishandbubs wrote: »

Use each interview as a learning experience, you may not get in this time but in will certainly help with your next interview :-) I applied for a basic position with primark (they are opening up near me) and didnt even get over the first hurdle but the next day I got offered a job I applied ages ago as a floor manager so I believe everything happens for a reason and the right job will come along you just need to ride out the disappointment for a little bit longer x

I just feel disappointed I failed something so basic such as assessments for Asda, it was a check out position.

The jobs I've had interviews for have all been quite good jobs.

mosmof

LisaB85 wrote: »

I just feel disappointed I failed something so basic such as assessments for Asda, it was a check out position.

The jobs I've had interviews for have all been quite good jobs.

i wouldnt worry about it. besides, its only a checkout person. much better things to come!

SUESMITH_2

don't worry i failed the tesco interview - and now have a lovely job, much more my thing. i also felt really down at the time but im so glad i did fail because i dont think it would have been the right place for me

rhodesRocks

mosmof wrote: »

i wouldnt worry about it. besides, its only a checkout person. much better things to come!

"only" a checkout person? charming

LisaB85

mosmof wrote: »

i wouldnt worry about it. besides, its only a checkout person. much better things to come!

Thing is, I think I would enjoy the job.

sophsnan

rhodesRocks wrote: »

"only" a checkout person? charming

Thought the same as I am only a checkout person

jdp1970

Maybe you didnt get the job, cos they felt you were too good for the job!

xbrenx

Remember there will be lots more people that applied and didn't even get to interview stage. Chalk it up to experience

bevanuk

sophsnan wrote: »

Thought the same as I am only a checkout person

Go and cry elsewhere. The thread clearly isn't meant to insult you.

To some people it will be "only" a checkout position as the responsibilities are minimal. The same as to some people in the world its "only" a middle management position because to them the responsibilities are minimal.

Ask both jobs for feedback whatever happens, this is a must, or you will never learn a lesson.