A bit of unexpected courtesy

I went for a job this week and had to meet the guy who I would be assisting, if successful. We got on ok, had some amusing banter, and I was feeling quite positive about it. However, it was at a university in a medical research project, so I knew there was always a chance it would be filled internally. Since the meeting I've been anxiously awaiting news of shortlisting for interview.

I got an email today from the Dr I'd met earlier in the week. It was really nice. I haven't been shortlisted but he thought I was very capable and said it would have been fun to work with me. They've had to shortlist people with appropriate backgrounds in university/research admin. I can understand that. It's amazing how much better I feel because he took the time to personally email me, and to be so positive. I can think about the whole experience with a smile now, instead of feeling completely crestfallen.

It makes such a difference when someone is prepared to take 5 minutes to offer a bit of courtesy and kindness. I'd like to thank Dr Tom Solomon for that, here and now.

Right. Back to the jobseekers drawing board...