How badly did I screw up?

[Danni]

So, I've been in the interviewing process for a small advertising company. It's a job I really want, so I've been really trying to cover my bases. Now, the HR recruiter emailed me for the phone numbers of some references (preferably previous supervisors). In both instances, I was off by one number (the last number of their extensions). I received an email from her later tonight stating that the numbers weren't the right ones. Of course I freaked, apologized profusely, and sent her the correct numbers. However, since it is Friday night, she won't get them until Monday. Now I'm worried that they'll reject me because of that. Any advice? Did I really mess things up?

[Drew]

Only thing I can really say is to not think about it. It's done. You can't take back the typos. You've done everything you could, and now its outta your hands. Just chill till ya hear something.

[Ridge]

IA with Drew. It's hard to do but you could also get philosophical and say hey, maybe you forgot the numbers for a reason and the job just wasn't the right one for you.

[Danni]

That's the thing, I want this job badly. It's my way of getting into the advertising industry, while maintaining an environment that I feel that I can thrive in, and I feel like I blew it.

[JER Soaps Fan]

Well, if it's one thing I've learned, it's that life is easier without thinking about the worst case scenarios. I hope you do get the job (as someone who has interviewed applicants for a job, I might just chalk a similar error up to nervousness or something, and think about your 'whole' picture; how you presented yourself at the interview, how well your communication skills were, etc). So the phone number faux pas may not be an instant execution order. Of course, if the company decides to go another way, you have to try another place. And that's why I like the 'philosophical' approach. That, coupled with refusing to think of worst-case scenarios, will help to keep your mind at ease and think about the big picture: 1) you need a job; 2) if this one doesn't pan out, that's okay, 3) cold call for interviews at other places, and 4) never give up.

[Ryan]

Everybody makes mistakes Danni. I agree with JSF 100%

[Mitchapalooza]

Everyone makes mistakes and if they can realize that, then perhaps it is better NOT working for them.

I wouldn't worry though, I am sure they will understand!

Good lukc with the job, I hope you get it!

[Q Steph]

An honest mistake should not disqualify you. I know some people who blatantly lie about their references. You didn't do that.

I hope you do get the job.

[DaysFanJean]

I hope you get the job, too.

[Actor87]

You're human. Everyone makes mistakes.

Good luck on the job

[JER Soaps Fan]

Oh, I agree about people lying about their references. A potential employer called my office about a week ago checking a reference for a guy whose employment was terminated at least four months ago. Evidently, he claimed he still worked with us. Also, the woman whose position I replaced, whom he WOULD be getting the reference from, was gone, so no one could vouch for him. I was placed in a rather sticky situation so I just forwarded the kill to higher management. I didn't want to be responsible for saying he was a liar, even though his work ethic left much to be desired.

[DevotedToAMC]

Danni don't fuss over it you sound as if you are determined and strong willed and a slight misup is totally understanding since going to a job interview is not necessarily the most fun aspect of life

Good luck!