Work Question

[stellabunny]

So, I need some opinions here. I applied for a job internally and didn't advance to the final round of interviews. I totally get why and am not surprised. There was a lot of competition and there are many people out there that have more and broader experience than I currently do. I'd probably be perfect for the job in 10 years, but I felt like I should apply. Anyway, two of the people on the hiring committee are people that I work with regularly and I have really positive relationships with them. They even said they would be references for me when I was out applying for jobs. I know they have to hire the best person for the job so I am not offended or put out that they didn't advance me for this position.

Everything with the recruitment process where I work is so hush-hush and awkward though. Do you guys think I should say something to those two people along the lines of completely understanding why they didn't advance me and not being upset about it? Or would that be weird? Should I just keep my mouth shut even though we all know that we all know? I don't want them to think they hurt my feelings, but I don't want to make things even more awkward by bringing it up when I shouldn't.

Anyway, on to Plan B: win Powerball lottery.

[namastebiotches]

I probably wouldn't say anything.

[eyenigh]

Nope. I'd move on with a positive attitude like you totally have and continue to do a great job toward the job you want. That will be noticed. If one of them brings it up, just speak honestly and positively.

[TheEleventhHour]

Jan 30, 2015 14:16:45 GMT -5 eyenigh said:

Nope. I'd move on with a positive attitude like you totally have and continue to do a great job toward the job you want. That will be noticed. If one of them brings it up, just speak honestly and positively.

This!

[queenbabee]

I choose plan b!

But seriously, totally agree with eyenigh. Stay positive and move on. If they wanted to talk to you about it, they would.

[stellabunny]

Thanks! I'm a big fan of doing nothing, so I really like the advice you all gave me.

[allydncr]

I think if you really wanted to, you could send an email to the entire hiring committee just briefly saying thanks for giving me the chance to interview, I learned a lot from the experience, etc. But I also think saying nothing and just being positive at work is a good way to go too, especially if that is what comes naturally to you.