Executive Treatment

    Last weekend I went on a little vacation and it was a wonderful break from my school life. I have finally hit the big time! I was able to fly first-class (coach), I stayed in a 5 star hotel (Carter residence) and traveled on a luxurious yacht (Bay Cruise). I then had a behind the scenes tour of the 11th largest company in the US. No, but really, I had a free trip home complements of an HP interview in Cuptertino. Seeing my family was great, especially since I will not see them during turkey time because of an “engagement” I have in Arkansas. Thanks again HP!

This whole job finding thing is pretty crazy. I find it interesting how much these big companies will do to tell me that I can’t work there. They fly me out, put me in a hotel, tantalize me with fine food and tell me that I am not qualified enough for their organization. Ok, so I haven’t heard back yet, but I have been though this before. I will gladly do it though…maybe there is someway I could eternally interview with companies around the country. I could travel, and not have to pay a single bill. I don’t know how Jackie would feel about this, but she would get to come sometimes too.

We will all cross our fingers (minus Jackie) that I get the job. Since I was about 11 and my dad drove me down to Sunnyvale to buy a computer I have always wanted to be part of the Silicon Valley. A job at HP would make that dream a reality. Sure, I know the housing is marked up more than airport food, but during the visit I found the area to be pretty nice. From a business perspective it is a very exciting place. There is always something new and innovative going on behind the doors of all the technology companies based there. I might get sick of it and decide to move to the country, but I should at least try it out.

In the next week we will know what happens…