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what a view
I mean, of course you are gonna look, there was definately tactic being used there, but wow what a view, if i wanted a desk job i would of loved to have had that office.
Putting you in that seat facing that window, i mean that is like telling someone when they are on top of a high building not to look down, of course as soon as you say that, they look down!
I guess i won't let myself get stressed over the interview anymore, whats done is done and can't be changed, you always think you have done worse than what you have.....but well we shall see, if i don't get it, not the end of the world just make sure i nail next time!
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Putting you in that seat facing that window, i mean that is like telling someone when they are on top of a high building not to look down, of course as soon as you say that, they look down!
I guess i won't let myself get stressed over the interview anymore, whats done is done and can't be changed, you always think you have done worse than what you have.....but well we shall see, if i don't get it, not the end of the world just make sure i nail next time!
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That helpless feeling!
Hi Lady A,
When I walked out of my first interview, I threw my notes away as I was convinced that I had blown it in a huge way. But ten days later I received the call to come for the 2nd interview. Hang in there!
When I walked out of my first interview, I threw my notes away as I was convinced that I had blown it in a huge way. But ten days later I received the call to come for the 2nd interview. Hang in there!
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The point is, for all the interviewees that go through this process, sometimes they sweat too much over the little things, and they miss the big picture.
The more you understand your own life, and the reasons why you're doing this, the better your chances. Understand the fact that failing will not mean that life is over for you (have an idea of what you want to do with your life if you don't make it into Cathay), or that you are as important to them as they are important to you, will make a big difference.
Be clear, be concise, and be genuine. Lying will get you nowhere, because the interviewers would have heard the propoganda before. Treat them as if they were your best friends, only with a bit more tact and politeness in order (this will help with the nerves department, as you can speak with a more relaxed tone, perhaps even crack a joke or two, and things come out of your head easier). Confidence is important, but cockiness means bad CRM. Humbility is a very hard concept for some, but an important one nevertheless.
In regards to the technical matters, studying is important, yes. Understanding the concepts do not indicate a knowledge level, but how quickly you can learn the concepts. Remember, your knowledge level is weighed against your experience. If you have had no prior flying experience, it is understandable that you may not understand certain things. But if you have a PPL, you better know how to set an altimeter.
Again, if you do not succeed the first time, it isn't the end all and be all. There have been people who have tried three times (or more) before they succeeded.
Whether or not you looked at planes out the window is totally irrelevant. Sometimes, it may indicate that your fascination with planes is more than just a few pen strokes on a piece of paper. Don't sweat it.
The more you understand your own life, and the reasons why you're doing this, the better your chances. Understand the fact that failing will not mean that life is over for you (have an idea of what you want to do with your life if you don't make it into Cathay), or that you are as important to them as they are important to you, will make a big difference.
Be clear, be concise, and be genuine. Lying will get you nowhere, because the interviewers would have heard the propoganda before. Treat them as if they were your best friends, only with a bit more tact and politeness in order (this will help with the nerves department, as you can speak with a more relaxed tone, perhaps even crack a joke or two, and things come out of your head easier). Confidence is important, but cockiness means bad CRM. Humbility is a very hard concept for some, but an important one nevertheless.
In regards to the technical matters, studying is important, yes. Understanding the concepts do not indicate a knowledge level, but how quickly you can learn the concepts. Remember, your knowledge level is weighed against your experience. If you have had no prior flying experience, it is understandable that you may not understand certain things. But if you have a PPL, you better know how to set an altimeter.
Again, if you do not succeed the first time, it isn't the end all and be all. There have been people who have tried three times (or more) before they succeeded.
Whether or not you looked at planes out the window is totally irrelevant. Sometimes, it may indicate that your fascination with planes is more than just a few pen strokes on a piece of paper. Don't sweat it.
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good point
Well, at the end of the day i know that this is not the end all and be all of my career. Yes it would be a great foot in the door and an excellant oppertunity. All i can do is give it my best and if that is not good enough just try even harder.
Flying bagel you made some very good points that i completely agree with, i gave it a shot, hope i came across as clear and concise as i tried to be.
I also agree, the more experience you have, the more you are expected to know. It adds up the pressure. Well, i guess i will just have to wait to hear from CX. If i get this or not, there is no point in fretting or stressing over something i can do nothing about at this time. It is just the waiting game that gets me!
If not, i have been realistic that the competition is tough and there is only so many spaces per course, so i have my back up organised and will continue with the rest of my training and will try with CX again. Anyway, i am sure i won't be the only one to appreciate what you had to say there, thanks
Lady_A
Flying bagel you made some very good points that i completely agree with, i gave it a shot, hope i came across as clear and concise as i tried to be.
I also agree, the more experience you have, the more you are expected to know. It adds up the pressure. Well, i guess i will just have to wait to hear from CX. If i get this or not, there is no point in fretting or stressing over something i can do nothing about at this time. It is just the waiting game that gets me!
If not, i have been realistic that the competition is tough and there is only so many spaces per course, so i have my back up organised and will continue with the rest of my training and will try with CX again. Anyway, i am sure i won't be the only one to appreciate what you had to say there, thanks
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they will call you up directly if you make it to the next stage... and they will mail you a letter if it's a no go
hope you get a call back
yes, it's a waiting game ... but i'm sure there are a lot to do while you're in hk
hope you get a call back
yes, it's a waiting game ... but i'm sure there are a lot to do while you're in hk
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U will be ok Lady-AV
I'm sure you will be ok...don't worry so much. I had an interview with them 5 years ago when i was 19, i got thru the first stage. and i realised that their expectation for the 1st stage is not as high as we imagine. U will be alright!!! cheer up!
Just wondering is there anyone in Australia got the reply from CX yet?
i've been waiting for a long time, sounds like they calling people from UK and canada but not in Aust.....
Just wondering is there anyone in Australia got the reply from CX yet?
i've been waiting for a long time, sounds like they calling people from UK and canada but not in Aust.....
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australians
Yeah there was an australian guy there for the cadet interview and they were also conducting the de s/o interviews that day also and i believe there were a few australian candidates in that group.
Thanks for the chin up, like i said i'll just keep going with what i am doing and not worry about it until i get a call or letter. Either way not the end of the world. So the waiting continues......
Thanks for the chin up, like i said i'll just keep going with what i am doing and not worry about it until i get a call or letter. Either way not the end of the world. So the waiting continues......
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waiting for 2nd stage cadet interview
Hi all,
thx for sharing your experience over here, i just pass through the first round cadet interview and they had called me to do a further medical check 2 wks ago. After the medical check, the doctor asked me to provide some medical letter from my previous doctors to prove my health condition ( i had asthma when i was very young!)
my doctors are preparing the letters for me now, but i have no yet receive any news from the recruitment!!!
Are they waiting for my letters before calling me in for the 2nd interview??? anyway, i will send those letters to them in the coming few days. Hope they will call me soon!!!
Also, i think some of you are already pass through the 2nd interview, could you guys tell me more about it? and any suggestion to my preparation for it???
I had no any flying experience, so i hv no idea what can i prepare, just reading some material about how the plane fly and do some simple maths exercise.
thx for your info!!!
thx for sharing your experience over here, i just pass through the first round cadet interview and they had called me to do a further medical check 2 wks ago. After the medical check, the doctor asked me to provide some medical letter from my previous doctors to prove my health condition ( i had asthma when i was very young!)
my doctors are preparing the letters for me now, but i have no yet receive any news from the recruitment!!!
Are they waiting for my letters before calling me in for the 2nd interview??? anyway, i will send those letters to them in the coming few days. Hope they will call me soon!!!
Also, i think some of you are already pass through the 2nd interview, could you guys tell me more about it? and any suggestion to my preparation for it???
I had no any flying experience, so i hv no idea what can i prepare, just reading some material about how the plane fly and do some simple maths exercise.
thx for your info!!!
