Mackay has wanted to work for Nike for a long time. He applied several times but never heard back from anyone. Then finally they responded and set up an interview for February 16th. He was prepped and ready and really nervous.
Due to Covid his interview was over Zoom. He didn't realize that it wouldn't be just him and the employer. There were two people interviewing two candidates. The other guy wanting the job was a older guy, a Walmart manager, with a lot of experience with sales. After an entire HOUR of trying to come up with smart answers to try to win over these men, Mackay came down - shivering and shaking - adrenalin let down. He was sure it was a done deal. He wouldn't get the job. He also learned that they were interview 16 more people that day. I asked if they would let him know either way. He said they'd let him know by email. Mackay fulled expected to be told no.
Days passed. I didn't ask him if he'd checked his emails. Finally on Saturday February 20th, I quietly asked is he had heard back from Nike. He didn't say anything but just sent my phone a picture. HE GOT THE JOB!!!
I am so glad they saw Mackay for who he is - a good kid, smart, kind, calm, and hard working. He started February 25th. His hours are crazy long but he is loving it
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