fishforfun

Interview prep is a tool. I would guess the percentage of those that have not used it could be counted on one hand. If you use the tool correctly you still get the real you. I hope you didn't read any gouge or study for any technical tests either, to avoid not getting the real you.

Learflyer

Apples and Oranges. The real you is the real you. I could definitely see someone (heck, maybe even me) get confused while trying to answer a TMAAT question with a slight hesitation on whether or not to use a more relaxed (be myself) answer, or try and remember how to approach it utilizing a prep course. Job interviews need to change. The only way to "get to know someone" is to spend a 4-day trip with them.

Second look at working interviews?

Spookywatcher

I don't think he or anyone else was saying "Don't use prep." He was just relaying what they said during the interview.

I myself didn't do interview prep (due to zero days off from invite to interview) and I got the CJO. I'm not trying to argue either. We are just trying to give future candidates the recent gouge.

I was asked during the interview..."You didn't do any prep did you?" Followed by a fist pump and an enthusiastic "Thank You". True story.

Again I am in no way saying guys/gals should not do prep. Myself and others are just giving the latest gouge from extremely recent and relevant experiences. And just trying to help all the others trying to get on.

Spooky

Edit*** If I had had any days off, I would have done prep.

LUVWannabe

What are the realistic possibilities/timelines of someone getting DAL? I did a search, but nothing is very recent. Thanks!

flyguy81

I used Centerline. I got the job at SWA.

For the prep they emailed some info, gouges and said to think up 10-15 stories that revolved around leadership, strengths, weaknesses, etc.

Then we did a 3 hour video chat to go over what to expect and how to figure out what they're wanting from the questions asked so that I don't ramble or have any awkward silence while I think. Then the night before the interview we met up and went over any questions I had.

They don't tell you what to say or anything. Centerline's whole deal is to be genuine and how to express yourself in the stories you tell so they can meet the real you in the 30 min or so that you have.

They asked in my interview how I prepared and if I did prep. I said I did and the reason was that it seemed kinda silly to not do everything I possibly could to be 100% prepared when SWA was the place I wanted to work at for 20 years. I didn't get the impression that they were turned off by it. They agreed with me that it's a small price to pay to get your dream job.

Your mileage may vary. For me it worked. Not a necessity but it helped me be more comfortable and I got hired.

e6bpilot

I have a bud who got it on their second vacancy bid. YMMV, but it is generally considered a fairly junior base for both captains and FOs.

LUVWannabe

Interesting. At one time, it was the most senior.

e6bpilot

Current pay rates in TFP.

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e6bpilot

Wright going away has flipped Dallas on its head. Still a lot of senior guys there, but it has grown tremendously and junior guys have a good fighting chance there. Same thing with Houston. Both bases continue to grow with each bid.

FlyinSailor

Thank you, and any idea what it will be for 2016?