I receive a phone call...

@rjvb26 (2518)
Philippines
February 3, 2010 8:15am CST
Hello there, it's been a while since i last posted discussions here at mylot, and i do hope some of you still remember me. Anyway, i received a phone call and they are asking me to teach at the Lyceum, at first i felt nervous cause i am not that good for such university, but then again i realized that i must be confident in order for me to fulfill my dreams and my purpose as a human being in this planet. Do you think i can do this? And do you think i can compete with other educators who are more experienced than me and more intelligent than me? I need help, i am still a bit nervous right now, but little by little i am trying to conquer it, this is my dream, but, do you think this is it?
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@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
4 Feb 10
I really think that's awesome. You should definitely go for it; go all the way.. If you feel it in your passion to teach, why not. I think you definitely have it in you to do it. Go for it. With a Masters, you are more than qualified and I think that is most people's dreams, to be able to teach in a University some-more and share your wisdom and visions to the other students. Remember this always. They are there to learn something from you, so give your best shot.
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@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
5 Feb 10
Thanks, bro..
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• Philippines
4 Feb 10
I advise you to heed this guy's advise. He has a talent to tell people's worth
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
You make me feel good and think that i am really good on this. Thank you so much and sure to take your advice, and promise i will never let you down.
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@drannhh (15219)
• United States
3 Feb 10
Of course you can do this! Often the new instructors are much better teachers than the older ones (not always!) and it is because they try harder and still remember what it feels like to be insecure. Just be like a stage actor = nervous behind the curtain, but bold in front of it. The students are already nervous enough, so they do not need to know you are nervous too, but a little nervousness hidden deep inside of you will make you a more sympathetic and kinder instructor, I hope. Kind but firm, of course, as you are a role model, not necessarily a friend to the students. Of course we remember you! Of course it is your dream!
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@drannhh (15219)
• United States
4 Feb 10
I guess Shakespeare should get credit for that analogy, but thanks just the same, Zed.
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@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
4 Feb 10
I like the stage actor theology..
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
Hi there drannhh, it is been a while, and it is nice to know that you still remember me. All of what you say is right, and this time i think i need to learn more from you, as you are a more experienced educator than me. Thank you so much and have a great day.
@LeeHolt (433)
3 Feb 10
Are they asking you to interview for the job or? You should definatly go for it, even though there are people with more experience and knowledge going for it! If you get it, then great, it's a dream come true, but if you don't, you havent lost anything from it have you? Just don't get too upset if you don't get it, it's nothing to be down about, they just don't realise your potential ;) Best of luck to you my friend, Lee.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
3 Feb 10
They are not asking for an interview, i think I've been recommended by someone that until now, i do not have an idea who he/she is. The problem is, on that university, all the educators already have Phd, and i only have Master's degree. That is why i am nervous, anyway, thanks for the motivation. Well said my friend.
@LeeHolt (433)
3 Feb 10
You never know, qualifications aren't everything theese days, more and more employers are looking at skills and experience moreover qualifications, as an example, i've just been shortlisted for a job I do not have the qualifications for, simply because I have lots of experience! Are you planning on getting you PHD? Lee.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
Yes i am my dear..
• Pamplona, Spain
3 Feb 10
Hiya rjvb, Take the Job while you can you never know when you will get another chance like that one. Don´t compare yourself to the others just believe in yourself as much as you can and go for it grab that Job before someone else does it. Sure you will be nervous but nerves make you grow and overcome the fear and you will find yourself able to handle the situation at hand. You go for the Job just jump in and get your feet wet. Write and tell us all about it as well. Good luck and don´t look back if you can help it.
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
Hello lovinangelsinstead21 Of course i will, and you are right, we never know when and where this opportunity will happen again. You are right, if i have the nerves to pursue this dream and opportunity then I surely can, overcome my fears and insecurities. I will sure to update you about this, but i guess it will be a bit of a long time before i will post the results here, since they asked me to handle college students and the subjects are more on Psychology as that was my major. Anyway, thanks for this and i will surely take your advice. I will never let the people who are believing in me, down!
• Pamplona, Spain
5 Feb 10
Hiya rjvb, Rjvb sure you can do it. It´s only natural to worry that´s what makes us what we are. Well no more about nerves as I don´t want to make you more nervous just go there to your Job and you will have a great time. Hope all goes well for you what a piece of good news for a change. Jobs are becoming like buried Treasure lately. Good luck rj.
• Boston, Massachusetts
4 Feb 10
Hi Rjvb, Long time no see friend...nice to see you posting a new discussion. Of course i remember you--you are one of those who posts consecutive discussions...a lot...many...more... Congratulations that you were chosen, you were given the chance to teach in the said university. be proud and be thankful for this great opportunity. believe in yourself and you will be able to manage your fear and nervousness. Good luck you can make it. if they can... YOU CAN DO BETTER!
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• Boston, Massachusetts
5 Feb 10
of course i remember you. i am one of those who consistently respond on your earlier discussions. so how can i forget RJ. anyway, let me be the one to congratulate you because i know you will make it. cheers friend!
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
Wow, you really remember me, anyway, you are right, if they can do it, then why can't I? Besides we are all humans and we have the same unique talent in existence and that is intelligence and i think i need to use it now. Have a great day.
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@hexeduser22 (7253)
• Philippines
4 Feb 10
I must say go go go! Grab the opportunity because this kind of opportunity seldom knocks in our lives. I'm happy for you! I may not know you personally but I know you can do it
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@zed_k4 (17589)
• Singapore
5 Feb 10
Yes, bro, that's the spirit..
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
Wow, thank you so much, the it is a GO GO GO for now! You are right, this rarely happens and i think there is a need of not letting this opportunity go, cause if i will, there will surely be very big part of my life that i will miss.
• India
4 Feb 10
Since you’ve got a call from them, you must be qualified enough to teach so don’t worry so much. Regarding experience, well yes, it counts a lot but then you wont get any experience if you don’t start at some point…don’t be afraid of making mistakes, they are our best teachers and the more you learn from them with an open mind, the more experienced you will be.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
You are right about all what you stated in this discussion, mistakes are the best teachers and i need not to worry much, besides they are the ones who are inviting me.
@mipen2006 (5528)
• Australia
3 Feb 10
Hi rjvb, go for it. You wouldn't have the invitation if they weren't confident that you can do the job. It doesn't take long for your confidence to build up. Good luck!
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@mipen2006 (5528)
• Australia
5 Feb 10
Hey rjvb, let me know how you go, if you don't mind.
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
Thank you so much mipen, and i do appreciate this message of yours, and you are right about that, they will not even bother inviting me if they do not like me. have a great day my friend.
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@thuhuong (823)
• United States
4 Feb 10
Hello rj! You should feel very honored to have received such a once in a lifetime call. As it may be your dream, you will not know unless you try! For being nervous is only the human reaction to greater things. If you look at it as a healthy step towards conquering your dreams, you'll find that it's only part of the journey. I wish you success and joy on your journey in teaching. Perhaps you can help us with what you're specializing in! :)
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
O yes! You are right about that, i should feel great and really honored for having this kind of opportunity. Thank you very much and of course i am always at your service, i am open for people who seeks help, as long as i know what to do and i know i can do something. Have a great day.
@jdyrj777 (6530)
• United States
4 Feb 10
Go for it. They must have seem something good in your resume or they would not have called you. Be confident, think possitive. You can do it.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
O yes, i will for sure! With all the positive and motivating comments coming from my friends and others as well here in mylot, I am now sure that i can do it and i am now sure that i have the guts to go for it. Thank you so much and have a great day!
@paula27661 (15811)
• Australia
4 Feb 10
Wow that’s an impressive job for someone your age! Are you feeling proud of yourself? You should be! Think positive thoughts because I doubt they offer positions like this one to just anyone. They clearly believe in you and your ability and you should too. Of course you can do the job that is why you got it. You must believe in yourself and keep on going because it sounds like you are well on the way of achieving your dreams and still be young enough to really enjoy it! Well done and good luck!
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
Now, i am proud, with all those messages that i have received from fellow ,mylotters and from you, it really boost me up and i am sure now that i can really do the job. Have a great day and thank you very much for this.
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@pengbubu (1011)
• China
4 Feb 10
Go for it, as other mylotters saying. I think you should have a try at least. You won't know you can't do it if you don't have a try. If you failed, at least you have a answer that teaching is not suitable for you. You can do other things. Do it no matter whatever the result is. People can't success all the time. That is my my point. Best wishes for you! Rjvb26.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
You are right, and i really think i need to have a try at least, i really cannot do it if i will not even bother trying it, and i will not know if i can do it, if i will not do something. You are right on all of what you said and i guess i just need to be more open minded person and be confident enough to face this challenge. Have a great day.
• China
4 Feb 10
Hi, rivb26 This is really a good opportunity, and this is your dream, now you have a chance to make your dream come true, why not? And I think you need trust yourself, have enough confidence to accept this job, and believe that you will do good, if you love this job, you will do your best for it, and I'm sure that you are competent for this job.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
Wow, thank you for this, and you really helped boost my confidence right now. Have a great day ahead.
• China
3 Feb 10
hello ~ i m new here and this's my first response.what i want to say is that we should be confident whatever we are facing. if u want to do something , just go for it confidently . i think it's a process to improve ourselves,and anxious or nervous is common in the process. everyone has his or her own advantages.just never stop learning to know the planet,try your best and then embrace the beautiful tomorrow.cheer up and good luck !
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
3 Feb 10
First of all, i welcome you here in mylot. Second, i like your idea, and you really impressed me. Third, your message really motivated me and increased my confidence. I am close on forgetting that i am a psychologist and need not to loose confidence. You kinda make e remember that i need to be me and i need to be competitive no matter what. Have a great day! And for Best Response for your First Post! Not a bad start? right?
• China
4 Feb 10
oh,i feel flattered.Thank u very much for giving me best response,it is definitely a good start =) i m glad u understand what i said,coz my english is in improving now. anyway,thank u and good luck again!
@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
3 Feb 10
Don't put that negative thoughts in front of you even before attempting the job. Who says you can't. Nothing is impossible if you put your heart and soul to what you do. When my sister went to Australia to accompany her husband to further his studies, she went without expecting of getting a job there. But being an IT expert, she applied for a lecturing job in one of the college there and got the job almost immediately. Her pin size did not deter her from lecturing a class of adult students most of whom are a head taller than her. Nothing is impossible if you put confidence in yourself.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
That is a very nice and motivating story zandi, i guess you are right, there is no need to think negatively, cause if i do, i will end up blaming myself for not reaching my goals in life.
@dawnald (85129)
• Shingle Springs, California
3 Feb 10
If it's your dream, go for it. The worst thing that could happen is that it wouldn't work out, but you would have learned something from the experience. But more likely it will work out for you and be great!
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
yeah it is really my dream, cause for me this dream can give me a way and opportunity to contribute big things in the society by nurturing and producing contributory citizens in the future.
• United States
3 Feb 10
It sounds to me like this is something you've been looking for for some time now so I don't think that balking is the call of the day and as far as nervous goes, I should hope so. Isn't it that bit of doubt that keeps us focused on what we seek to achieve and on how we pursue to achieve it? And wouldn't that fare far better than overconfidence and arrogance?..Can you do it? Well, you surely can't if ya don't try for it... Enjoy!
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
You are right about that greefeathers, I've been really waiting for this opportunity, and as for your advice, i will surely take it, you are right about it, if i will not try it, then there is no way of knowing if i can do it. Have a great day my friend!
• Amman, Jordan
3 Feb 10
any body will take some advantage that not of his study or knowledge. i hope you be chalenger to do this and be sucsess
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
I surely will. Thanks for this message, have a great day.
@rexrevol (328)
• Philippines
4 Feb 10
Hello again! The door haz already been opened for you...why not proceed? Thiz might be your big break! It may be hard and needz a little adjuztment at firzt but I believe you got what it takez to be an educator..Anyway, education iz a never-ending procezz of learning.. The more you teach, the more you learn..the more you gain experience..and if it iz God'z will, He might let you ztay there for a while and let you continue zharing what you already know what you will be learning more..to your ztudentz.. Evryone haz to move on at zome point..and if God doez not allow it..then He muzt have a better plan in store for you.. What matterz iz you tried and win or loze at leazt you did what you have to do. Regarding thoze other educatorz who are already ahead of you...They may zeem out of reach already but remember that they did ztart alzo az a beginner.. Believe in yourzelf..whatever the rezultz may be, truzt God to lead the way.. My prayerz are with you. God blezz in purzuing your dream..GoodLuck! Break a leg!
@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
Wow, this was very inspiring and motivating. You are right, God maybe have a plan for me why this opportunity is knocking on me. You are right again, those people are hard to reach now, but then again i realize one thing, we are all humans and we have different talents and level of intelligence and i guess i have something that those people do not have or.. let's just say they badly need. Have a great day and thank you very much for this. I will not let you down.
@kaylachan (56231)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
4 Feb 10
I think you should go for it. Not very many people get to live their dreams. You shouldn't deny y yourself. Life is like that sometimes. Dreams often have to be worked for, but if you don't try you'll never know if you can reach that dream ofr if it'll remain out of reach. Go for it, jump right in. Once you do it for a while (a few months) you'll never know how good you are at it.
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@rjvb26 (2518)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
Thank you so much for this, and you are right, i guess i really need to go for it and put away my fears. Have a great day.