Ngelamar 100 Remote Job Perusahaan Asing & Indonesia! Ep 3

Summary

A fresh graduate shares their job search journey after applying to 100 companies. They receive one job offer from an Indonesian company and an interview opportunity with a U.S.-based marketing agency. Despite the lower salary offer from the Indonesian company, the graduate aims to land the U.S. job for its remote work benefits and higher pay. The video details the interview preparation, nerves around speaking English, and aspirations to balance a full-time job with content creation. The episode ends with a cliffhanger on the outcome of their job hunt and the results of a video editing test.

Takeaways

• 🎓 The speaker is a fresh graduate who has applied to 100 companies, receiving one offer from an Indonesian company and an interview with an American company.
• 🇺🇸 The speaker prefers working for the American company due to its remote nature and higher salary but still has to go through an interview process.
• 💼 The Indonesian company offered a salary above average, but lower than expected, so the speaker is holding off on accepting the offer for now.
• 🎉 The speaker hasn't told their parents about the job offer yet, and their parents are happy and relieved to hear the news.
• 🤞 The speaker is hoping to secure the job with the American company, as it's more aligned with their goals and offers a flexible remote work setup.
• 🇬🇧 The interview with the American company is scheduled based on UK time, which confuses the speaker, but they believe it’s related to the company's global operations.
• 😬 The speaker is nervous about the English-speaking interview, mentioning that they haven't practiced speaking English in a long time.
• 🎥 The American company is a video editing agency working with content creators and offering flexible work hours with tight deadlines.
• 📝 The interview goes well, with the interviewer praising the speaker's communication and video editing experience. They are asked to complete a trial project as the next step.
• 🤔 The speaker is considering whether they can handle two jobs at once: the one they already have an offer for and the potential job with the American company.

Q & A

What are the main challenges the speaker is facing in their job search?

The speaker has applied to over 100 companies and has received one job offer from an Indonesian company and one interview opportunity from a US-based company. The main challenge is deciding between the Indonesian offer and continuing to pursue the US opportunity, which offers higher pay and remote work but requires passing a difficult interview process.

Why is the speaker more interested in the US-based company compared to the Indonesian company?

The speaker prefers the US-based company because it offers remote work and higher pay compared to the Indonesian offer. The flexible hours and potential for future growth are also appealing, as it aligns with the speaker's long-term goal of being a full-time content creator.

How does the speaker feel about the offer from the Indonesian company?

While the offer from the Indonesian company is above average in terms of salary, it is still lower than what the speaker had hoped for. The speaker appreciates the offer but is hesitant to accept it right away because they are still waiting for the outcome of other applications, particularly the US-based company.

What does the speaker plan to do before the next interview with the US company?

The speaker plans to research the US company, prepare for potential questions, and rehearse responses. They also express nervousness about speaking English during the interview, as it has been a long time since they last had to use the language in a professional context.

What specific concerns does the speaker have about the upcoming interview with the US company?

The speaker is particularly nervous about their ability to speak English fluently during the interview, as they feel their speaking skills are average or slightly below. They are also concerned about understanding the British accents of the interviewers and whether they will be able to convey their thoughts clearly.

What is the speaker's long-term career goal?

The speaker's long-term career goal is to become a full-time content creator, particularly on platforms like YouTube and TikTok. However, they acknowledge that this goal is not financially feasible at the moment, so they are looking for a stable remote job to support themselves while they build their content creation career.

What steps does the speaker take to calm their nerves before the interview?

To calm their nerves, the speaker decides to watch a British podcast to familiarize themselves with the British accent. They also remind themselves that the interview is just an opportunity to meet strangers and that even if they embarrass themselves, it won't matter in the long run since they are unlikely to meet the interviewers again.

What role did the speaker previously hold at a production house in Indonesia?

The speaker worked at a production house owned by a famous Indonesian director, Hanung Bramantyo. They initially worked as a video editor but were later promoted to a writer and director for a short film, due to their potential and contributions in storytelling and motion graphics.

What are the speaker's thoughts on handling two jobs simultaneously?

The speaker is unsure whether they can handle two jobs at the same time, especially since the workload for the US company seems demanding. They express concern about whether they can manage both the Indonesian job and the US job if they are offered both.

What is the next step in the hiring process for the US company?

The next step in the hiring process for the US company is for the speaker to complete a trial video editing task. They will have 48 hours to download, edit, and submit the video, which will be reviewed to assess their skills before a final interview with the company's founder.