[Jordy]

Yesterday I got some really good news: a job interview to be a sales assistant at the equestrian section of a major sports shop. I would love to have this job, especially as this one of the few things I feel comfortable doing for a living. Most importantly this job would mean I can move out of my mom's house, which is a very toxic environment for me.

I know my T would like me to call her, and she'd try to see me tomorrow so we could practice for the interview, but to be honest I don't want to. I really don't want to risk her not being available and me being upset about this. So practicing on my own is the way to go...

My main problem is how do I explain that it took me 6 years to get my bachelor instead of 3? I don't really want to talk about my BPD as it's noone's business. I was thinking about saying that my Dad died a month before I graduated high school (which is true) and that this combined with being abroad on my own in such a difficult time threw me off balance. But all that is the past and I'm fine now.

Do you think that would be an ok explanation?
And I'll take any advice I can get, I really need this job! I'm actually considering texting my T tomorrow and ask if I can call her before the interview so she can boost my confidence a bit and calm me down. But I'm afraid she can't do it and that this would upset me more than anything else...

[hvert]

Hmm, I am not sure how it works where you are, but here, no one would ask you why it took more than four years. They would just assume that you took time off to travel or work or that you switched majors.

Good luck with the interview!

[healingme4me]

I spent five years on mine. Doesn't come up in interviews. If I had to explain, it was working and school, same time. I've got extra credits to show, three classes, almost one extra semester. Cannot remember, last employer to pull transcripts, if any

Was thinking today, related to something else, but can apply here. No excuses, just state facts. No need to explain six years, my uncle took six years, can be generalized assumption of working your way through school. Just let it stand, it did take you, six years, but you have it. .

Hope all goes well

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[Jordy]

Thanks for reassuring me, I guess I should have believe my T when a while ago she told me all that matters is that I have my degree.

I hope I'll be fine tomorrow.

[Jordy]

The interview went great, I think I got the job!

And when asked if I spent 6 years studying in the uk I just answered yes and that was fine. I shouldn't have worried!

[hvert]

Awesome! I have my fingers crossed for you!

[Travelinglady]

Glad to hear the good news!