Thursday, July 19, 2007 . 1:13 AM

The entire world knows I've been job searching since like forever. I think I've been rather lucky this time around since I've been getting interviews at some companies I can only dream about previously, like Luxasia, Mediacorp, Philips Electronics, even Singtel gave me a shot.

I'm rather glad to be granted an interview with them.

Of course I have some regrets, like not doing better at some interviews (Luxasia) and rejecting some offers (Mediacorp). But all that is waters under the bridge and we should always look to the future right?

Right now, the future looks like it holds real potential. For once (or twice) in my career life, I finally feel as if I've really found something. The only catch now is this: I need a little pay adjustment.

Okay, the tale goes something like this:

I was offered a regional marketing position with an electronics distribution company that I did not really want and just as I was considering it, a car company called and asked me down for an interview. I went, not really expecting anything from them.

To my immense surprise, the interview went really well and somehow, I plucked up the courage to tell my interviewer that I am considering another position. Then, before I knew what happened, he was assuring me that I was their prime candidate and they would make the decision before the day was out.

I left, basically a happy camper and they did indeed offer me the position. I was so over the moon that I accepted their offer without too much considerations.

Now, I'm on the verge of signing the appointment letter and doubts have set in. Is this a good offer and can I survive on the offered pay? The answer is I probably can't since I need to support myself, pay school fees, repay my debts and still have enough left over to save (I so need a car and regular holidays!).

That said, I really need to re-negotiate my pay.

Then, there's the fact that I'm going for another interview tomorrow. It's a travel company and an account servicing position. I should be able to command a higher pay since I do have experience, but I much prefer a marketing job. Well, we'll see!