Nervous about upcoming interview!

[littlemommy]

Three weeks ago I had a woman call me looking for full-time care for her 7 month old boy. At that time, I was doing daycare at my parent's house because our home was under major construction. During that time, I kept her updated on when we would be back. She said she was willing to wait until we get settled back at home. We moved back in last week, and I called her and left 2 voice messages. Never heard back. I called her husband's number yesterday, and he said she hasn't been feeling well but that they "drove by and wanted to see my place." He said she'll call me in a few days.

I'm a bit intimidated. First of all, I'm worried about what they saw outside of my house. There has been construction stuff and drywall on our front porch. I'm worried they will think we are slobs.

Second of all, I'm a bit intimidated by their professions. She is doing her residency at the local hospital, and he is an engineer. I'm worried that they will have immaculate expectations. We don't have a lot of toys, we have a smaller house, and our trim work isn't done in our living room.

[wdmmom]

Every parent is going to have expectations.

I wouldn't worry about them thinking you live like a slob. If your home is presentable, explain that you have minor construction left to do.

Anyone that's done remodeling knows the mess and the money involved. I wouldn't let it bother you too much.

[laundrymom]

I must say, I was the same as you, when my pediatrician and her husband came in. He was " the " head of accounting for our hospital. They live in a big fancy home with a maid 2 times a week, gardener, etc. I have a 3 bedroom one bath 1919 bungalow that has drafty windows, half finished projects and a crooked roof. They saw me, felt warmth, and knew this was the place for their special needs son. 9 years later and I get referrals from them. Be yourself. :-) it's all good

[daycare]

Heres the thing. YOu cant worry about what everyone will think about your home or where you live. you cant possibly meet the needs and expectations of every person.

Laundrymom gave great advice..... Be yourself. They are looking more at who you are and how you will care for their child than if your house is finished or not. AND if they are looking at that and it bothers them, then you don;t want nit picky people like that anyways...

Be proud of what you have, where you live and what you can offer. If you belive in yourslef, others will too.....

[littlemommy]

Thanks ladies. You are right, if they are that picky about MY house, then they probably wouldn't be a good fit anyways!

[squareone]

Agree with previous posters. PLUS, I think you already have an advantage because they are seeking YOU out. They told you 3 weeks ago that they were willing to wait for you and they did. Sounds like you may already have the job and the interview is just a formality . Good luck and let us know how it goes.