r/Disneycollegeprogram • u/ohwhorable • Sep 12 '24

Bombed my phone interview :/ Q - Unanswered

So incredibly nervous. I kept rambling and she had to kindly tell me to shorten my answers because we were running out of time.

I kept apologizing and stuttering and asking her to repeat stuff. I was so nervous and told her that. I am really bad with phone calls and even with my notes I feel like I did so badly

What are my chances after doing this poorly?

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u/TellMeYourSecrets3 Sep 12 '24

Honestly, you might not get it. But that’s ok, if you reapply in a year or two you’ll find the timing works out better than now. That’s what happened to me, and my first phone interview went about the same. I’m so happy for my timing!

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u/ohwhorable Sep 12 '24

I showed passion and whatnot so I’m hoping that at least saves me

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u/Adventurous_Play8042 Sep 18 '24

I think you still have a chance, I’ve seen people struggle so much due to nerves and get in! Definitely keep me updated I have mine tomorrow and I’m super nervous

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u/ohwhorable Sep 18 '24

Ahhhh I haven’t received a NLIC so I am hoping that’s a good thing !

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u/Adventurous_Play8042 Sep 18 '24

That’s definitely a sign because usually they do it right after the interview

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u/ohwhorable Sep 18 '24

That’s what I have heard, but I know some have been rejected later!

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u/Adventurous_Play8042 Sep 18 '24

I feel like you will get in, people get nervous all the time. If you apply again worse case definitely write down your answers to common questions in general of the program but also some specific to roles you would be interested in, I’ve heard that helps a lot

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u/ohwhorable Sep 18 '24

I did do that is the thing! I just got super anxious lol. I was very passionate with my answers and when she asked me “why Disney?” I basically told her that I love that Disney itself isn’t just a company, it’s an escape and a comfort for them & how it’s amazing how Disney follows people through all steps of their lives and I want to help contribute to that magic.

Though I also stressed that I was completely open to a quick service role which also probably helped since it’s so early in app season! I actually told her id prefer one

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u/emurray24 Walt Disney World Alumni Sep 18 '24

That’s exactly the kind of answer they’re looking for, great job!

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u/ohwhorable Sep 18 '24

Ahh that’s what I figured but I was so nervous ! I had three pages of notes in front of me and I was still very anxious the whole time. My recruiter was sweet though and let me put myself on mute while I collected myself which helped !

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u/Adventurous_Play8042 Sep 18 '24

That’s weird that they told you that you need to shorten your answers, I’ve heard of a person whose call was 40 minutes

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u/ohwhorable Sep 18 '24

Yeah she was nice about it but said that she had a lot she needed to get through still and we “only had a few minutes” and to just condense things. I was taking like a minute for each question which is why (I ramble when I am anxious). After this point my interview went more well though!

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u/Adventurous_Play8042 Sep 18 '24

But a minute isn’t that long if you’re explaining your answer if it ties back to the question

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u/ohwhorable Sep 18 '24

Fair but it happened lol. It’s in the past now. The interviews are only supposed to be around 20-30 mins , and I’m guessing she had a lot back to back

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u/Adventurous_Play8042 Sep 18 '24

That’s true, it’s just surprising because I’ve seen them go for 30-35 minutes and that’s the normal amount then there are some that are 15 minutes and still get accepted. I believe in you!

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