selling yourself over the phone...

I have never been one to instinctively sell myself. I do not enjoy the proverbial "tooting of my own horn" and have actually been told this is something that has held me back in former jobs.

Today I had a phone interview for a job I would really like to have. This is a big deal for many reasons:

1) I had an interview. That requires contact from a prospective employer after receiving my resume and cover letter and, my friends, that does not happen. Ever.
2) It was over the phone and I was unable to use any eye contact, body language or a well thought wardrobe choice to introduce myself.
3) I have not found a position that I really would like to have (save the job at Nordstrom in which I really wanted the discount more than the job) and have spent lots of time telling people how great I would be for a job that I really would just settle for.
4) I realized that I have become quite a proficient horn tooter. I feel that I presented a good, honest, and even complimentary picture of myself.

I will know by Thursday if I get to move on in the hiring process. Here's to quick responses, personal growth and hopefully having a job that will allow me to go home for Christmas.