The Interview

A Poem by Marshall

And so why do you want this job?
Because I need work
Why do you need work?
Because I want to go on a holiday each year
Why do you want a holiday each year
I need a suntan, relaxing time. clubbing.
that sort of thing
How much will that cost you?
about a years salary, if I save up and am careful
with my money.
That's a pretty good answer. But how can you save up ?
I'll collect my pay, put it in the bank and watch it grow
That's lovely, very assuring
Will you take your friends with you
No. I'll find some friends on the beach in Hawaii
That's really good.
What can you do to help this company
some. Im special
what qualifications do you have?
I did not pass finishing school, the teachers were lousy
I worked in a grocery store packing goods
I also did night shift at a petrol station
was really good at that. got some tips now and again
Oh all of that sounds good
whats the last book you read?
don't remember
when did you go to church last
don't remember. don't believe in god
where do you live now?
at home
do you help you mom at home
not really. she does not think im good enough
ok. I think you are a good lad
but this business needs serious workers
you have some distance to go yet
Have a great holiday. Thanks for coming in.
Please pull your pants up and zip your trousers.
We are looking for hard workers not holiday makers!