Job application of a poet

Can a poet find a real job? But, what can stop him from trying right?

Dear sir/madam,

I was standing at life's crossroads

and found that you are looking for a man of ideas and words.

While searching for companies, I found

that yours made a connection and a unique bond.

Between the customer and client,

you make the golden bridge.

Pushing decisions of those

standing at the edge.

 

In my portfolio, you can find the poems & stories I made.

I make sure that whatever I create shall never fade.

 

I use the ideas that work for today's time and age.

I arrest their attention; they won't flip the page.

Without further adieu, please find my resume below

My internships, research materials and achievements shows,

that I shall be an asset to your creative force.

If you like my work, if you think I am right for your place.

Call me for an interview; we can meet face to face.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Author's Note

I work at an advertising agency. This is something that I have actually written while applying for companies. Though none of them reverted to this bizarre poem. I hope now that I can use it to amuse you all, my friends.
Hope you had fun reading this. Please do share your thoughts below.

P.s. No copyrights on this one. Feel free to use this whenever you are out looking for a job.

Reviews

[Norman 223]

As I only write to "entertain", I enjoyed this tongue in cheek job application. Advertising relies on creative minds and unique approaches, and this fits those criteria..But.....these days, job applications are rarerly even acknowledged unless they are successful.

[Ashwin Shanker]

Thank you for the review Norman Sir, And yes, what you said is correct, which is why this poem wasn't very successful. But People have enjoyed it here. so I am happy.

[Vria P Crow]

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Initially, I was attracted to the title because I plan on entering the terrifying world of publication. Please offer any advice in this avenue for I am bound to psych myself out before I submit my work. There is also the torturous wait for call backs after job applications that I am currently going through as well.

CONTENT AND FORMAT

Frankly, I do not have much experience with advertising agencies, but this poem made me chuckle; it eased my stressed mind. The speaker maintains confidence throughout his "application." It is such a clever way to express any frustrations the writer will have with filling out standard applications. I find it draining and repetitive.

The narrator is consistent with his pleasant demeanor. He does not come across as egotistical or forceful despite his confidence that I admire. He possesses humility and humbleness that I would have thought it would interest companies. I feel that this would work more so for college scholarships since job applications are standard and strict.

CLOSING THOUGHTS

Overall, I enjoyed the humor for this subject matter. Thank you for sharing!

[Ashwin Shanker]

Hi Ria,
I played around a bit to come up with a catchy title, as it is crucial to stand out (even in WC) among the plethora of amazing writing here in WC.

I am happy to know that the poem has made you chuckle and eased your stressed out self. It is important to have a comic relief once in a while to stay fresh and smiling. Even I find the standard way of describing ourselves (forms and all) to be very repetitive and redundant. I believe that every human being is special and should be given the opportunity to present themselves in the most creative manner possible. I am glad that you were able to deduce positive characteristics like humility, confidence and pleasantness from the poem. I admire your observational skill.

Thank you for the elaborate and well-structured review.

[Vria P Crow]

You are quite welcome. :) I agree with you about the redundant nature. This creates a mechanical feel that I just do not mix well. I am looking forward to reading more of your work.

[Ashwin Shanker]

You are more than welcome to read more of my work. You can find them on my profile :p. ... Looking forward to your well structured and detailed reviews as well... Cheers Ria.

[Vria P Crow]

Oh, I have already browsed your profile, adding some to the reading list that I can never seem to finish. :P Happy writing, Ashan!

[Ashwin Shanker]

Haha... Yes, I have seen that you have done so... All the best with that list of yours... I will drop by your profile too soon enough, have spotted some gems there as well... Happy reading and writing to you.

[Vria P Crow]

haha Thank you. Take your time with it. Have a wonderful day!

[andrew mitchell]

Lovely and cute, not sure if the big knobs of corporate world would get it cos they only deal in figures!! Great lines, clever and witty!

[Ashwin Shanker]

Hi Andrew,
Thank you for the review. You would be suprised to know that the big knobs often find such writing to bring a fresh lease of humour to their mundane work-days consisting of only numbers and figures.

[andrew mitchell]

Not where I work!!The only writings they are familiar with is a letter to you, you're redundant cos we(they) made mistakes! Callous b******s rule down under!!

[Ashwin Shanker]

Whoa.... That is sad to hear Andrew... Thank god the marketing industry here have a sense of humour and some fun :)

[brian]

Nice! I like how you 'business-tized' the art of poetry, lol. Very unique.. It's something that grips our mind and imagination(and even our soul), and tries to "sell us" to share with the rest of the world! Truly, our poetry has the potential to 'sell itself'!

[Ashwin Shanker]

' Business-tized' huh? hehe... Yes bro, for the sake of landing a job in a country where 1000's apply for one position... Often we are forced to Business-tize, Art-asize, Monetise, Dramatise... etc...
I agree with you that a poem has the potential to sell itself. An Idea often would need the support of a visual or the word to make its case but a poem can often stand on its own.

[Anindita Janhabee]

This is actually an excellent way to apply for companies...
I too want to work in some good company in future and I will definitely use this work of yours, obviously not the copy but I will be adding some more .... Just getting inspired by this one.. I mean, I will be using your way and not your writing...
It's nice to read an interesting and unique work... really very good...
Anindita : )

[Ashwin Shanker]

Hey Anindita,
You may take this work of mine while applying for companies but...
'200 Rupaya lagega' (Watch the autowala video below to get the joke)
https://www.facebook.com/2foreignersinbollywood/videos/

Hehe... In this fiercely competitive world of ours, It has become such a big challenge to stand out as your own brand. I am sure by the time you are out in the market, you would find a 100 varieties of such poems made already to lure employers. :P ... So would have to think of something very innovative altogether.

Let me know if you come up with something, Even I would have to look out for jobs after a while right ;) .

[Anindita Janhabee]

Yep...
I'll let you know once I head up to that extent... For jobs...
Keep writing, yeah this world will just keep moving on with varieties of stuff... thereby making each moment history...

[Ashwin Shanker]

Exactly. I think you have a lot of time in your hands to prepare. :)

[Chrys Marie]

Wow! This was witty and really fun to read. I love how you wrote around this subject with nicely blended humor and seriousness. This put a smile on my face.

[Ashwin Shanker]

Glad that you found the poem to be interesting :) Thank you for the review Chrys Marie :)

[Lydia Shutter]

This is cute. Can a poet find a real job? Well, the advertising agency is a great place to work for a poet....I did that for many years myself. I liked the rhyming in this. Lydi*

[Ashwin Shanker]

oH WOW. That is so amazing. Which agency did you work for? How long?
I am happy that you liked my work. :)

[Lydia Shutter]

A small one in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. We made signs, brochures, and business cards. It was the best job I ever had.

[Ashwin Shanker]

Wow, that is so amazing. Even I enjoy my work a lot. I see my work as a storyteller than an advertising copywriter. I get a lot of free time in between work to exercise my other creative pursuits as well.
If you have any work of yours which you think would be an inspiration for an aspiring Ad guy like me, please do share :)

[Schatzi]

Hello Ashan,

I took some notes as I read.

While searching for companies, I found
that yours [made] a connection and a unique bond.

I look forward to doing some great work with you. *delete the first 'great'

Other than the above, I think you have written this very well. It is very poetic in nature, and I love the topic. I can see how using a poem to apply for an advertising job would be most beneficial. It is very creative, yet not mundane in any form. Nicely done!

Thank you for sharing!

Kind regards,

Schatzi

[Ashwin Shanker]

Hey Schatzi.
Jacob had earlier pointed out the double 'great' error and thank you for pointing out the correction, have implemented the same.
Sometimes I feel it is necessary to step outside from the Usual to make an impact.
If people can have a laugh while I am on it, then nothing like it.
Glad that you enjoyed it.

[Schatzi]

I like the way you think!

[Ashwin Shanker]

Wow... Thanks for telling me that Schatzi...
Many a times, I am at conflict with my own creative thoughts. :/

[Schatzi]

Just keep doing what you are doing!

[Ashwin Shanker]

Yes, I will... Thanks Schatzi

[Anjali]

Whoa! It was indeed something new I came across and well made my day! A 100/100 from me for your efforts.

[Ashwin Shanker]

Hi Anjali,
Happy to know that you loved this one. if it made your day wow. Your review made mine as well :P
Thank you for the full marks :)

[jacob erin-cilberto]

i think you have an extra word in the last line...but i like this concept a lot...it is inventive.

If you need a reference!!!!!

[Ashwin Shanker]

Thank you for catching that Jacob. Went over my mind... and others too I guess... Whomsoever read the story till now. :P ... Hope you liked the poem.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

oh yes, as i said...great concept...and follow through of it...

j.

[Ruth]

That would be great to use in a job relevant, really like this, witty and wise :)

[Ashwin Shanker]

I did put to good use while I was searching for a job, though none of the agencies responded to this version. I am happy that y'all had a good laugh at least :)

[Ruth]

Not so much a laugh but smile, I liked it as art as well as a promising, poetic intro :)