Gaze Quote by Santino Hassell
““Um, uh—yes. This is he. I mean me. I’m him.” Oh fuck. “Is this . . .” “You know who I am.” And just like that, my bitch mode turned on again. “Sorry, I’m not sure who this is. Can you give me your name?” A long, low exhale sounded through the phone. “It’s Gavin Brawley. I’ve been calling you for days. This is my last attempt.” “Really?” Gavin was starting to sound annoyed. “Is this how you act when trying to get a job?” “No, not usually. But I figured I’d screwed up and there was no way Mr. Carmichael would ever hire me.” “First off, I’m hiring you. Not him. I wanted you. Not him.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unnamed manuscript, 2023
A frantic phone call reveals anxiety, identity confusion, and desperation in a job search.
In simple terms: Job hunt can cause stress and self‑doubt.
Key Takeaway
Clarify identity and stay persistent.
Themes
career anxiety
identity
communication
Mood
narrative
dramatic
Type
emotional
tense
When to use this quote
- job interview
- networking callphone etiquette
- mental health
Key Concepts
self‑presentation
interview tactics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you present yourself authentically?
- What steps improve confidence?
A Different Perspective
Self‑deception may undermine credibility.
