Laughter is the Best Medicine. An old but true thing. I Loved It in Reader's Digest

Recently I interviewed for a job. My very good friend who did everything up to and including jumping up and down on the hiring manager's desk to get me the interview was outside the conference room during my interview. He'd been outside the conference room during other candidates interviews for the same position as well.

When I left the room and as he escorted me out of the building I told him I thought the interview went well. He mentioned he had heard laughter in the room so he was hopeful for me.

I really hadn't thought of it but looking back I did make some comments that elicited laughter from the interview team. I'm not a comedian, I just made comments anyone in my industry would find amusing.

So, in addition to the fact I'm completely qualified for the position and have performed the required duties for the job in the past I had that extra plus. I was able to relate to the interview team and make them laugh.

I was able to make them laugh because I don't take myself too seriously. I can make fun of myself and not feel I've denigrated myself.

Kind of one of those great qualities I love about people here on DU.

ON EDIT: I start the new job on March 4th.