My conversation with the recruiter was a good one. We discussed the position and both he and myself felt that, considering my experience and abilities, that I was a good match. The salary was in my ballpark, though I knew that the cost of living in Southern California would be much higher than where I’m living right now. That’s why I reacted the way I did when I heard Mattel wouldn’t cover relocation. If I would have to pay out of pocket for moving, I’d have much less cash than I’d need to adjust to the new place.

And come on… Mattel’s a HUGE company. They can afford it!