u/Future-Bet4783

Hello everyone, I'd like to play a fun game to see if we can accurately predict whether I got the job or not based on what I tell you guys happened.

So this is the situation: I'm a top 2 candidate at a Tech company. I most recently had an onsite panel interview with 5 individuals who are all part of the same team. The hiring manager interview was done a couple weeks previously.

The hiring manager has explicitly said that he supports me and advocates for me however, it's a team decision and will require a discussion. I felt like my interviews with the panel went decent, there weren't any questions I couldn't answer and I presented myself in my best manner. Honestly, i wish i could redo some parts of the interview, but overall i'd say i'm happy with my performance. I'd like to mention that there was one member of the panel, that I felt off about and I don't think I left a good impression, since i was caught off guard from his vibes only approach interview style. I sent everyone a thank you email and only 2 out of the panel replied to me to acknowledge receipt and ask if i had any additional questions.

At the end of the interview, the hiring manager told me that I was in contention of top 2 and that it would be a close race. The caveat is the other candidate is considered highly competitive and the rest of the team is already familiar with them, because they are a repeat candidate and was top 2 in the previous hiring round a couple months ago.

Based on what I told you, what do you think of my chances are of getting the job?

For me, I feel like it's a coinflip. I could see a scenario where the hiring manager advocates for me and everyone supports him out a respect. I could also see a scenario where the panel felt sorry for denying the other candidate the first time around, and might pass him this time because of his tenacity to apply for the position again and make it to the final round.

I know some basics from growing up and speaking to my parents, but I’d like to learn some more on a deeper level so I can have better conversations with people in Vietnamese.

All of the resources I find online are too beginner and bore me to sleep

I've been greenlighted to interview for 2 positions at the same company but they are with different teams. I already completed one interview but HR says I'm not able to begin the process for the 2nd interview until the results of my first interview are out.

Is this normal? I'd rather have the second one done while i'm warmed up and ready. Adding additional wait time of 1-2 weeks doesn't make sense to me. It's strange since i've heard that they want this position to be filled ASAP.

I'm curious how hiring managers and interviewers typically approach candidates who interview for the same company a second time.

Let's say a candidate made it to the final round previously and performed well but ultimately wasn't selected because another finalist was exceptional. A few months later, a similar position opens up, and that same candidate applies again.

Do you tend to give that candidate a little more leeway because you already know they're capable and were close to getting an offer the first time? Or do you evaluate them just as strictly—or even more critically—since you've interviewed them before?

If another outstanding candidate comes along again, would you have any hesitation rejecting the repeat candidate a second time, or is it simply a fresh evaluation each time?

I'd especially love to hear from hiring managers or anyone who's been part of interview panels.

If the procedure at a company is to do a panel interview with the entire team and each team member gets an equal vote of which candidate they like, how much of an influence does a hiring manager's vote have versus the other members of the panel?

I'm in a weird situation where I believe I might have the manager and a few other's vote, but I'm unsure about the other half of the members.

I believe the other candidate i'm going against is an internal employee.

Hi i'm 30s and had a panel interview recently with a diverse age group. I found that the older folks (30s-50s) were more receptive to my interview and cared more about hearing my experience/what I can bring to the table whereas the younger panelists (20s) sounded indifferent to me and cared more about vibes and personality.

For me, it's a lot easier talking about metrics and experience and what I could bring to the table when talking about my experience. But as for vibes and personality, i'm not sure what I could do better besides trying to sound more enthusiastic as I can with a polite manner. I feel like for vibes, sometimes people's opinion of me are already set before I even have a chance to say anything.

I know for some folks, they think anyone can be trained to do a job but personality can't, so thats why they use vibes as a determining factor. I'm still trying to understand what the heck vibes even mean? If someone is polite, well-mannered, easy to work with, and has shown they are determined and willing to work hard, does that count as vibes? Or are people looking for a flamboyant rock star type energy, someone that's a charismatic social butterfly?

Let’s say you have 2 excellent candidates that fit the job description and impressed the panelists, however the panelists are familiar with candidate B because they were a runner up in the last interview process 6 months ago.

Does candidate A have a chance at getting the role if they truly have the better skills and drive or will candidate B get the position due to familiarity with the panelists? Will the panelists have sympathy to candidate B for rejecting them already once in the past, and knowing that they waited 6 months for this trial?

Can’t help but to think candidate A won’t get a fair judgement due to bias familiarity with candidate B if both candidates are strong for the role

Let’s say you are a team evaluating potential candidates for a new addition and out of 100 candidates you narrowed it down to 2 candidates you really like.

They are both near in skill and are very strong, however you are already familiar with one of them. The reason why you and the whole team are familiar with them is because they previously interviewed with all of you and got knocked out at the final round.

You and your team knowingly know that they waited for the next round of hires to interview again, maybe like 6-9 months time frame. They are in the final round again, would you give sympathy and give them a job over the other candidate or would you be able to fairly evaluate both candidates without having a pre-existing bias to the candidate you know already?

It’s human nature to be susceptible to bias and this is a really tough situation, I can’t help but think the first time interviewer is at a huge disadvantage before they have even gotten a chance to prove themself vs the known interviewee

Disclaimer: this is a hypothetical situation I am pondering.

Are there any generous hiring manager or TMF specialists that be willing to hop on a video call with me to have a mock interview for me to practice?

It really feels like for most job interviews today are a popularity contest/election because most candidates already have the proven technical skills to do the job.

It feels like rather than trying to display my work ethic or communication skills, i need to be lucky that the other candidates get nerves and mumble jumble bombs their interview.

There are so many qualified candidates today and the only distinguishing factor is how good you are at telling “stories” or “scenarios” about your past during the interview phase

Hello everyone, I will be having a 6 person panel interview over the span of 4 hours with a 20 min lunch break. I was wondering if you guys have tips on how to succeed? This is my first time having an interview session last this long. I'm worried i might be burnt out by the 3rd person or so and my performance might trend downwards. What should I expect? Is it pretty much telling the same stories and introduction 6 times in a row?

Hello everyone, I am currently preparing for an interview for a TMF specialist position and I wanted to ask if someone is currently working that role? I've done TMF work in the past as a CTA and in-house CRA so I am wondering what does the day to day look like for a TMF specialist?

Is their main goal just to make sure that the TMF is audit and inspection ready at all times? QC checking incoming documents before they are finalized in the TMF?

I would really like some insight if there's anyone here with that experience. I really need this role, it's been so long since i've worked in clin research and i'm excited to get back.

I love Vietnam, but from I’m seeing, the writing is on the wall. Vietnam has definitely improved in the last 20 years. It’s gaining the attention of a lot of tourists, both good and bad.

But recently I’ve been seeing more than the normal amount of foreigners causing trouble in Vietnam. One of my fears is that Vietnam will start being treated like a prostitution playground like Thailand. Vietnam needs to be known for its nature and culture.

Id say the government needs to crack down more on the massage parlors and Japan town. Sex and prostitution is way too accessible in that area and also Bui Vien Street.

Sure the economy might tank a little but it’s better in the long term for the moral preservation of society.

I just had a video call interview with the hiring manager. We connected really well and she even mentioned she would hire me now if it was solely up to her. I will be coming on site to interview the entire team, it will be panel style and approximately last 4 hours.

I’ve been searching for over a year and I’m so exhausted with the job hunt after dozens of failed interviews. I’m optimistic for this one but also very nervous because I feel there’s a lot of pressure to succeed.

I’m wondering in this type of situation, how many other candidates do I need to compete with at this stage?

When you have a situation where there’s too many people but they are all qualified for the position, it feels like it real just comes down to nepotism or interviewer bias of who they imagine would be the most socially fun to have at the job.