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I’ve been interviewing for an HR/Total Rewards role and just got rejected after a process that felt very positive, so I’m curious how others would interpret this.

The recruiter initially reached out to me, and after my first interview with the hiring manager, I was told she really liked me. There was then some waiting while they figured out next steps, but the recruiter continued telling me the feedback was positive. Eventually, I was brought in for an in-person interview with the hiring manager and another leader.

I was transparent throughout the process that there were a few areas where I didn’t have as much direct experience, but I explained my transferable experience and how I would approach those responsibilities. Other areas, I was a master in. During the interview, the hiring manager seemed very receptive and all smiles. She agreed with several of my approaches, added her own ideas, and the conversation felt collaborative — we were discussing how things could work if I joined. Never an awk silence or her having to fill in the gaps for me. interview actually went over by about 10 minutes.

Today, the recruiter told me they decided not to move forward because they felt I would need too much guidance in some areas and they wanted someone with more direct experience.

We literally discussed my background during the first interview via teams. Very thoroughly. Why have me drive ALL the way up there, put on a show, just tell me what they already knew from the first interview???

That genuinely surprised me because I never represented myself as needing hand-holding, and nothing about the interview made me think those gaps had suddenly become dealbreakers.

I asked the recruiter whether they chose another candidate or were continuing the search and explained why I was surprised. His response was: “We were all expecting a different outcome.” He also said he wants to call me tomorrow to give me more of his thoughts.

For recruiters/hiring managers: What do you think may have happened here? Is this sometimes a case of the hiring manager reconsidering after the interview, another candidate emerging, or leadership deciding they want a different profile? The recruiter saying they were all expecting a different outcome is what really has me wondering.

I’ve been interviewing for an HR role and just got rejected after a process that felt very positive, so I’m curious how others would interpret this.

The recruiter initially reached out to me, and after my first interview with the hiring manager, I was told she really liked me. There was then some waiting while they figured out next steps, but the recruiter continued telling me the feedback was positive. Eventually, I was brought in for an in-person interview with the hiring manager and another leader.

I was transparent throughout the process that there were a few areas where I didn’t have as much direct experience, but I explained my transferable experience and how I would approach those responsibilities. Other areas, I was a master in. During the interview, the hiring manager seemed very receptive and all smiles. She agreed with several of my approaches, added her own ideas, and the conversation felt collaborative — we were discussing how things could work if I joined. Never an awk silence or her having to fill in the gaps for me. interview actually went over by about 10 minutes.

Today, the recruiter told me they decided not to move forward because they felt I would need too much guidance in some areas and they wanted someone with more direct experience.

We literally discussed my background during the first interview via teams. Very thoroughly. Why have me drive ALL the way up there, put on a show, just tell me what they already knew from the first interview???

That genuinely surprised me because I never represented myself as needing hand-holding, and nothing about the interview made me think those gaps had suddenly become dealbreakers.

I asked the recruiter whether they chose another candidate or were continuing the search and explained why I was surprised. His response was: “We were all expecting a different outcome.” He also said he wants to call me tomorrow to give me more of his thoughts.

For recruiters/hiring managers: What do you think may have happened here? Is this sometimes a case of the hiring manager reconsidering after the interview, another candidate emerging, or leadership deciding they want a different profile? The recruiter saying they were all expecting a different outcome is what really has me wondering.

I’ve been interviewing for an HR/Total Rewards role and just got rejected after a process that felt very positive, so I’m curious how others would interpret this.

The recruiter initially reached out to me, and after my first interview with the hiring manager, I was told she really liked me. There was then some waiting while they figured out next steps, but the recruiter continued telling me the feedback was positive. Eventually, I was brought in for an in-person interview with the hiring manager and another leader.

I was transparent throughout the process that there were a few areas where I didn’t have as much direct experience, but I explained my transferable experience and how I would approach those responsibilities. Other areas, I was a master in. During the interview, the hiring manager seemed very receptive and all smiles. She agreed with several of my approaches, added her own ideas, and the conversation felt collaborative — we were discussing how things could work if I joined. Never an awk silence or her having to fill in the gaps for me. interview actually went over by about 10 minutes.

Today, the recruiter told me they decided not to move forward because they felt I would need too much guidance in some areas and they wanted someone with more direct experience.

We literally discussed my background during the first interview via teams. Very thoroughly. Why have me drive ALL the way up there, put on a show, just tell me what they already knew from the first interview???

That genuinely surprised me because I never represented myself as needing hand-holding, and nothing about the interview made me think those gaps had suddenly become dealbreakers.

I asked the recruiter whether they chose another candidate or were continuing the search and explained why I was surprised. His response was: “We were all expecting a different outcome.” He also said he wants to call me tomorrow to give me more of his thoughts.

For recruiters/hiring managers: What do you think may have happened here? Is this sometimes a case of the hiring manager reconsidering after the interview, another candidate emerging, or leadership deciding they want a different profile? The recruiter saying they were all expecting a different outcome is what really has me wondering.

I’ve been interviewing for an HR/Total Rewards role and just got rejected after a process that felt very positive, so I’m curious how others would interpret this.

The recruiter initially reached out to me, and after my first interview with the hiring manager, I was told she really liked me. There was then some waiting while they figured out next steps, but the recruiter continued telling me the feedback was positive. Eventually, I was brought in for an in-person interview with the hiring manager and another leader.

I was transparent throughout the process that there were a few areas where I didn’t have as much direct experience, but I explained my transferable experience and how I would approach those responsibilities. Other areas, I was a master in. During the interview, the hiring manager seemed very receptive and all smiles. She agreed with several of my approaches, added her own ideas, and the conversation felt collaborative — we were discussing how things could work if I joined. Never an awk silence or her having to fill in the gaps for me. interview actually went over by about 10 minutes.

Today, the recruiter told me they decided not to move forward because they felt I would need too much guidance in some areas and they wanted someone with more direct experience.

We literally discussed my background during the first interview via teams. Very thoroughly. Why have me drive ALL the way up there, put on a show, just tell me what they already knew from the first interview???

That genuinely surprised me because I never represented myself as needing hand-holding, and nothing about the interview made me think those gaps had suddenly become dealbreakers.

I asked the recruiter whether they chose another candidate or were continuing the search and explained why I was surprised. His response was: “We were all expecting a different outcome.” He also said he wants to call me tomorrow to give me more of his thoughts.

For recruiters/hiring managers: What do you think may have happened here? Is this sometimes a case of the hiring manager reconsidering after the interview, another candidate emerging, or leadership deciding they want a different profile? The recruiter saying they were all expecting a different outcome is what really has me wondering.

Had an onsite interview today after previously interviewing with the hiring manager by phone. It went really well. We spoke for about an hour and actually ran over. She asked about my experience, but also spent a lot of time explaining the problems she needs this role to solve and how she wants to build out the function.

I met with a second leader afterward who was more direct and told me she liked my personality, thought I’d do well, and that I answered all her questions.

The hiring manager ended by saying she’d connect with my recruiter. I texted the recruiter afterward, and he said he’d touch base later that day regardless of whether he heard from her. He never did.

I know one day is nothing, but because he specifically said he’d follow up, I’m curious: would you read anything into the silence? And for recruiters/hiring managers/those with experience, does the interview itself sound good?

I’m interviewing for an HR position in the energy industry and would love perspectives from recruiters/hiring managers.

A little over two weeks ago, I had an hour-long virtual interview with the hiring manager, who’s new to the company as well and has only been there for a couple of weeks. The hiring manager (VP in HR) mentioned she had other interviews already lined up that day But that she’d let me and the head hunter that’s working with me next steps.

About a week later, the head hunter told me the hiring manager really liked me but was restructuring her team and revising the position as she is getting settled in to this new team. After the restructure, she still wanted me considered for the revised role, which actually aligns interestingly close with my current experience.

Earlier this week, the recruiter initiated a compensation conversation. My target was higher than what the hiring manager initially had in mind but still within the salary range provided, so he suggested a potential middle ground and said he’d discuss it with the hiring manager. This is only a $5,000 negotiation give or take.

A few days later, instead of getting an answer on compensation, the recruiter called and said the hiring manager wants me to come onsite early next week for an in-person interview.

For those on the hiring side: does this sound like they’re likely bringing multiple finalists onsite, or could this be more of a final fit/validation interview with a preferred candidate? I’m especially curious since they know my compensation expectations and still moved me forward.

This would be an amazing opportunity for me, and I’m simply excited!

I’m interviewing for an HR position in the energy industry and would love perspectives from recruiters/hiring managers.

A little over two weeks ago, I had an hour-long virtual interview with the hiring manager, who’s new to the company as well and has only been there for a couple of weeks. The hiring manager (VP in HR) mentioned she had other interviews already lined up that day But that she’d let me and the head hunter that’s working with me next steps.

About a week later, the head hunter told me the hiring manager really liked me but was restructuring her team and revising the position as she is getting settled in to this new team. After the restructure, she still wanted me considered for the revised role, which actually aligns interestingly close with my current experience.

Earlier this week, the recruiter initiated a compensation conversation. My target was higher than what the hiring manager initially had in mind but still within the salary range provided, so he suggested a potential middle ground and said he’d discuss it with the hiring manager. This is only a $5,000 negotiation give or take.

A few days later, instead of getting an answer on compensation, the recruiter called and said the hiring manager wants me to come onsite early next week for an in-person interview.

For those on the hiring side: does this sound like they’re likely bringing multiple finalists onsite, or could this be more of a final fit/validation interview with a preferred candidate? I’m especially curious since they know my compensation expectations and still moved me forward.

This would be an amazing opportunity for me, and I’m simply excited!

Had an opportunity presented to me a couple of days ago.

From my point of view, the conversation went really well. I was a little deficient on some of the technical part of the interviewers questions but exhibited the knowledge and skill of what was being asked and also the ability to learn and lead large projects. In my conversation with the hiring manager I was strong on the operations side, in which their company is in need of right now. The interviewer reassured me the areas that I was a bit deficient in was not a problem.

The ”meeting” lasted a little over an hour. The hiring manager said that they already had a couple of more candidates to get through that day that they needed to get through that were already lined up prior to mine being scheduled, but that they really enjoyed speaking with me and would let me/the recruiter know next steps.

Four days later the external recruiter that coordinated it and told me he reached out to the hiring manager and they told him that again, it went well, they are just currently getting settled and evaluating the current team‘s skill sets but to relay to me to please remain patient and that they will get back to me and the recruiter shortly on next steps.

The initial was about 9 days ago, last contact was about 5 days ago. It’s a growing company and the current HR team is a bit of a mad house due to significant changes and growing company.

Is this good or bad sign? Does it sound like they are still “looking“? I’m just very excited!

Once every couple of weeks I forget what set im on when working out with my trainer. Or I’ll forget how to do a set. It gets a little tense because I swear I’m done (sometimes my trainer forgets what set I’m on too and I have to remind them lol so it can go either way, which is why I persisted I’m done) and then everyone turns around to me and my trainer going back and forth on whether I’m done or not. Neither one of us getting aggressive, just an awkward persistent exchange infront of everyone.

Has anyone experienced this or am I just the odd one out that gets super tired during their workouts and makes a fool of themselves infront of everyone? I just get super tired and my brain and body decide I’m done I guess lol. I don’t want to seem untrainable. I know they probably get so annoyed with me. Most days I do really good then others, I’m forgetting what set I’m on or having trouble learning a new exercise. Ugh.

Once every couple of weeks I forget what set im on when working out with my trainer. Or I’ll forget how to do a set. It gets a little tense because I swear I’m done (sometimes my trainer forgets what set I’m on too and I have to remind them lol so it can go either way, which is why I persisted I’m done) and then everyone turns around to me and my trainer going back and forth on whether I’m done or not. Neither one of us getting aggressive, just an awkward persistent exchange infront of everyone.

Has anyone experienced this or am I just the odd one out that gets super tired during their workouts and makes a fool of themselves infront of everyone? I just get super tired and my brain and body decide I’m done I guess lol. I don’t want to seem untrainable. I know they probably get so annoyed with me. Most days I do really good then others, I’m forgetting what set I’m on or having trouble learning a new exercise. Ugh.