Don’t look for any signs. There aren’t any. Many recruiters and managers are really good talking to people. They can make you feel at ease, confident and engaged in the interview. You may think things are going to go good because of this. Don’t fall for it. You don’t have the job until you have a written offer.
While that is true about an offer. I do think there are signs. I’ve been in recruitment for 13 years, there are definitely signs of you look for them. It doesn’t mean you “have it in the bag” though.
I interviewed at a company that told me about the events I would be attending with them and the recruiter even added me on LinkedIn right after the interview, and I still didn't get hired. As a recent college grad, it was soul crushing, because why would they bother? Thank you for sharing these. Best of luck to everyone In the job searching/interviewing process! It is a rat race out here ;;
Thanks Ben. Been picking up on everything from multiple interviews of late. No current job offers, but I won’t lie, the interviewing process has been valuable to notice things!
@@BenTalksTalent thanks! Yep, what I do is, I just keep applying and stay active doing stuff in between, no point letting it pull you down. Maybe that’s what you can do, one on how to stay resilient during the job hunt - if you haven’t already! Could be good 😊
Go early, be excited, and very detail. It always help to joke around and ease the tention in the room. I sometimes would be meeting with 3 to 4 people at once. It is intimidating but be confidence and be very detail in your past career. Also, a strong handshake will hook them right away.
I am confident in my interview skills but was a little nervous,I was confident in my answers and how things went but wasn't sure UNTIL the manager chased me down in the parking lot and said they'd like to extend the position to me :) I just tried to stay out of my head but also stayed objective and warm.
I asked an interviewer at the end of my interview about the culture and work environment and she kept bringing up revenue. The other two interviewers kept signaling to her to change the subject, but she didn’t get the que for awhile. I enjoyed the interview and it was going well but, as a minority it was concernin.😂. The other two loved me
Hey Ben, I get to the part of the interview where the recruiter is interested in me, and they like me and did all of that by saying the hiring manager's name and the interview. However, as frustrating as it is I don't end up getting offers because of the final interview. These videos are helpful!
I actually heard some of these phrases but I missed out that they are the signs of interest. Also, I remember I asked about possible skills to improve and the interviewer told "Oh actually I forgot to evaluate your English skills". And we've talked a bit in English and it added a strong point to a feedback about me!
I remember being asked to do a job interview, but on the morning of the interview, I got told that I didn't need to come in, because they found the "perfect candidate". I was annoyed (I didn't show my anger on the phone). How do they know they have the "perfect" candidate? They didn't interview everyone, so they may find someone even better. No-one is perfect. I remember hoping that this "perfect" candidate turns out to be a disaster, shows up late constantly, shows a different side from the interview, and eventually gets fired. And if this company called me up again, I would say "No" to spite them, and think that they got what they deserved. I think you can only know the best candidate when you have all interviews.
That’s frustrating. You are right, how do you know if you found the perfect candidate without interviewing all qualified candidates. But alas, companies make hiring mistakes all the time.
4:57 - I got that in my 2nd interview 3 days ago. I asked how the culture was in the department I'd be working at. I don't know if the manager misunderstood my question, but she told me literally every name of the person I'd be working with lol! Anyway, hopefully I get the job! One more round to go. Hope I get the chance!
@@BenTalksTalent If the interviewer says "Thank you so much, it was great talking to you. I look forward to talking with you again", would you say that's a positive sign? 🙏 Also, what does it mean when the interviewer doesn't end the interview and practically waits for you to end it?? The interviewer I was talking to Tuesday literally refused to end it. I was waiting for her to end it and so, I just kept asking questions lol! She was very nice, didn't rush me at all and answered all of my questions fully.
Couldn't asking if you are interviewing elsewhere, it could be that they want to know, so that you have other options, and won't feel so bad when they reject you.
Hey Ben, i interviewed with SpaceX today. All your video were such a big help. That last question in your other video about “do you have doubts about my ability to do this job?” Went over really well! I do believe I got the job!
Hello I had a job interview today and I felt really good about it. He took a copy of my driver's license & SS card then had me fill out an I 9 form than said he would call me in a couple days. The whole interview I felt it was great till the end when he was like well I call u in a couple days.
I think I should've asked in my interview how many slots are currently opened for this position so I could have seen if I'm competing for the last slot or if there are multiple slots they're looking to be filled. Oh well, I think my interview went well! it felt like we were just having a conversation during the interview process and then afterwards he walked out with me to continue conversating until I pretty much reached my car.
Hey I just found your channel, and I love your videos. I heard you said what signs there would be if it’s a good interview like going over the time, but what about an interview scheduled for thirty minutes and being done before the allotted time? Do you think that is a bad sign?
@@BenTalksTalent I had a virtual interview yesterday for a light attendant position with United Airlines and the allotted time was 30 minutes, but my recruiter was done by twenty minutes. I was so worried it was a bad sign i don’t know if she was mad I had muted her, plus I had issues with the app in the beginning and I had muted her my mistake. Also she didn’t ask me if I had any questions which they usually ask. I spoke to a few of the other interviewing candidates and they actually said they had similar issues with the app and still moved on to the next step which is the face to face interview. I really want this but my recruiter seemed very serious and not very personable so I’m very worried.
I recently had an interview where I felt good after but now I’m just overthinking it, I was told I’d hear back by Friday is that a good sign ? Or is that just routine ?
Well it depends. I think in general it’s good that they said you would hear back. Did they communicate what the next steps would be? Saying you will hear back is one thing but if they tell you what they want you to do next in the process, that is a better sign.
I wish I’d seen this before my HR interview yesterday. That closing question is genius. Never thought of it. I just asked questions about the role that I wanted to know more about. I’m pretty sure I bombed it. Is it different for internal hires? Since they don’t need to sell you on the company, salary, events, etc. Is it possible to know how well the screening interview went with duration? If so, what’s a good duration? Do thank you emails help?
Well subscribe so you never miss another! I do have a great thank you email video, I recommend watching that! And yes, very different for internals in a lot of ways, it’s the path of least resistance to a new role. For timing it depends, I have a video on that too! It’s pretty new!
I had an interview and interviewer was very engaging and saying "I am getting right answers" "yeah thats what we do". All these are positive signs? I spoke to HR bit they soad inyerviews a re still going on and my feedback is pending. What does it mean?
I had my interview with a senior VP and she spent 15 minutes knowing about me after which she started talking about the job role and what is expected. The next 5 minutes she asked me to ask questions if any and kept asking if I had more. Post this, we were left with 5 minutes but she kept talking about my hobbies and how we were similar. She started talking about her family and their interests. She ended up the interview saying that she loved my energy, loved talking to me as she could relate and she'll talk to me soon. But throughout she wasn't really expressive but towards the end she started speaking about a lot of things. She also smiled and nodded her head in between when I have her examples. What should I expect?
Hey Ben! Big fan of your channel! I wanted to get your opinion and feedback on 2 scenarios I am currently facing right now. Scenario 1: I already had 2 interviews both with recruiter and Hiring Manager of a well known bank last June 9, 2023. They already gave me pre employment requirements checklist and said they would be conducting an evaluation check and will be scheduling a final interview with business unit manager. A whole month has passed and I haven’t heard back from them since. What went wrong? 😭😭😭 Scenario 2: I had an interview with Hiring Manager of a well known property developer last June 29, 2023. I observed both positive & negative signals from the interviewer. The interview was long (1 hr & 15mins) but she kept on checking her phone as I was trying to answer questions. As we reached the end of the interview, she asked me “Do you have other pending applications elsewhere?” and “Can I conduct a background check on your CV?”. The Hiring Manager told me to coordinate with recruiter about the next steps and status of my application. It’s been a week and I haven’t heard back from them regarding my background check. How long is the background check process? I am starting to feel anxious whether or not they would extend an offer to me. I need help Ben ☺️☺️☺️
Good day sir I just finished my interview I would like to know if It is a sign that they want me because I hear my interviewer saying that his looking forward to see me soon at the end of my interview. By the way it's a zoom interview.
The more interviews I have the more anxious I am, because every tiny detail can let them to ditch me out. I don't know how to say what I am capable of without being too overqualified or underqualified. I have been said of both of them and it is so frustrating because I don't know to act or response anymore. Then I go to another interview with another company being every time more stressed, because I start to overthink and I ruin it.😢
thank you for this! I actually just had my first ever design panel interview as a new grad yesterday. Tbh I don't know whether i did well cuz there were a bit mixed signals(or maybe it was just me feeling too nervous💦 and couldn't tell) When I was sharing my ideas, the employer did occasionally take turns to ask me qs or give me feedback and comments like "i agreed with what you are saying" or having positive feedback on the design challenge I did for the panel. But idk😂 their expressions just looked a bit scary. At one point, I was seriously not feeling confident when i was asking them for more context on a qs they asked. The lady was telling me there's no right or wrong answer. I think this is a strange experience 😥😅 btw, when I was given time to ask qs about their company, they seemed more passionate. I wonder whether that's a good sign? 🤔
Thank you for the videos! I had a cultural fit interview today which was the last interview I was supposed to have with the company. It was an hour long interview with two members of the company who didn't have any interaction with me or my resume beforehand, the interview was just fine, and i got asked a lot of follow up questions about my answers, and in the end they told me about the next steps being a personality quiz to gauge me as a person. Is that a good sign?
Yes. They would never have you take the assessment if they weren’t considering you. There is often a cost to those, so they only give them to legitimate candidates.
Hello! I gave the assessment test and 2 days after that I got the job! Thank you so much for your guidance on interviews, I watched your videos before giving my interview and it really helped me land the job.
Do i hv the chance if the person who interviewed me is the director himself and in the end of rhe interview he said, will keep u posted in 2 weeks time..
So I had my HR screening round and the HR told me that she would send my resume to the team and if she gets a confirmation on alignment then she will get back to me on the interview process. The interview went well and was free flowing. The HR also discussed the benefits package, work flexibility policies etc but I am worried that I don’t have a confirmation if I would be interviewed or not.
@@BenTalksTalent but is it actually true that the recruiters have to reach out to the hiring managers and check with them on alignment before passing on to the next round? I know of many roles where the recruiters can just go ahead and schedule it but I am not sure if it’s true for all. And thank you for posting this! I can keep it in mind for future interviews and this video is also helping me sail through this waiting period :)
What does it mean if the interviewer says “I’ll forward my feedback to HR” and he also asked me if I have any job offers in hand. Is it positive or negative?
Any thoughts on this situation.. I went through 3 rounds of interviews with an outsourced recruiter. After 3rd and final interview the outsourced recruiter let me know my recruiter was changing to a internal recruiter. The internal recruiter reached out and said she'd be in touch with the next steps. Is this a sign I maybe got the job or no?
I think it’s likely unrelated to you. Sometimes companies go through hiring process changes and it sounds like that’s what’s going on. But the fact they are moving forward does seem good Caleah!
Hey Ben, your videos are awesome and help full I am watching your videos regularly . I just went through two 2nd round interview with two company's 1st one was schedule for 45 mint and finished in exact time & hiring manager said talk to you soon. & in with another company it was schedule for 30 mint it went almost 32 mint & hiring manager said HR or He is going to get in touch with me. So is that good sing for both the interviews? Please suggest.
It can be hard to tell. The first does sound pretty positive. Talk to you soon is something I really only say to candidates I am interested in. For the second one, it’s hard to say either way. Good luck Shekhar!
@@BenTalksTalent Thank you Ben for responding to my query Both the interview was with Hiring manager, Anyways I will get back to you soon If I heard anything positive fingers crossed :-)
Hi Ben, I recently had an interview and it was a panel. When we started the interview the interviewer said she was very excited to learn more about me and experiences. As the interview went on, I just sensed maybe they didn’t like me as much not sure if I’m over thinking it. But it’s so hard to tell. I sent a thank you email as well but didn’t get a reply. What do you think?
Well, it’s not uncommon to not get replies to thank you emails. Unfortunately people dint always do a good job of responding. It’s hard to tell based on the information provided. Did they ask you about compensation or give you an idea of next steps?
@@BenTalksTalent they say i would do things like reports schedules of the employees just like that and i would like to go with us because we're opening i need you.
@@BenTalksTalent do you think i might get the job because she's happy when i am in the interview maybe it is a signing contract? That's why she is inviting me, she said come and join us in the opening of the store .
Hey Ben, this is a great video! However, I would like to address the “Close the interview strategy” part. What if the interviewer has already made a decision that you’re not the right fit, so they’re not gonna bother answering to that question you asked anyway. You did mention that if the interviewer says “No, there isn’t anything else I’d like to add or ask about your application”, it’s a good sign. I’m asking in context of “looking for signs if the recruiter is interested in you”. Curious to know your take on that :) Hope I made sense lol Great work! Great videos. Thank you.
Hi Ben, i was one of the four candidates that make it through to the final interview. Few days later, the HR told me that they only picked 3 candidates to offer the job and that I am not on the list. But he also said that it is not a fixed decision and will contact me in the middle of this week if one of the other three reject the offer (so basically I'm on hold). But today, my friend who is also a candidate (that has not recieve the invitation for final interview) was contacted by the HR asking if she still interested, and will arrange the final interview for her. I am really confused, why would they do another interview while there is still an on hold candidate (me), from the final interview..? Am I not qualified....? Would be very grateful if I could get some insights on this :)
Hi Kristiana! It’s hard to say but with them needing multiple, maybe they just want to make sure they have enough options. Candidates drop out sometimes. Let me know what happens!
I just got back from an interview. The recruiter gave me a ticket to get free food and told me that they liked my attitude. They said they would get back to me tomorrow at 5. I'll keep you all updated 😅
Had an interview for a graduate scheme(UK) by 2 managers and I felt like it went superbly. They asked admin questions like right to work, if I drive, when can I start and benefits etc and they've told me that they've told me I'll hear back after all the interviews have concluded in about 2 weeks. Told me to contact them via email if I had any questions in the meantime and said 'that was great' at the end. Are those ctual good signs or are they most likely just being polite? Causing me a lot of overthinking as it's for a massive company 😅
As of watching five of these videos I can say I'm still completely unsure if I've got the job. Mentioned that they are super short staffed, and they'd like me in 2 different positions based on my experience. Other then that almost no real feedback other then mmhmms, and when asked I got a generic next steps will be I speak to my manager and he will contact you. So I THINK they want to hire me, but out of necessity rather then my interview lmfao.
is it ok to send an Email or calling directly the Manager /hiring manager after few days of the interview (7days for exmpl )? instead of waiting for no limits his decision ! simply to know if he is still interrested or not ! .. ( the MAnager call me after i sent my application and he suggested a position that i like and he said" the position will be available in few days and i will be in touch .." he showed hiis consideration but then we talked about more details and i was honest about it .. there is a mission in the position that needs a dutie that i didn't do usally in my work experience so he said " i thought that you can do this too ..but it s not ! and in this role we need this dutie essencially" .. " i told him that I am a fast learner and I have a good knowledge about it " he said" i will see i will be in touch if there is any news .. anyway the position will be available in few days not now .i will be in touch thank you .
@@BenTalksTalent I sent an email asking why I didn't get the job. I was polite and explained that I wanted to know, so that I could improve for interviews going forward (I had been interviewed). They never got back to me.
No one is asking many questions a candidate that is not going to be hired! It is plain and simple! A candidate would do the same if thim/her would lose interest in the employer!
I'm in an odd position... interviewed for a role that I didn't apply to (they reached out to me) and it was before they opened the role online for applicant. I had these great signs in the interview but last time I had a follow-up I was told to give them about 1 or 2 weeks due to interviewing and then they will have an update on potiential nect steps. Also adding the job on their website is now taking down after being up for only a week. I have no clue on what to think.
@@BenTalksTalent I had 2 interviews and I last spoke with them last week on Thursday. That's when I send a follow up email asking about a timeline andn understanding they are still conducting interviews. Thats when the hiring manager got back to me and told me in about 1-2 weeks he will have clarity on potiential next steps.
@@travelwithtee1920 Then why did the company reach out to you if they then didn't give you the job? Sounds like they wasted your time and played with your emotions.
You know i actually wonder how many places hate when people like you tell them how to answer corporate speak like this as it makes their job to discriminate a whole lot harder if everyone started answering correctly then suddenly they hire someone that is completely unfit. Honestly i think those doing the interview should be more clear as literally the majority of people taking the interview do not know what the interviewer means and just give them a answer they are not looking for thus get eliminated even if they were the best candidate for the job and was a culture fit
That's great video, at the end of the interview after salary negotiation, the HR told me that I will talk with hiring manager about confirming salary and get back to you, but I didn't asking about expected time to reply, should I contact them via email or WhatsApp to know when they get back to me? I recently discovered your channel after my interview, it's amazing!
Don’t look for any signs. There aren’t any. Many recruiters and managers are really good talking to people. They can make you feel at ease, confident and engaged in the interview. You may think things are going to go good because of this. Don’t fall for it. You don’t have the job until you have a written offer.
While that is true about an offer. I do think there are signs. I’ve been in recruitment for 13 years, there are definitely signs of you look for them. It doesn’t mean you “have it in the bag” though.
I think some people in the process have a "God complex" and like being a puppet-master and seeing people squirm.
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True!! Their are signs but not always a sure thing.
@@dhenderson1810 This is true as well.
I interviewed at a company that told me about the events I would be attending with them and the recruiter even added me on LinkedIn right after the interview, and I still didn't get hired. As a recent college grad, it was soul crushing, because why would they bother? Thank you for sharing these. Best of luck to everyone In the job searching/interviewing process! It is a rat race out here ;;
Mine hugged me after the interview. Ended up being offered the job 5 hours later. So I guess that's a good sign, lol.
WOW! I had a recruiter telling me the hiring manager's name. Great Sign!
Absolutely Ray!
Thanks Ben. Been picking up on everything from multiple interviews of late. No current job offers, but I won’t lie, the interviewing process has been valuable to notice things!
It’s tough out there but keep your head up Lee. If there is ever a specific video I can make to help, let me know.
@@BenTalksTalent thanks! Yep, what I do is, I just keep applying and stay active doing stuff in between, no point letting it pull you down. Maybe that’s what you can do, one on how to stay resilient during the job hunt - if you haven’t already! Could be good 😊
Go early, be excited, and very detail. It always help to joke around and ease the tention in the room. I sometimes would be meeting with 3 to 4 people at once. It is intimidating but be confidence and be very detail in your past career. Also, a strong handshake will hook them right away.
This video is so incredibly helpful and has helped me tremendously. Thank you! I am going to share this with anyone I run into that needs support!
I am confident in my interview skills but was a little nervous,I was confident in my answers and how things went but wasn't sure UNTIL the manager chased me down in the parking lot and said they'd like to extend the position to me :) I just tried to stay out of my head but also stayed objective and warm.
I’d say that is definitely a strong buying sign! Way to crush your interview Andrew!
@@BenTalksTalent Thank you!! :)
I asked an interviewer at the end of my interview about the culture and work environment and she kept bringing up revenue. The other two interviewers kept signaling to her to change the subject, but she didn’t get the que for awhile. I enjoyed the interview and it was going well but, as a minority it was concernin.😂. The other two loved me
I don’t blame you. It should be easy to address.
Hey Ben, I get to the part of the interview where the recruiter is interested in me, and they like me and did all of that by saying the hiring manager's name and the interview. However, as frustrating as it is I don't end up getting offers because of the final interview. These videos are helpful!
I am sorry Daniel. Interviewing can be incredibly frustrating. Keep your head up and don’t give up!
I actually heard some of these phrases but I missed out that they are the signs of interest. Also, I remember I asked about possible skills to improve and the interviewer told "Oh actually I forgot to evaluate your English skills". And we've talked a bit in English and it added a strong point to a feedback about me!
That sounds solid! Glad you recognized the signs.
I remember being asked to do a job interview, but on the morning of the interview, I got told that I didn't need to come in, because they found the "perfect candidate".
I was annoyed (I didn't show my anger on the phone).
How do they know they have the "perfect" candidate? They didn't interview everyone, so they may find someone even better. No-one is perfect.
I remember hoping that this "perfect" candidate turns out to be a disaster, shows up late constantly, shows a different side from the interview, and eventually gets fired. And if this company called me up again, I would say "No" to spite them, and think that they got what they deserved.
I think you can only know the best candidate when you have all interviews.
That’s frustrating. You are right, how do you know if you found the perfect candidate without interviewing all qualified candidates. But alas, companies make hiring mistakes all the time.
my recruiter was SUPER confident in me lol. about to be 3 days since the interview.
I know think it is best to always assume you didn't get the job, until you do.
Always keep applying and interviewing, I agree Dale!
4:57 - I got that in my 2nd interview 3 days ago. I asked how the culture was in the department I'd be working at. I don't know if the manager misunderstood my question, but she told me literally every name of the person I'd be working with lol! Anyway, hopefully I get the job! One more round to go. Hope I get the chance!
I hope you do too! Good luck! Let me know how it goes!!!
@@BenTalksTalent If the interviewer says "Thank you so much, it was great talking to you. I look forward to talking with you again", would you say that's a positive sign? 🙏
Also, what does it mean when the interviewer doesn't end the interview and practically waits for you to end it?? The interviewer I was talking to Tuesday literally refused to end it. I was waiting for her to end it and so, I just kept asking questions lol! She was very nice, didn't rush me at all and answered all of my questions fully.
Couldn't asking if you are interviewing elsewhere, it could be that they want to know, so that you have other options, and won't feel so bad when they reject you.
Most of the time they are thinking about themselves, not as much you.
I just aced my second interview for the group interview.
Hey Ben, i interviewed with SpaceX today. All your video were such a big help. That last question in your other video about “do you have doubts about my ability to do this job?” Went over really well! I do believe I got the job!
That’s so exciting! I hope you get it and thanks for letting me know!
@@BenTalksTalent I did get it! Thanks again!
Hey Ben,
Towards the end of the my interview, I was asked if I have another internship offers lined up for the summer. Is that a good sign?
It could be Amal but it’s hard to tell without further context.
Hello I had a job interview today and I felt really good about it. He took a copy of my driver's license & SS card then had me fill out an I 9 form than said he would call me in a couple days. The whole interview I felt it was great till the end when he was like well I call u in a couple days.
Honestly, that all sounds great to me. Let me know what happens!
Thanks for posting Ben!
You are so welcome! More on the way!
I think I should've asked in my interview how many slots are currently opened for this position so I could have seen if I'm competing for the last slot or if there are multiple slots they're looking to be filled. Oh well, I think my interview went well! it felt like we were just having a conversation during the interview process and then afterwards he walked out with me to continue conversating until I pretty much reached my car.
Good information!
Thank you! Three more videos coming this week!
Hey I just found your channel, and I love your videos. I heard you said what signs there would be if it’s a good interview like going over the time, but what about an interview scheduled for thirty minutes and being done before the allotted time? Do you think that is a bad sign?
Hi! How much before and how did it go otherwise?
@@BenTalksTalent I had a virtual interview yesterday for a light attendant position with United Airlines and the allotted time was 30 minutes, but my recruiter was done by twenty minutes. I was so worried it was a bad sign i don’t know if she was mad I had muted her, plus I had issues with the app in the beginning and I had muted her my mistake. Also she didn’t ask me if I had any questions which they usually ask. I spoke to a few of the other interviewing candidates and they actually said they had similar issues with the app and still moved on to the next step which is the face to face interview. I really want this but my recruiter seemed very serious and not very personable so I’m very worried.
I recently had an interview where I felt good after but now I’m just overthinking it, I was told I’d hear back by Friday is that a good sign ? Or is that just routine ?
Well it depends. I think in general it’s good that they said you would hear back. Did they communicate what the next steps would be? Saying you will hear back is one thing but if they tell you what they want you to do next in the process, that is a better sign.
I wish I’d seen this before my HR interview yesterday. That closing question is genius. Never thought of it. I just asked questions about the role that I wanted to know more about. I’m pretty sure I bombed it. Is it different for internal hires? Since they don’t need to sell you on the company, salary, events, etc. Is it possible to know how well the screening interview went with duration? If so, what’s a good duration? Do thank you emails help?
Well subscribe so you never miss another! I do have a great thank you email video, I recommend watching that! And yes, very different for internals in a lot of ways, it’s the path of least resistance to a new role. For timing it depends, I have a video on that too! It’s pretty new!
I had an interview and interviewer was very engaging and saying "I am getting right answers" "yeah thats what we do". All these are positive signs? I spoke to HR bit they soad inyerviews a re still going on and my feedback is pending. What does it mean?
I had my interview with a senior VP and she spent 15 minutes knowing about me after which she started talking about the job role and what is expected. The next 5 minutes she asked me to ask questions if any and kept asking if I had more. Post this, we were left with 5 minutes but she kept talking about my hobbies and how we were similar. She started talking about her family and their interests. She ended up the interview saying that she loved my energy, loved talking to me as she could relate and she'll talk to me soon. But throughout she wasn't really expressive but towards the end she started speaking about a lot of things. She also smiled and nodded her head in between when I have her examples. What should I expect?
This all sounds very positive to me. You can never say for sure but I would think a positive outcome is most likely.
The HR told that they'd contact me if the decision was positive or negative, today (3 days after my final interview). What should I conclude?
@@shreyaseedas4064 well, at least there is a timetable. You should know in three days! Hard to tell otherwise.
@@shreyaseedas4064 what's the update?
As you attain a higher-paying positions the more it becomes to get hired........unless an employer is desperate
Very true. Longer interviews and more people to meet.
Hey Ben! Big fan of your channel! I wanted to get your opinion and feedback on 2 scenarios I am currently facing right now.
Scenario 1: I already had 2 interviews both with recruiter and Hiring Manager of a well known bank last June 9, 2023. They already gave me pre employment requirements checklist and said they would be conducting an evaluation check and will be scheduling a final interview with business unit manager. A whole month has passed and I haven’t heard back from them since. What went wrong? 😭😭😭
Scenario 2: I had an interview with Hiring Manager of a well known property developer last June 29, 2023. I observed both positive & negative signals from the interviewer. The interview was long (1 hr & 15mins) but she kept on checking her phone as I was trying to answer questions. As we reached the end of the interview, she asked me “Do you have other pending applications elsewhere?” and “Can I conduct a background check on your CV?”. The Hiring Manager told me to coordinate with recruiter about the next steps and status of my application. It’s been a week and I haven’t heard back from them regarding my background check. How long is the background check process? I am starting to feel anxious whether or not they would extend an offer to me.
I need help Ben ☺️☺️☺️
See that’s the problem its all about liking someone it’s all about judging someone it’s not about having experience this world is messed up
That’s why I make these videos. To help people navigate the interview process. It can be pretty challenging.
Good day sir I just finished my interview I would like to know if It is a sign that they want me because I hear my interviewer saying that his looking forward to see me soon at the end of my interview. By the way it's a zoom interview.
Generally speaking that is a positive sign!
The more interviews I have the more anxious I am, because every tiny detail can let them to ditch me out.
I don't know how to say what I am capable of without being too overqualified or underqualified. I have been said of both of them and it is so frustrating because I don't know to act or response anymore.
Then I go to another interview with another company being every time more stressed, because I start to overthink and I ruin it.😢
How about they endorse me to project manager but the manager are on the meeting
thank you for this! I actually just had my first ever design panel interview as a new grad yesterday. Tbh I don't know whether i did well cuz there were a bit mixed signals(or maybe it was just me feeling too nervous💦 and couldn't tell) When I was sharing my ideas, the employer did occasionally take turns to ask me qs or give me feedback and comments like "i agreed with what you are saying" or having positive feedback on the design challenge I did for the panel. But idk😂 their expressions just looked a bit scary. At one point, I was seriously not feeling confident when i was asking them for more context on a qs they asked. The lady was telling me there's no right or wrong answer. I think this is a strange experience 😥😅
btw, when I was given time to ask qs about their company, they seemed more passionate. I wonder whether that's a good sign? 🤔
It’s hard to know sometimes. Let me know how it goes. Good luck!
Thank you for the videos! I had a cultural fit interview today which was the last interview I was supposed to have with the company. It was an hour long interview with two members of the company who didn't have any interaction with me or my resume beforehand, the interview was just fine, and i got asked a lot of follow up questions about my answers, and in the end they told me about the next steps being a personality quiz to gauge me as a person. Is that a good sign?
Yes. They would never have you take the assessment if they weren’t considering you. There is often a cost to those, so they only give them to legitimate candidates.
Hello! I gave the assessment test and 2 days after that I got the job! Thank you so much for your guidance on interviews, I watched your videos before giving my interview and it really helped me land the job.
@@nothingjusthangingaround that’s amazing! A huge congrats Gaurav on your accomplishment!!!
Thanks Ben! You're awesome!
Good advice 👍
Never had these signs and have gotten offers 🤔😆
Maybe you missed them 😎
Do i hv the chance if the person who interviewed me is the director himself and in the end of rhe interview he said, will keep u posted in 2 weeks time..
Well it depends. Did the interview go well?
So I had my HR screening round and the HR told me that she would send my resume to the team and if she gets a confirmation on alignment then she will get back to me on the interview process. The interview went well and was free flowing. The HR also discussed the benefits package, work flexibility policies etc but I am worried that I don’t have a confirmation if I would be interviewed or not.
It sounds positive but time will tell. You won’t know until they confirm unfortunately.
@@BenTalksTalent but is it actually true that the recruiters have to reach out to the hiring managers and check with them on alignment before passing on to the next round? I know of many roles where the recruiters can just go ahead and schedule it but I am not sure if it’s true for all. And thank you for posting this! I can keep it in mind for future interviews and this video is also helping me sail through this waiting period :)
What does it mean if the interviewer says “I’ll forward my feedback to HR”
and he also asked me if I have any job offers in hand. Is it positive or negative?
Asking about job offers is usually a good sign. It means they are interested and are hoping they don’t lose you to another opportunity.
@@BenTalksTalent
Thankyou so much !
Any thoughts on this situation.. I went through 3 rounds of interviews with an outsourced recruiter. After 3rd and final interview the outsourced recruiter let me know my recruiter was changing to a internal recruiter. The internal recruiter reached out and said she'd be in touch with the next steps. Is this a sign I maybe got the job or no?
I think it’s likely unrelated to you. Sometimes companies go through hiring process changes and it sounds like that’s what’s going on. But the fact they are moving forward does seem good Caleah!
Hey Ben, your videos are awesome and help full I am watching your videos regularly . I just went through two 2nd round interview with two company's 1st one was schedule for 45 mint and finished in exact time & hiring manager said talk to you soon. & in with another company it was schedule for 30 mint it went almost 32 mint & hiring manager said HR or He is going to get in touch with me. So is that good sing for both the interviews? Please suggest.
It can be hard to tell. The first does sound pretty positive. Talk to you soon is something I really only say to candidates I am interested in. For the second one, it’s hard to say either way. Good luck Shekhar!
@@BenTalksTalent Thank you Ben for responding to my query Both the interview was with Hiring manager, Anyways I will get back to you soon If I heard anything positive fingers crossed :-)
Hi Ben, I recently had an interview and it was a panel. When we started the interview the interviewer said she was very excited to learn more about me and experiences. As the interview went on, I just sensed maybe they didn’t like me as much not sure if I’m over thinking it. But it’s so hard to tell. I sent a thank you email as well but didn’t get a reply. What do you think?
Well, it’s not uncommon to not get replies to thank you emails. Unfortunately people dint always do a good job of responding. It’s hard to tell based on the information provided. Did they ask you about compensation or give you an idea of next steps?
The employer says to me that they need me to attend on march 30 in the opening of the store what is the meaning of this? Did i get the job?
I would probably ask for clarification if you aren’t clear. Did they send you an offer?
@@BenTalksTalent they say i would do things like reports schedules of the employees just like that and i would like to go with us because we're opening i need you.
@@BenTalksTalent they say because i am applying for a manager
@@BenTalksTalent do you think i might get the job because she's happy when i am in the interview maybe it is a signing contract? That's why she is inviting me, she said come and join us in the opening of the store .
@@BenTalksTalent not yet received offer but they're inviting me
Hey Ben, this is a great video!
However, I would like to address the “Close the interview strategy” part. What if the interviewer has already made a decision that you’re not the right fit, so they’re not gonna bother answering to that question you asked anyway. You did mention that if the interviewer says “No, there isn’t anything else I’d like to add or ask about your application”, it’s a good sign. I’m asking in context of “looking for signs if the recruiter is interested in you”. Curious to know your take on that :)
Hope I made sense lol
Great work! Great videos. Thank you.
I think it still doesn’t hurt. I’d still ask, if they don’t want to move forward, it isn’t going to hurt.
@@BenTalksTalent of course, I agree! Just a thought. Thanks
Hi Ben,
i was one of the four candidates that make it through to the final interview. Few days later, the HR told me that they only picked 3 candidates to offer the job and that I am not on the list. But he also said that it is not a fixed decision and will contact me in the middle of this week if one of the other three reject the offer (so basically I'm on hold). But today, my friend who is also a candidate (that has not recieve the invitation for final interview) was contacted by the HR asking if she still interested, and will arrange the final interview for her.
I am really confused, why would they do another interview while there is still an on hold candidate (me), from the final interview..? Am I not qualified....? Would be very grateful if I could get some insights on this :)
Hi Kristiana! It’s hard to say but with them needing multiple, maybe they just want to make sure they have enough options. Candidates drop out sometimes. Let me know what happens!
What does it means if the interviewer says “I’ll forward my feedback to HR”
Is it positive or negative?
That could be either way honestly. The other comment you left feels positive.
@@BenTalksTalent Thankyou!
I just got back from an interview. The recruiter gave me a ticket to get free food and told me that they liked my attitude. They said they would get back to me tomorrow at 5. I'll keep you all updated 😅
How did it go?
Had an interview for a graduate scheme(UK) by 2 managers and I felt like it went superbly. They asked admin questions like right to work, if I drive, when can I start and benefits etc and they've told me that they've told me I'll hear back after all the interviews have concluded in about 2 weeks. Told me to contact them via email if I had any questions in the meantime and said 'that was great' at the end. Are those ctual good signs or are they most likely just being polite? Causing me a lot of overthinking as it's for a massive company 😅
They all sound really positive! Now, they could just be the type of company that does hiring right, but it sounds objectively great to me.
@@BenTalksTalent I got the offer!
@@Sam-nn9ms that’s so great! A huge congrats. It sounded good to me but it’s never over until it’s over!
As of watching five of these videos I can say I'm still completely unsure if I've got the job. Mentioned that they are super short staffed, and they'd like me in 2 different positions based on my experience. Other then that almost no real feedback other then mmhmms, and when asked I got a generic next steps will be I speak to my manager and he will contact you. So I THINK they want to hire me, but out of necessity rather then my interview lmfao.
I do think that’s a good sign, so hopefully you get it!
@@BenTalksTalent thanks for the reassurance
is it ok to send an Email or calling directly the Manager /hiring manager after few days of the interview (7days for exmpl )? instead of waiting for no limits his decision ! simply to know if he is still interrested or not ! .. ( the MAnager call me after i sent my application and he suggested a position that i like and he said" the position will be available in few days and i will be in touch .."
he showed hiis consideration but then we talked about more details and i was honest about it .. there is a mission in the position that needs a dutie that i didn't do usally in my work experience so he said " i thought that you can do this too ..but it s not ! and in this role we need this dutie essencially" .. " i told him that I am a fast learner and I have a good knowledge about it "
he said" i will see i will be in touch if there is any news .. anyway the position will be available in few days not now .i will be in touch thank you .
I think it’s absolutely ok to send an email asking where things are. Just be brief and polite!
@@BenTalksTalent I sent an email asking why I didn't get the job.
I was polite and explained that I wanted to know, so that I could improve for interviews going forward (I had been interviewed).
They never got back to me.
No one is asking many questions a candidate that is not going to be hired! It is plain and simple! A candidate would do the same if thim/her would lose interest in the employer!
I'm in an odd position... interviewed for a role that I didn't apply to (they reached out to me) and it was before they opened the role online for applicant. I had these great signs in the interview but last time I had a follow-up I was told to give them about 1 or 2 weeks due to interviewing and then they will have an update on potiential nect steps. Also adding the job on their website is now taking down after being up for only a week. I have no clue on what to think.
When was the last time you heard from them Trina? Also, how many interviews did you have?
@@BenTalksTalent I had 2 interviews and I last spoke with them last week on Thursday. That's when I send a follow up email asking about a timeline andn understanding they are still conducting interviews. Thats when the hiring manager got back to me and told me in about 1-2 weeks he will have clarity on potiential next steps.
@@BenTalksTalent welp just got the email and I didnt get the job. Thanks your help as I continue to watch your videos for guidance.
@@travelwithtee1920 I am sorry. If there is ever a topic you want me to cover, please let me know and I will make a video on it.
@@travelwithtee1920 Then why did the company reach out to you if they then didn't give you the job?
Sounds like they wasted your time and played with your emotions.
What if the recruiter sent me the benefits package?
That’s typically a good sign Tre’vian! I’ve never sent benefits to someone I knew I wasn’t going to hire.
@@BenTalksTalent What if they do all these things, then change their mind?
You are so funny!😂
Thank you!
You know i actually wonder how many places hate when people like you tell them how to answer corporate speak like this as it makes their job to discriminate a whole lot harder if everyone started answering correctly then suddenly they hire someone that is completely unfit. Honestly i think those doing the interview should be more clear as literally the majority of people taking the interview do not know what the interviewer means and just give them a answer they are not looking for thus get eliminated even if they were the best candidate for the job and was a culture fit
That's great video, at the end of the interview after salary negotiation, the HR told me that I will talk with hiring manager about confirming salary and get back to you, but I didn't asking about expected time to reply, should I contact them via email or WhatsApp to know when they get back to me? I recently discovered your channel after my interview, it's amazing!
Thank you! I appreciate the kind words. I would email them politely.