I received mixed signals this week during my interview. The General Manager seemed engaged, however he was distracted at the end because his boss was calling him and he needed to take the call at the end of the interview he mentioned I may need a interview with HR. My first two interviews went great! This one left me uncertain about what is going on
It's really weird, I had a corporate recruiter contact me, very enthusiastic and said my exp would be great for the company. He also was trying to sell me on the position and I confirmed my interest with the company. When the actual interview was scheduled with the manager, it was a video interview, her camera was off and had me turn it on grom the getgo, I found it kind of odd that her camera was off. She seemed rushed and disinterested with me from the beginning, totally opposite feeling from the corporate recruiter.
@michaelwang1079 I would say the majority of places I have interviewed with probably haven't read my resume or they just want more information. I've gotten so many questions they would know had they actually read my resume. One of the biggest indicators usually is when they ask if I've ever worked with a software that's on my resume.
This video only has 400 likes that’s crazy. Great video! I just had an interview today and everything was going great. Interview was over, hands were shaken and I was leaving. The guy that did the interview was headed out also (interview was right before lunch). I was maybe 20 feet from my car and right before he turned to me and asked me another question. “So, overtime, like 70-80/weeks you’re good with that right?” And I looked at him and said “yes to an extent. If the company has the occasional need to exceed 60hr weeks, absolutely. But not constantly over 60hr” and immediate Mood Shift. I feel they may still offer me the job, I’m probably the best candidate they’ve got for the job. But if they don’t, I’m 100% sure it’s because of my answer to that question in the parking lot. Side note: IMO if a company expects all employees to regularly work 70-80hr weeks, they need to just create more shifts and hire more employees instead of paying all the OT. A good company doesn’t burn out their employees like that. I got a feeling during the interview that this company expect constant 70-80hrs. I’m not sure I even want the job at this point. I wasn’t even looking up this video I was looking up “how to politely turn down a job after an interview” when I came across this. Great video!
Thanks Aaron! Yea man, that place is probably going to require a lot of extensive mandatory OT. That won’t work for everyone. Appreciate the kind words!
As someone who worked in HR, I can imagine deciding a candidate doesn’t fit the role before the end of an interview but I’d still want to learn about the candidate in case he might fit subsequent roles. I wouldn’t waste the time.
I was interviewed by three people at once .....exec director and 2 board trustees. During the interview they not only took personal cell phone calls.......they MADE personal calls!!!!!! I was gob-smacked!!!!! Wow.....this is them on their best behavior. I ran.
My last interview was a bit awkward since the beginning the recruiter looked like he didn't even wanted to do an interview and mostly asked me questions and straight to the next steps. at the end he did not even asked if i had any questions so i felt the liberty to ask questions anyways and just the whole vibe i was given was not great at all
I can share my exp in interview with Google. It's just before they announced layoff. Gca the guy was rushing me even though I was doing star and took 3 to 5 mins... Second RRC. Guy did not join.. two was back to back. 1Week later the HR came back with feedback for both the interview even for the one which interviewer did not join the call!!! Beat that . She was giving feedback on the question that was never asked to me... I was surprised with this exp from Google!!!! I was interviewing solution architect role. 7days later they announced layoff.😊
I am down to my last interview which is with the Market Director. I am waiting for them to schedule that interview. It is really makibg me anxious. This would be my 6th interview.
I had an interview today and they were taking a lot of notes and engaging in questions. The recruiter that set up the interview told me about the benefits of the company but the interviewers didn’t. At the end I was told they still have more interviews to do and HR is very slow. She told me not to get discouraged if it takes some time. What does this mean?
I hate this, this is why I get nervous because I would feel so much better if they would just tell me right there that I'm not the one .. why waste people's time , especially those that think the are getting an offer, waiting by the phone just to be turned down .
@@BenTalksTalent oh I hope you didn't think I was offending you , not at all. I just left an interview, she had 5 others I was the last, she told me I was the best so far, it's for a room service order taker position, she told me she loved how I was so passionate about food business and then asked me if I was interested in working cashier casino food line because the room service order taker position does not involve having physical interaction with customers, room service is a solo job .. when she mentioned that I was definitely unaware of if I was getting the offer. I was honest and told her that I wouldn't mind cashier but I would really like to be considered for the room service position because it's something ive never done but I know I can handle the duties blah blah. So she didn't mention the cashier after. She mentioned how she could see us working together and how she loves my personality and that's how she picks her hires. So I was literally stuck in the air. After I sent a thank you message and her response mentions that she's happy I came and she'll be reaching out to me soon. Would you happen to maybe have any idea of what is next? She did mention something that you said was a bad thing but idk, this is in the casino they arent open yet ,but she mentioned they have a few more interviews and should receive an email with an offer by may 1. I'm so confused. One minute I was all smiles shoulders up high the next minute I was sad inside sunken shoulders... Heeeelp !! Any advice plz
@@BenTalksTalent omg I sent a whole story of today's confusing interview and I hit the back button by accident. I'll type it again because I'm little confused .. it's for a casino in Atlantic City, room service order taker , it's basically a back of house position by yourself taking calls...the interviewer had 5 people today I was last she mentioned I was the best out of all loves my personality can see us working together, this threw me for a loop, she manages 3 other departments , cashier food department and asked me if I'd be maybe willing to work in that area since she sees how passionate I am and as I mentioned with room service you don't get to engage with customers , I was honest and told her that I would not mind doing cashier but I really would like to experience working room service because I've been interested in this position. So she never mentions the cashier job again, we are having good convos good vibes she mentions how she can see us working together and how we could possibly create a great flow at work. Then the part that you said is a huge red flag. She mentions that they are interviewing a few more ppl bcuz of the memorial day holiday they need more help but should be receiving email by may 1st with offer letter. I was up in smokes didnt know what to feel about how she really felt. These types of interviews are really tricky. She also mentioned I could text her anytime any day. I got home sent a thank u text and mentioned that regardless of what decision is made I still appreciated her bringing me to interview and how lovely of an experience it was. She ends it by saying thank you and we'll be in touch soon!!. I need your input plzzz help what do u think
During the interview they say things like "Your profile is great, it would be a real value to our team", then 2 weeks silence and e-mail they will not follow with me. Wtf does that all mean?!
First 30-40 min they were talking on about themselves or company. At the end I asked if they had any questions for me? So I had like 5-7 minutes at the end...
Hi Ben, I had an interview a week ago and the interview went really well. After the interview the acquisition talent recruiter got back to me that the hiring manager really enjoyed talking to me and that they had a few other candidates to interview and will get back to me before the week ends. Today is the second day of another week and I have still not heard from them. Does it mean I didn't get the job ? I will greatly appreciate if you can provide me with an answer. Thank you
It’s tough to say Milay. Delays aren’t uncommon, it could go either way. It sounds like the interaction was really positive so I wouldn’t lose hope. Let me know what happens.
Your videos are so informative, but I'm beginning to think that the hiring process needs to have a complete overhaul. IDK if there are methods in place already, but employers need to find recruiters that are empathetic, professional, and don't rely on implicit biases to make judgement calls about the viability of candidates. In short, the job hunting really SUCKS.
@@BenTalksTalent When I was my best looking I got hired extremely easily with very little difficulty. Now that I’m older and not as in good shape I am getting rejected 10 times in a row. People don’t want to admit to the reality of life. It’s all looks.
I had an interview and one of the hiring managers rolled his eyes. The other people looked miserable. I knew I wasn’t going to get the job when he said they were in the process of interviewing others. I really think I dodged a bullet, some jobs are toxic from the jump.
Brilliant video as always Ben...and I especially LOVE the point about the interviewer not "selling" the role to the candidate...I've been in that situation before and to be honest, in many cases, it can actually be a form of a blessing because it's a "warning shot" that this place is NOT somewhere you want to work!
That abrupt change in attitude (and how you're treated) after something goes wrong is yet another parallel that job interviewing has with the beginning stages of dating someone. There is a much higher level of respect that goes along with being interested in a person. Just like with the interviewer becoming hostile and disrespectful......if you lose (or never really had) a date's genuine interest, she may start treating you a lot worse before long. And if that happens, it's a flat out irreversible no.
Had a recent interview. The guy interviewing was the manager I would be working under. It was the most awkward and uncomfortable interview I ever had. I have no idea why, but while I was trying to answer interview questions, the guy kept constantly looking at his phone. It seemed he was more interested in tending to his phone than what I had to say. I felt so uncomfortable and distracted by it. Safe to say after I left I had a bad feeling about it sure enough, I didn't get the job. In fact I was Ghosted.
@@BenTalksTalent these types of videos stress interviewees. Ive received all these and didnt get the job. Ive absolutely intentionally bombed interviews and was hired . So now i just look at the email asking for me to be a part of the co.
I've experienced a lot of the signs listed in this video. If I would have known these signs earlier, it would have saved me so much time during and after the interview. Thank you for your this informative video! ❤️
@@BenTalksTalent Because you bring such valuable and unique points in each video, I like them all. I appreciate you going through the different scenarios because you covered some things that the average interviewer (me) may find unusual, but not understand why it is happening. One example is when the interviewer is checking on the "missing" candidate. Jeez. I was so clueless to some of their techniques before your 'Signs That They Won't Hire You' series. Thank you, Ben! #20/20Hindsite
I was invited for an interview. It was a panel interview of 3 ladies. As soon as they sat me down, one says " this will be a quick interview. Its only 6 questions, its friday!" I was like" ok.." From that point i knew they were not going to hire me. It was like they just needed to interview someone to make their quota. I knew that they already decided who they were hiring. It was me vs. an internal. Guess what! They hired the internal and wasted my time. I was disappointed and furious! I really wanted that job. 😢
I went for an interview last week and they actually gave me a guide with the questions they were going to ask 10 mins before the interview. I studied them; however, they were rushing and the interview lasted less than 10 mins. I did not get any feedback and felt I answered properly. What did I do wrong? Also, on the initial interview they do not allow people to ask questions. It’s very upsetting that they didn’t provide feedback. 😢
I am physically fit, mentally alert and highly qualified for any job I interview for. The problem is I am 76 and have gray hair. The question is do I color my hair tolook younger or not. Thanks😊
I’ve just about experienced each sign. From the distracted interviewer to some who have never bothered to look at my resume before an interview. Both seemed disinterested and ready to finish the interview. I have also been rushed at the start of an interview and told “This will be quick, I just have to get through these questions”.. Now, I haven’t experienced any of my interviewer’s mood shift, but I have seen some frowning.. On the positive side, I have been hired at a job where the interviewer really tried to “sell” me the company and job. They talked about their willingness to teach, patience, pros about the job, and so forth. I know now for my next interview! Thanks, Ben
Wait wait so if they already made the decision to move forward with you but they are just going through the motions with you as courtesy, that's disingenuous and I'd rather be told upfront nope lol. I will blast applications out all day until I get a yes for roles I know I can do. The least they can do is just tell me. I'd even go as far as asking if I can have the job if the vibe is right.
I'm interviewing with a big time profitable company and I'm so anxious on if they'll hire me or not. Their process has been about a month long. I got great feedback from my first two interviewers but I'm unsure about the last one. I was confident and prepared but not cocky. The third interviewer kind of left me a little unsure though. He seemed like he was in a rush from the jump. They did recommend me to move forward in the interview process rather quickly(about a day after the interview). It's not an industry that everyone gets into but I am super anxious. The reason the last guy left me a little unsure is because the interview did go rather quickly and we finished 10 minutes early but to be fair I finished all interviews a little early. Because they were so impressed The way I'm taking it is they want to hire me but had to do the third interview because that's their process or he wasn't impressed and wanted to get me off of the phone rather quickly. 😂😂😂. He did give me a time frame and said it would be a week because that's their process. I'm just so nervous and my bday is this week. If I don't get this job then I know the universe hates me😂😂😂. Thanks for the video!
The universe doesn’t hate you! Hopefully you get the job but if you don’t, just know that there are many reasons great candidates don’t get the job. If that happens, don’t give up!
Oh my interview was really good, not rushing me, 30 mins interview went on for 1 hour, asked so manyyy questions. I got all the buying signs but wasn't selected
If their demeanor changes and or become rude, or aren´t knowledgable in an area they should be, that´s when I end the interview, with the same response as they would, followed by a generic rejection letter to them.
Hi I’ve literally just left a interview. This was my second interview with the facility and it felt like smooth sailing until the end. I had to ask about the next steps and was told they usually do 3 interviews but I wouldn’t know when my 3rd one was until they touched base with another candidates interview. It left me concerned because I’m not sure if that was her way of telling me you probably won’t hear from us again …. Thoughts
One of the worst signs in my experience is if 1 or more of the scheduled interviewers are not present and after the interview they do not schedule interviews with the people absent. It has happened twice to me and I have never been extended an offer.
great Video! In my in personal interview interviewer was well engaged while I was talking and she took notes too.She did not give many clues but, At the end she commented - You are very easy to talk with. Hopefully I get this job.
kast week was the 2nd time interviewing for the same position but with a different team since the new spot opened after being rejected for the interview 3 week prior they wanted to interview me for another spot. they used phrases such as if you accept the offer when can yhou start and youll love working with us. they ignored my follow up email week later i now realize the person i emai lwas not the hiring manager he just set up interviewss......... oops! rthey told me for sure theyll call me within 1-2 weeks. today is one week, silence.... and on ideed the job was taken down. do i assume someone else got it ?
Hi Ben. I just had an interview recently. First round was with hiring manager after first round he arranged second round with client where he and client both interviewed, they were engaged, asked good questions taking notes explained roles and responsibilities and how the company is performing. I felt few of my answers we’re not that mature but overall i give good answers as they were agreeing to my answers overall. At the end they said we will discuss and inform hr our comments and hr will contact you right after my update. Its been few days. Not calls from hr. Did i got rejected?? Because they both are the decision factors here so these many day delays means rejection or any hope left?
@@BenTalksTalent Hey Ben, I have an update on this situation. I noticed that the company I just interviewed with yesterday also posted the same job listing that I interviewed for yesterday. I don’t know if this means I didn’t get it and they are posting the job again trying to get more people, or if it means they just want more applicants. Because the first posting only had a few applicants and I was one of them. I thought I did well though but I guess you never know. The interviewer also told me that they are trying to build a team of people in the position that I applied for, so I am leaning on the fact that they just want/need more applicants, but this has me overthinking. What do you think? Btw, I am quailed for the job (for the most part), I have a degree in the field and 6 months of internship experience, and felt I did well in the interviews. Just not sure where I stand now.
@@ordinaryopinion-1 this is a good question and I think I’ll make a video on it. It’s normally not amazing news but if they are hiring out a whole team, perhaps it’s not a terrible sign.
Hey Ben when a director of human resources interview you and take you on a tour and telling you what can you do to help promote the bar and restaurant and telling you the f& b manager needs help and the supervisor needs guidance and telling you about the staff turn over and at the end she said I will get in contact in 2 weeks and told me it's a good sign because she takes me on a tour after a I ask her how was my interview if anything else she wants to know. So as a recruiter what you think?
I had an open day interview and the recruiter said I will receive an email if shortlisted but others to had an instant shortlist chit for next step what does it mean
Okay she was smiling and being nice she asked me to remove my mask and smile and I did and she said wow I have a beautiful smile and she asked me why I want to become a cabin crew and I told her my answer but she didn’t make me finish my answer but her facial expression looked okay this person is very interesting and kept smiling and after she asked me if I’m currently working and I told her yes and what I’m doing. Then she said thank you you will receive an email if shortlisted with a big smile.
Oh my goodness, this happened to me yesterday in my final interview for my dream job. It was a three panel interview and the first interviewer had an abrupt mood shift after I answered his question- he actually started laughing. His question was “tell me about a time you had to deal with a difficult operator “ and when i explained the situation he started smiling and then laughing as I got further into the story. I guess this means i probably won’t get the job. I just feel so sad because it was my dream job working with one of the top tech companies. Definitely feel like almost crying 😔
During an interview, I asked something from the role description, the guy answered and added "well the perfect candidate should know that". Ok, I may not know something, but you shouldn't be an asshole about it.
I had a virtual interview today for infection control nurse, things went well, but one thing that stood out, which was odd but maybe she had good intention? The recruiter mentioned that the Director of Nursing was an agency hired DON and she’s ready to walk out the door, there is no Assistant DON and the staff is set in their ways hard to deal with. So 1st: I jumped on the opportunity to ask for a combined role of ADON/Infection Control and 2. Does it sound like she was trying to turn me off from the job? Asked about salary expectations and ended the interview with You’ll be hearing back from me soon.
I had a interview and thought it went great, however the interviewer told me to apply to these other positions with the agency. The interviewer kept playing with her hair during the interview.
Yep, hiring managers checking their phones, walking around their office, typing smth on a computer. Or another example: One of the managers presented himself and his position and role, and the second one...well he remained unknown
Not trying to be harsh but to be realistic instead! Also, I wrote the script for this video while traveling by train from Sevilla to Barcelona. Fun fact!
I ave found that even if there isn't an 'abrupt mood shift' shift in an interview... I have found that there is always a very specific change in an interviewers eye the very moment you answer a question in a way that will ensue you won't be hired. Every bit of there face and attitude will remain the same, but there will be no welcome in their eyes... at all
In the most recent interview I attended, I didn't know what to think. From the very beginning, the questions were so open ended and he never wrote anything down. But, at the same time he was saying how he liked that I was already pursuing ventures in this field and he could that could tell that I wanted to move forward and progress in this field. He was selling me on the perks of the company without even my asking. He brought up pay without me even asking. He told me that as long as one got their work done it was ok to go home early on a Friday. He told me how family work-life is important. It seemed like all he did was try to sell me on the company. He said that he rarely turns down request for time off. He told me about the travel allowance. He was very thoughtful on the answers to my questions and said he loved some of the questions. But, he only asked me three questions: 1. Tell me what brings you in today 2. How do you feel about working with customers and 3. What questions do you have for me. It seems like it was only a formality but I can not tell which side it swayed. It's killing me, this is an opportunity I thought would never come. I should I take this?
I’ve completed 3 phone interviews and now being asked to come in for an on-site interview. The interview is 4 hours, which includes me doing a presentation & a tour. I’m really hoping I’m pretty much in the door.
I would rather they just end the interview once they’ve determined a candidate to be unqualified
It would be nice to know for sure
It hurts but you simply won't "win" every interview. Reading the signs helps have realistic expectations!
Absolutely! It’s not great news but I’d always rather know than not know.
I received mixed signals this week during my interview. The General Manager seemed engaged, however he was distracted at the end because his boss was calling him and he needed to take the call at the end of the interview he mentioned I may need a interview with HR. My first two interviews went great! This one left me uncertain about what is going on
I go on interviews just for practice. If I get the vibe they are wasting my time, I just stop caring and say anthing.
Well hard to care if they are wasting your time. I get that.
It's really weird, I had a corporate recruiter contact me, very enthusiastic and said my exp would be great for the company. He also was trying to sell me on the position and I confirmed my interest with the company. When the actual interview was scheduled with the manager, it was a video interview, her camera was off and had me turn it on grom the getgo, I found it kind of odd that her camera was off. She seemed rushed and disinterested with me from the beginning, totally opposite feeling from the corporate recruiter.
She also never bothered to read my resume...cause she asked me are you still currently working or not.
@michaelwang1079 I would say the majority of places I have interviewed with probably haven't read my resume or they just want more information. I've gotten so many questions they would know had they actually read my resume. One of the biggest indicators usually is when they ask if I've ever worked with a software that's on my resume.
This video only has 400 likes that’s crazy. Great video! I just had an interview today and everything was going great. Interview was over, hands were shaken and I was leaving. The guy that did the interview was headed out also (interview was right before lunch). I was maybe 20 feet from my car and right before he turned to me and asked me another question. “So, overtime, like 70-80/weeks you’re good with that right?” And I looked at him and said “yes to an extent. If the company has the occasional need to exceed 60hr weeks, absolutely. But not constantly over 60hr” and immediate Mood Shift. I feel they may still offer me the job, I’m probably the best candidate they’ve got for the job. But if they don’t, I’m 100% sure it’s because of my answer to that question in the parking lot. Side note: IMO if a company expects all employees to regularly work 70-80hr weeks, they need to just create more shifts and hire more employees instead of paying all the OT. A good company doesn’t burn out their employees like that. I got a feeling during the interview that this company expect constant 70-80hrs. I’m not sure I even want the job at this point. I wasn’t even looking up this video I was looking up “how to politely turn down a job after an interview” when I came across this. Great video!
Thanks Aaron! Yea man, that place is probably going to require a lot of extensive mandatory OT. That won’t work for everyone. Appreciate the kind words!
As someone who worked in HR, I can imagine deciding a candidate doesn’t fit the role before the end of an interview but I’d still want to learn about the candidate in case he might fit subsequent roles. I wouldn’t waste the time.
I was interviewed by three people at once .....exec director and 2 board trustees. During the interview they not only took personal cell phone calls.......they MADE personal calls!!!!!! I was gob-smacked!!!!! Wow.....this is them on their best behavior. I ran.
Don’t work for such people mate
If they're serious they don't take 2 weeks.
I’d say I mostly agree. But some companies just aren’t great at having efficient processes.
Another sign is when the hiring manager sounds to friendly or fake nice with you and cuts you off while your reaponding to their question.
Yupe!! Facts!!
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My last interview was a bit awkward since the beginning the recruiter looked like he didn't even wanted to do an interview and mostly asked me questions and straight to the next steps. at the end he did not even asked if i had any questions so i felt the liberty to ask questions anyways and just the whole vibe i was given was not great at all
Well, you may be dodging a bullet there. Sorry about that!
That’s unfortunate and such a waste of time that they still drag on the questions when they know you’re not hired. Just tell me upfront.
I can share my exp in interview with Google. It's just before they announced layoff. Gca the guy was rushing me even though I was doing star and took 3 to 5 mins... Second RRC. Guy did not join.. two was back to back. 1Week later the HR came back with feedback for both the interview even for the one which interviewer did not join the call!!! Beat that . She was giving feedback on the question that was never asked to me... I was surprised with this exp from Google!!!! I was interviewing solution architect role. 7days later they announced layoff.😊
I am down to my last interview which is with the Market Director. I am waiting for them to schedule that interview. It is really makibg me anxious. This would be my 6th interview.
Good luck Inday! I hope you end up getting an offer!
@@BenTalksTalent is this the make or break interview?
Did ya get the job?
Thank you for your insight tips.
You are welcome!
I had an interview today and they were taking a lot of notes and engaging in questions. The recruiter that set up the interview told me about the benefits of the company but the interviewers didn’t. At the end I was told they still have more interviews to do and HR is very slow. She told me not to get discouraged if it takes some time. What does this mean?
Hi Rasheeda! It might just mean that they have a long process. But it seems good that they are telling you not to get concerned.
I hate this, this is why I get nervous because I would feel so much better if they would just tell me right there that I'm not the one .. why waste people's time , especially those that think the are getting an offer, waiting by the phone just to be turned down .
I hear ya. It’s very frustrating. It’s why I made the channel. To help people looking for a job.
@@BenTalksTalent oh I hope you didn't think I was offending you , not at all. I just left an interview, she had 5 others I was the last, she told me I was the best so far, it's for a room service order taker position, she told me she loved how I was so passionate about food business and then asked me if I was interested in working cashier casino food line because the room service order taker position does not involve having physical interaction with customers, room service is a solo job .. when she mentioned that I was definitely unaware of if I was getting the offer. I was honest and told her that I wouldn't mind cashier but I would really like to be considered for the room service position because it's something ive never done but I know I can handle the duties blah blah. So she didn't mention the cashier after. She mentioned how she could see us working together and how she loves my personality and that's how she picks her hires. So I was literally stuck in the air. After I sent a thank you message and her response mentions that she's happy I came and she'll be reaching out to me soon. Would you happen to maybe have any idea of what is next? She did mention something that you said was a bad thing but idk, this is in the casino they arent open yet ,but she mentioned they have a few more interviews and should receive an email with an offer by may 1. I'm so confused. One minute I was all smiles shoulders up high the next minute I was sad inside sunken shoulders... Heeeelp !! Any advice plz
@@BenTalksTalent omg I sent a whole story of today's confusing interview and I hit the back button by accident. I'll type it again because I'm little confused .. it's for a casino in Atlantic City, room service order taker , it's basically a back of house position by yourself taking calls...the interviewer had 5 people today I was last she mentioned I was the best out of all loves my personality can see us working together, this threw me for a loop, she manages 3 other departments , cashier food department and asked me if I'd be maybe willing to work in that area since she sees how passionate I am and as I mentioned with room service you don't get to engage with customers , I was honest and told her that I would not mind doing cashier but I really would like to experience working room service because I've been interested in this position. So she never mentions the cashier job again, we are having good convos good vibes she mentions how she can see us working together and how we could possibly create a great flow at work. Then the part that you said is a huge red flag. She mentions that they are interviewing a few more ppl bcuz of the memorial day holiday they need more help but should be receiving email by may 1st with offer letter. I was up in smokes didnt know what to feel about how she really felt. These types of interviews are really tricky. She also mentioned I could text her anytime any day. I got home sent a thank u text and mentioned that regardless of what decision is made I still appreciated her bringing me to interview and how lovely of an experience it was. She ends it by saying thank you and we'll be in touch soon!!. I need your input plzzz help what do u think
Bruh idk if u see my comments but Everytime I leave them I can't see it
Oops I meant to say, you said if hired the offer letter will be emailed first week of may
During the interview they say things like "Your profile is great, it would be a real value to our team", then 2 weeks silence and e-mail they will not follow with me.
Wtf does that all mean?!
What does it mean when you get a verbal offer during the interview and then a rejection email the next day?
I would say it means they are a disorganized mess. I would reach out to the recruiter for clarification.
@@BenTalksTalent thanks!
First 30-40 min they were talking on about themselves or company. At the end I asked if they had any questions for me? So I had like 5-7 minutes at the end...
Hi Ben, I had an interview a week ago and the interview went really well. After the interview the acquisition talent recruiter got back to me that the hiring manager really enjoyed talking to me and that they had a few other candidates to interview and will get back to me before the week ends. Today is the second day of another week and I have still not heard from them. Does it mean I didn't get the job ? I will greatly appreciate if you can provide me with an answer. Thank you
It’s tough to say Milay. Delays aren’t uncommon, it could go either way. It sounds like the interaction was really positive so I wouldn’t lose hope. Let me know what happens.
Thanks Ben for the feedback, they offered the job to someone who had experience in that job role
@@milayselley2625 so sorry! 😢
Your videos are so informative, but I'm beginning to think that the hiring process needs to have a complete overhaul. IDK if there are methods in place already, but employers need to find recruiters that are empathetic, professional, and don't rely on implicit biases to make judgement calls about the viability of candidates. In short, the job hunting really SUCKS.
I know job hunting sucks, it’s part of why I created channel. And thank you so much!!!
Interviewing is mostly looks based. If you aren’t attractive you will be receiving rejections all the time.
I disagree
@@BenTalksTalent When I was my best looking I got hired extremely easily with very little difficulty. Now that I’m older and not as in good shape I am getting rejected 10 times in a row. People don’t want to admit to the reality of life. It’s all looks.
@@RecapWorldTV still disagree
I had an interview and one of the hiring managers rolled his eyes. The other people looked miserable. I knew I wasn’t going to get the job when he said they were in the process of interviewing others. I really think I dodged a bullet, some jobs are toxic from the jump.
It sounds very toxic Tiffany, I agree.
I would've gotten up and left as soon as they rolled their eyes at me.
Brilliant video as always Ben...and I especially LOVE the point about the interviewer not "selling" the role to the candidate...I've been in that situation before and to be honest, in many cases, it can actually be a form of a blessing because it's a "warning shot" that this place is NOT somewhere you want to work!
So very true! Sometimes missing out on something is a blessing.
I have had an interviewer roll his eyes, another yawned a few times - very rude and unprofessional!
Or they put hand on their chin while you are talking
What about not knowing answers for a role, where im paying them.
That abrupt change in attitude (and how you're treated) after something goes wrong is yet another parallel that job interviewing has with the beginning stages of dating someone. There is a much higher level of respect that goes along with being interested in a person. Just like with the interviewer becoming hostile and disrespectful......if you lose (or never really had) a date's genuine interest, she may start treating you a lot worse before long. And if that happens, it's a flat out irreversible no.
You need to answer like a miss universe to get hired
It can feel like that.
Had a recent interview. The guy interviewing was the manager I would be working under. It was the most awkward and uncomfortable interview I ever had. I have no idea why, but while I was trying to answer interview questions, the guy kept constantly looking at his phone. It seemed he was more interested in tending to his phone than what I had to say. I felt so uncomfortable and distracted by it. Safe to say after I left I had a bad feeling about it sure enough, I didn't get the job. In fact I was Ghosted.
Sounds like you dodged a bullet friend!
I got ghosted horribly, as I passed the interviewer in the food store and she made a bee line for the cash register.
@@JunkanooBob99 coward
The only indicator is if you get the job. Thats it!
It’s the ultimate one but not the only one by far.
@@BenTalksTalent these types of videos stress interviewees.
Ive received all these and didnt get the job.
Ive absolutely intentionally bombed interviews and was hired .
So now i just look at the email asking for me to be a part of the co.
I've experienced a lot of the signs listed in this video. If I would have known these signs earlier, it would have saved me so much time during and after the interview. Thank you for your this informative video! ❤️
Which of the four videos was your fav?
@@BenTalksTalent Because you bring such valuable and unique points in each video, I like them all. I appreciate you going through the different scenarios because you covered some things that the average interviewer (me) may find unusual, but not understand why it is happening. One example is when the interviewer is checking on the "missing" candidate. Jeez. I was so clueless to some of their techniques before your 'Signs That They Won't Hire You' series. Thank you, Ben! #20/20Hindsite
I was invited for an interview. It was a panel interview of 3 ladies. As soon as they sat me down, one says " this will be a quick interview. Its only 6 questions, its friday!" I was like" ok.." From that point i knew they were not going to hire me. It was like they just needed to interview someone to make their quota. I knew that they already decided who they were hiring. It was me vs. an internal.
Guess what! They hired the internal and wasted my time. I was disappointed and furious! I really wanted that job. 😢
You’ll get something better, keep at it ❤
Girl, This happened to me. It was 4 old women. I did so well. I wasted my time.
I went for an interview last week and they actually gave me a guide with the questions they were going to ask 10 mins before the interview. I studied them; however, they were rushing and the interview lasted less than 10 mins. I did not get any feedback and felt I answered properly. What did I do wrong? Also, on the initial interview they do not allow people to ask questions. It’s very upsetting that they didn’t provide feedback. 😢
I am physically fit, mentally alert and highly qualified for any job I interview for. The problem is I am 76 and have gray hair. The question is do I color my hair tolook younger or not. Thanks😊
Yes, but not jet black. Aim for black and gray mix, like salt and pepper etc
I’ve just about experienced each sign. From the distracted interviewer to some who have never bothered to look at my resume before an interview. Both seemed disinterested and ready to finish the interview. I have also been rushed at the start of an interview and told “This will be quick, I just have to get through these questions”.. Now, I haven’t experienced any of my interviewer’s mood shift, but I have seen some frowning.. On the positive side, I have been hired at a job where the interviewer really tried to “sell” me the company and job. They talked about their willingness to teach, patience, pros about the job, and so forth. I know now for my next interview! Thanks, Ben
You will know exactly what to look for!
Wait wait so if they already made the decision to move forward with you but they are just going through the motions with you as courtesy, that's disingenuous and I'd rather be told upfront nope lol. I will blast applications out all day until I get a yes for roles I know I can do. The least they can do is just tell me. I'd even go as far as asking if I can have the job if the vibe is right.
I’d much rather be told up front too. Unfortunately, that seldom is the case in the standard interview process.
If they are not focusing on me then I'll just get up and leave. I'll tell them they are wasting my time.
It's interesting to listen about things that happen behind the curtains
It really can be. Hiring is an interesting beast.
I'm interviewing with a big time profitable company and I'm so anxious on if they'll hire me or not. Their process has been about a month long. I got great feedback from my first two interviewers but I'm unsure about the last one. I was confident and prepared but not cocky. The third interviewer kind of left me a little unsure though. He seemed like he was in a rush from the jump. They did recommend me to move forward in the interview process rather quickly(about a day after the interview). It's not an industry that everyone gets into but I am super anxious. The reason the last guy left me a little unsure is because the interview did go rather quickly and we finished 10 minutes early but to be fair I finished all interviews a little early. Because they were so impressed The way I'm taking it is they want to hire me but had to do the third interview because that's their process or he wasn't impressed and wanted to get me off of the phone rather quickly. 😂😂😂. He did give me a time frame and said it would be a week because that's their process. I'm just so nervous and my bday is this week. If I don't get this job then I know the universe hates me😂😂😂. Thanks for the video!
The universe doesn’t hate you! Hopefully you get the job but if you don’t, just know that there are many reasons great candidates don’t get the job. If that happens, don’t give up!
Oh and happy birthday!!!🎂
Did you get it?
Oh my interview was really good, not rushing me, 30 mins interview went on for 1 hour, asked so manyyy questions. I got all the buying signs but wasn't selected
If their demeanor changes and or become rude, or aren´t knowledgable in an area they should be, that´s when I end the interview, with the same response as they would, followed by a generic rejection letter to them.
Being rude isn’t a good sign at all, agreed
Great insights, I had all of them... Got the hint many times. Interviews are
Always difficult for me.
It’s challenging for a lot of people Lynn. Don’t give up!
What if a phone interviewer is not warm from the beginning? Every other thing went well but the demeanour wasn’t friendly.
Hi I’ve literally just left a interview. This was my second interview with the facility and it felt like smooth sailing until the end. I had to ask about the next steps and was told they usually do 3 interviews but I wouldn’t know when my 3rd one was until they touched base with another candidates interview. It left me concerned because I’m not sure if that was her way of telling me you probably won’t hear from us again …. Thoughts
That could just be their process. I wouldn’t be too worried about it Lando! If all went well, there is still a good shot they bring you back!
One of the worst signs in my experience is if 1 or more of the scheduled interviewers are not present and after the interview they do not schedule interviews with the people absent. It has happened twice to me and I have never been extended an offer.
great Video! In my in personal interview interviewer was well engaged while I was talking and she took notes too.She did not give many clues but, At the end she commented - You are very easy to talk with. Hopefully I get this job.
Hello what does it means if after the interview they say onboarding will reach out?
Could they just say that just because or do you think there interested?
I would think that is a very good sign. Onboarding is part of the hiring process.
kast week was the 2nd time interviewing for the same position but with a different team since the new spot opened after being rejected for the interview 3 week prior they wanted to interview me for another spot. they used phrases such as if you accept the offer when can yhou start and youll love working with us. they ignored my follow up email week later i now realize the person i emai lwas not the hiring manager he just set up interviewss......... oops! rthey told me for sure theyll call me within 1-2 weeks. today is one week, silence.... and on ideed the job was taken down. do i assume someone else got it ?
Not necessarily. Sometimes companies just take a long job and do a poor job of communicating. There seemed to be many positive signs.
You are also looking for their fit to you. If didn't work out, it wasn't meant to be :)
Hi Ben. I just had an interview recently. First round was with hiring manager after first round he arranged second round with client where he and client both interviewed, they were engaged, asked good questions taking notes explained roles and responsibilities and how the company is performing. I felt few of my answers we’re not that mature but overall i give good answers as they were agreeing to my answers overall. At the end they said we will discuss and inform hr our comments and hr will contact you right after my update. Its been few days. Not calls from hr. Did i got rejected?? Because they both are the decision factors here so these many day delays means rejection or any hope left?
Not necessarily. The interview process often takes longer than we hope.
Based on this, I think I will get the job. Just had my second interview for a really good job yesterday, and I was told they will call me this week.
Let’s go! Fingers crossed!
@@BenTalksTalent Thank you Ben!
@@BenTalksTalent Hey Ben, I have an update on this situation. I noticed that the company I just interviewed with yesterday also posted the same job listing that I interviewed for yesterday. I don’t know if this means I didn’t get it and they are posting the job again trying to get more people, or if it means they just want more applicants. Because the first posting only had a few applicants and I was one of them. I thought I did well though but I guess you never know. The interviewer also told me that they are trying to build a team of people in the position that I applied for, so I am leaning on the fact that they just want/need more applicants, but this has me overthinking. What do you think? Btw, I am quailed for the job (for the most part), I have a degree in the field and 6 months of internship experience, and felt I did well in the interviews. Just not sure where I stand now.
@@ordinaryopinion-1 this is a good question and I think I’ll make a video on it. It’s normally not amazing news but if they are hiring out a whole team, perhaps it’s not a terrible sign.
@@BenTalksTalent Shoot, okay. Oh well. I’d love to hear you expand on it in a video!
What if the technical final interview said, the team will contact you
It’s hard to know just from that.
I watched your other video and i watched this one. So they didn't show any positive or negative signs. 😂 I guess it was neutral 😂
Sometimes that happens too
Hey Ben when a director of human resources interview you and take you on a tour and telling you what can you do to help promote the bar and restaurant and telling you the f& b manager needs help and the supervisor needs guidance and telling you about the staff turn over and at the end she said I will get in contact in 2 weeks and told me it's a good sign because she takes me on a tour after a I ask her how was my interview if anything else she wants to know. So as a recruiter what you think?
It all sounds very promising my friend! Good luck!
School principals are terrible at “selling” the opportunity.
Lol I bet
I had an open day interview and the recruiter said I will receive an email if shortlisted but others to had an instant shortlist chit for next step what does it mean
Hard to tell from just that. How was the rest of the interview?
Okay she was smiling and being nice she asked me to remove my mask and smile and I did and she said wow I have a beautiful smile and she asked me why I want to become a cabin crew and I told her my answer but she didn’t make me finish my answer but her facial expression looked okay this person is very interesting and kept smiling and after she asked me if I’m currently working and I told her yes and what I’m doing. Then she said thank you you will receive an email if shortlisted with a big smile.
And before we had the interview the recruiter said some will have an instant invite sheet some will also receive an email so I’m confused
Please what does it mean i have been waiting for your reply
@@rosemondappiah9439 it’s hard to know from that. Have you heard back yet?
Love your channel!
Thank you!!!
Oh my goodness, this happened to me yesterday in my final interview for my dream job. It was a three panel interview and the first interviewer had an abrupt mood shift after I answered his question- he actually started laughing. His question was “tell me about a time you had to deal with a difficult operator “ and when i explained the situation he started smiling and then laughing as I got further into the story. I guess this means i probably won’t get the job. I just feel so sad because it was my dream job working with one of the top tech companies. Definitely feel like almost crying 😔
During an interview, I asked something from the role description, the guy answered and added "well the perfect candidate should know that". Ok, I may not know something, but you shouldn't be an asshole about it.
I had a virtual interview today for infection control nurse, things went well, but one thing that stood out, which was odd but maybe she had good intention? The recruiter mentioned that the Director of Nursing was an agency hired DON and she’s ready to walk out the door, there is no Assistant DON and the staff is set in their ways hard to deal with. So 1st: I jumped on the opportunity to ask for a combined role of ADON/Infection Control and 2. Does it sound like she was trying to turn me off from the job?
Asked about salary expectations and ended the interview with You’ll be hearing back from me soon.
always heard interviewers know if they are going to hire you within the 1st few minutes is this true?
Kind of. I have been swayed after the first few minutes but mostly you know.
Yep you’ll know
I had a interview and thought it went great, however the interviewer told me to apply to these other positions with the agency. The interviewer kept playing with her hair during the interview.
Well that’s frustrating. Sorry RC
It is so HARD to speak HR-ese...interviewing is the absolute worst activity on the planet.
Condescending tone like "Sooo what did you do in X company?"
Yep, hiring managers checking their phones, walking around their office, typing smth on a computer.
Or another example: One of the managers presented himself and his position and role, and the second one...well he remained unknown
Can candidates get some respect, too?
Ben it tickles my soul to hear you say “you’re not gonna get the job”. You are so direct that it’s funny!
Not trying to be harsh but to be realistic instead! Also, I wrote the script for this video while traveling by train from Sevilla to Barcelona. Fun fact!
@@BenTalksTalent that is very cool! And I totally get it we need the reality check lol
I ave found that even if there isn't an 'abrupt mood shift' shift in an interview... I have found that there is always a very specific change in an interviewers eye the very moment you answer a question in a way that will ensue you won't be hired. Every bit of there face and attitude will remain the same, but there will be no welcome in their eyes... at all
In the most recent interview I attended, I didn't know what to think. From the very beginning, the questions were so open ended and he never wrote anything down. But, at the same time he was saying how he liked that I was already pursuing ventures in this field and he could that could tell that I wanted to move forward and progress in this field. He was selling me on the perks of the company without even my asking. He brought up pay without me even asking. He told me that as long as one got their work done it was ok to go home early on a Friday. He told me how family work-life is important. It seemed like all he did was try to sell me on the company. He said that he rarely turns down request for time off. He told me about the travel allowance. He was very thoughtful on the answers to my questions and said he loved some of the questions. But, he only asked me three questions: 1. Tell me what brings you in today 2. How do you feel about working with customers and 3. What questions do you have for me.
It seems like it was only a formality but I can not tell which side it swayed. It's killing me, this is an opportunity I thought would never come.
I should I take this?
It all sounds really good to be Jamie. A lot of buying signs.
I’ve completed 3 phone interviews and now being asked to come in for an on-site interview. The interview is 4 hours, which includes me doing a presentation & a tour. I’m really hoping I’m pretty much in the door.