I always make it to the second interview and then nothing.

Anonymous

April 4,2022 at 7:12PM UTC

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I always make it to the second interview and then nothing. Some are in person, and some remote. I really don’t know what I’m doing wrong.

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Sarah HernandezApril 4,2022 at 7:21PM UTC
Have you asked the recruiter or hiring team directly for feedback? It might provide some more insight that directly applies.
AnonymousApril 4,2022 at 10:54PM UTC
The fact that you are getting interviews sat your resume is pretty good and doing its job. That means your interview skills are not where they should be to close the deal and get an offer.
I would try practicing with a friend or trusted colleague to hone those skills and get advice on how ro improve.
You may also want to consider a career coach who is a professional at helping you land those offers.
Echo SchneiderApril 4,2022 at 10:57PM UTC
Hopefully with time and practice this will come more easily if you are feeling any anxiety in the interviews themselves.
I agree with what others have said to maybe practice recording yourself answering questions with someone else.
Reach out if you want to do a practice round together!
Arlene Frances Gottardo (Bryak)April 4,2022 at 11:40PM UTC
Is there any way you can contact the person/s who interviewed you & simply ask?
AnonymousApril 4,2022 at 11:45PM UTC
A good question to ask during the interview at the end is 'is there anything about my resume/quals/exp that gives you pause about hiriung me for this position? I'd like the chance to address it now, thank you'
AnonymousApril 5,2022 at 3:27AM UTC
Not going to lie that is a bit strange. The remote ones I am bad at so I understand that aspect but in persons and both I’m not sure. There are great interview tips on Monster and other sites. Review all the questions you think will be asked or previously asked and see what responses you should have given vs. what you gave. That helps me a lot. Going unprepared is asking not to get hired these days.
Christine JohnsonApril 5,2022 at 11:11PM UTC
It is a good sign that you are making it to the second interview. This is the point where the pool is significantly reduced.
You should ask the recruiter for feedback from the hiring manager for future interview prep. It may simply be that they chose another candidate.