After having a third round 2 weeks ago, I was told I would hear back today regarding the next steps.

22 Comments

1. AmyJanuary 13,2023 at 10:20PM UTC

   You got this! I have been there and am sort of now. Their timelines are guesses. Even with their morning meeting there may be extra things they have to do before they respond back to you. And if you do not hear back on Monday and you are in the states, don't fret it is a federal holiday.

2. AnonymousJanuary 13,2023 at 11:40PM UTC

   Thank you, Amy. I'm sorry that you're going through a similar situation. Interviews are picking up lately but while I'm excited to move forward in rounds, it's a double-edge sword.

   You start feeling hopeful and can see yourself in the role. If I had a job to fall back on, I wouldn't be as worried but this seems to be yet another promising opportunity that I spent months on that doesn't seem to be panning out after they claimed I was moving forward.

   I wish companies wouldn't lie or overpromise. It gets our hopes up that are dashed. I appreciate the heads up regarding Monday as after job searching for months, I've lost track of holidays. Look forward to when weekends and days off were a good thing. Wishing you all the best and have a good weekend!

3. AnonymousJanuary 14,2023 at 1:51PM UTC

   I hope everything works out for you. I have been "ghosted" by potential employers twice in the past month. I do not know when this became the thing to do to applicants, but it screams of immaturity and lack of common manners/sense. WHY would an HR person set a phone interview up and not bother to call or even cancel via email? Can someone tell us why this is happening all over?

4. AnonymousJanuary 13,2023 at 10:24PM UTC

   Unfortunately, recruiters/companies can be very unpredictable.
   Specially in such a competitive market.

   I have been through both scenarios:
   - In one instance, I was ghosted for a week and later received a call with next steps and ended up receiving a verbal offer. The recruiter was just busy with other hiring processes.
   - In other instances they just never replied and weeks later I received a mass email saying that "they moved on with another candidate".

   I hope they get back to you soon with good news!
   Best of luck!

5. AnonymousJanuary 13,2023 at 11:34PM UTC

   Thank you, Anonymous. I appreciate your feedback and best wishes. As of late, interview steps are taking more than two weeks and while I'm continuing on with other companies this process is very difficult and financially draining. I'm glad to put in the time but I don't understand why companies need to have five plus rounds that span months.

   I was laid off of work in June and need a position. I've spent so much time preparing and making sure I'm ready for each round for multiple companies only to be ghosted written off in generic email or once in a great while, contacted about the next steps after more than a month between interviews.

   I've tried freelance, contract and temp work and I'm told I have too much experience when right now, all I want to do is be able to work and have a paycheck.

   Job searching, feels so different and impersonal. than other times in my career. There's a disregard for job searchers' time and even after the recruiters contacts you about a role. I appreciate the best wishes and will try not to feel discouraged.

6. AnonymousJanuary 13,2023 at 11:24PM UTC

   Thank you, Maryann. I appreciate your advice. It hurts because I gave my all to the process and I've been looking for a position for 6 months. The amount of time it hear back from each round and routinely making it to later rounds in the process, actually makes it harder. You start feeling invested in the company. Time to move forward while hoping that they'll circle back with a positive result.

7. Ann Marie ShraderJanuary 14,2023 at 12:13AM UTC

   Never count on what you don't know. I had that happen to me a week ago. I've been waiting to hear back since Sunday (that's when they told me they would contact me). Got too much else to have to worry about one potential employer. Makes me think that it isn't the right one.

8. Ann Marie ShraderJanuary 18,2023 at 3:55PM UTC

   Just as an update... I received an email a week later. Got the "job" except they have a lot of rules for their contractors. If I find a "real" full-time job I have to give 12 Months notice or, if I give two weeks notice, I pay them $100. Oh boy, my gut is telling me (yelling at me) "No, don't do it!" And you know, I am going to listen. It was just a part time side show - they don't want you working full time... lol

9. Sharon GrehanJanuary 14,2023 at 12:43AM UTC

   Decisions and offers get delayed for many reasons. Either way, it's disappointing to not hear anything at all but remember that recruiters are often trying to fill multiple positions at once and when they don't hear from the hiring manager, they wait to hear and don't have information to provide. I wish people in these positions would recognize the stress on applicants but don't get discouraged and continue to follow up to show your interest. Best of luck!

10. AnonymousJanuary 14,2023 at 6:41PM UTC

    Its a rough market. Recruiters are facilitators and often never control the timeline. Take a deep breath, don't panic don't overreact and wait it out. The right employer will want you and give you a good home.

11. AnonymousJanuary 15,2023 at 12:44AM UTC

    I really feel for you in this situation. I had a similar situation recently where I didn't hear back from the recruiter nearly 1 month after a final, 18-person interview. I had to email her, practically begging for the job for her to pick up the phone to call me and let me know I wasn't moving forward. I would definitely stay on the recruiter so you'll know if you need to move on.

12. AnonymousJanuary 18,2023 at 3:52PM UTC

    never beg

13. AnonymousJanuary 15,2023 at 12:42PM UTC

    You really should not antagonize yourself like this.

    When you are considering new opportunities, the moment you finish the interview you should forget about it. If it helps, assume you wont get it and move on.

    You want to control the emotional variables in the process as best you can. Be very transactional. You interviewed so assume that the process ends there and move on to other opportunities. If you hear good news then it’s a pleasant surprise.

14. Erica MitchellJanuary 15,2023 at 1:50PM UTC

    I would have given an extra day before following up. Things happen sometimes on their end that makes them a little late getting back to you. I wouldn't let this ruin your weekend. Be patient and follow up again on Tuesday morning.

15. AnonymousJanuary 16,2023 at 12:09AM UTC

    As a heads up tomorrow is a holiday for a lot of people. You can reach out, but I wouldn't expect an answer until Tuesday/Wednesday.

16. GirlBossanova934974January 16,2023 at 1:23PM UTC

    A lot of companies are just getting back into the swing of things after the holiday period at the end of 2022. Now, there is another 3 day weekend and the work week is being cut short again. Therefore, I would hold off on any big conclusions. For myself, I have always tried to keep 2-3 job prospects going at the same time so I am not waiting for people to get back with me. If something else comes along it, I grabbed it and the company taking its time had to go find another candidate.

17. Crystal HowellJanuary 16,2023 at 1:32PM UTC

    Jobs are getting more frustrating then before. I just do my best and forget about it. If it's meant to be it will. It's a nice surprise when they call with a yes, just keep applying.

18. Brittany Wilson, Transformational Career CoachJanuary 16,2023 at 1:44PM UTC

    Hi there! I can empathize with you, as many can. :( In this situation, I recommend you follow up with the recruiter again. You're welcome to email or even call them to.follow up.

    If you ever need any help, let me know. I'm.a career coach and I specialize in career transitions and job searching. I help people optimize their resume, ace their interview, and negotiate their worth. Best of luck!

19. AnonymousJanuary 16,2023 at 3:34PM UTC

    Don’t get caught up in the timeline nonsense ! People/businesses have so many things to do besides catering to interviewees. There may be aproblem at work, maybe the people making the decision just didn’t decide yet, people take days off, somebody died…! Who knows why they didn’t answer you when you were expecting an answer. Keep moving forward with your job search. If this comes through, then congratulations!

20. AnonymousJanuary 16,2023 at 3:39PM UTC

    Please don’t allow this to ruin your weekend. Until you have an actual job offer in hand, keep applying elsewhere.

21. AnonymousJanuary 17,2023 at 12:38AM UTC

    Keep your head up. Don't wait around for this opportunity if you do wait around another very good job opportunity may pass you by. Continue to search for other opportunities. If this one happens to finally reach out, you will either have options or be very happy they finally did. Good Luck!!

22. AnonymousJanuary 17,2023 at 3:29PM UTC

    Thank you and while I didn't get the position, I did find another to submit for that I'm hopeful is a good fit. I appreciated everyone's support.