I went on a second interview at a company.

Anonymous

November 3,2021 at 12:53PM UTC

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I went on a second interview at a company. I felt like it went really well and was feeling really positive, until today when I saw they reposted the position, and got 80 applications. Now I’m feeling a little defeated. Any advice?

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AnonymousNovember 3,2021 at 1:14PM UTC
you may have been good, just not the "one."
Move on.
AnonymousNovember 3,2021 at 1:18PM UTC
I hate when they do that, at least have the decency to reach out and tell candidates that you aren't interested! Keep your head up, the right thing will come.
AnonymousNovember 3,2021 at 1:56PM UTC
Don't. This just might not be a fit for you.
The right job is out there and it will perfect for you.
AnonymousNovember 3,2021 at 2:42PM UTC
No advice. Been there too. And they haven't even sent me a rejection email. HR recruiters are rude and companies don't care.
Lorna Rose, J.D., M.S.November 3,2021 at 3:05PM UTC
Petty advice: take a screenshot, email it to them, and ask them if they’d at least be willing to let you know why they passed on you after 2 interviews
Actual advice: Take it as a favor from the universe that you now don’t have to sit around anxiously waiting for an offer or rejection. Keep looking, the perfect fit for you is still out there!
AnonymousNovember 3,2021 at 3:41PM UTC
Maybe they are hiring 2 positions. That happened to me. They were hiring 2 people with my skillset, but I didn't know that until I was hired and started work.
Amy SanchezNovember 3,2021 at 4:14PM UTC
Don't let it discourage you. It's really easy to apply to positions even if you're extremely unqualified so tough to tell how many of those 80 applicants actually fit the bill.
If you don't get the job, take it as a sign that it wasn't the right place for you, not that you're inadequate. There's a place out there that will be a good fit and lucky to have you. The job search process can be an emotional roller coaster but don't let it knock your confidence. You got this!
AnonymousNovember 4,2021 at 4:47PM UTC
It happened to me yesterday. I'm interviewing for a role and I have the final round already scheduled when I came across a repost of the position on the company's LI. I want to think it's automatic re-posting. Fingers crossed for you!
AnonymousNovember 5,2021 at 2:10PM UTC
This happened to me recently and I’m still being considered, since no decision has been made. I went on three interview rounds with this company and that same day the position had been reposted on LI. Don’t take it personally, maybe they need a second person for the role or it can also be HR policy to have the job recently posted before making an offer. It can be several reasons. Either way, have some faith and what’s meant to be, will be. Sending positive energy your way!