Job hunting for a few months now. Hundreds of applications. Very few responses. About 30-40% rejection notices received. So Yes, tough climate.

Theresa Ortiz

August 22,2026 at 1:15PM UTC

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Job hunting for a few months now. Hundreds of applications. Very few responses. About 30-40% rejection notices received. So Yes, tough climate.

My issue: my few interviews at recruiter level have been by phone or 'camera-off' Zoom/Teams...which is fine. When i advanced to hiring mgr. Interview it went to 'camera-on' (slighly unnerving at my advanced age) but do-able.

I present in makeup/hair & prof. attire. I try to look into the camera. I've seen managers come late to the meeting, wearing very "comfortable" clothes, looking WAY away from the camera. In 2 instances I talked to a person starring into a camera completely sideways! Or occasionally glancing down at her phone!

Obviously an interview focuses on communication, content & chemistry. Not necessarily eye contact. But is it too much to ask for full attention & a little preparation-just as I have? Since cameras are on we should show mutual consideration.

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AnonymousSeptember 9,2026 at 10:25PM UTC
In a way, your experience might be more helpful than a face-to-face interview, as you are not seeing the interviewer's best behavior. This gives you more of a window into how it would be to work for that person if they were your manager or even a colleague.
Remember, you are interviewing them, as much as they are interviewing you.
Wishing you speedy discovery of a company where you would want to work...They do exist. For some more insight, I would suggest checking out Andy LaCivita's free materials. May give you some ideas to find more high quality companies.
Theresa OrtizSeptember 10,2026 at 5:39PM UTC
That's certainly a good point. Thanks for your perspective!
This WAS a recognized reputable company. Great charter, accolades, benefits, comp, etc.
My personal experience has been that an interviewer can be completely incongruent with the organization's "quality" (friendly when you anticipate stuffy, short/abrupt when you anticipate lots of conversation) One just has to be prepared for anything.

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