I commenced interviewing for a role in January and have reached a second committee round that takes place this week.

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1. AnonymousApril 23,2025 at 4:23PM UTC

   Tell them both the truth, you have a personal conflict that has been scheduled for months and you cannot rebook. Offer up 2 other times for each one and then see what happens. If they are that inflexible does it really matter which one drops off? You have neither in the bag go with your gut on which one seems more a fit and more likely to end with an offer based upon your experience thus far. IMHO a process that takes months may mean it is a slower paced company where decisions take forever, if that aligns with you then that is the one to expedite. If all else fails blame it on your Mother needing to go to a medical situation and that you cannot leave her unattended on that day. Good luck.

2. Tami L CannizzaroApril 23,2025 at 4:24PM UTC

   Go with your gut. You know which one you would rather have, if both offered you a job today. That's the one to move forward with.

3. AnonymousApril 23,2025 at 4:36PM UTC

   After such a lengthy process, I am shocked that they can't find flexibility which i find unprofessional at best.

   I guess you pick the one you feel most sure about. But my spider sense tells me that neither of these are in final stages. Chances are good that an offer is a few more "final" meetings away from actual written offers.

4. AnonymousApril 23,2025 at 6:20PM UTC

   Agree. Usually by this point the hiring team is "in it" with candidate and is working with the candidate to make the relationship they've committed to work. This is so weird to grind the candidate to jump through hoops.

5. AnonymousApril 23,2025 at 4:49PM UTC

   So you've already told both companies you have a scheduling conflict? The only advice we can give at this point is if one won't reschedule, which you said they won't, then you cancel it, pull out of the running and go with the job you really want. The challenge is you may not get an offer. At this point, sounds like you are going to have to place your bet on the one that you interviewed with 5 times, which is a ridiculously long interviewing process, that pays more and is higher level. But again, you are wagering a bet. I would ask again with the other company that is 2nd choice, look I have another interview at the very same time, and I really do not want to lose this opportunity, however, if you cannot change the schedule, I will have to remove myself from the running.

6. LauraApril 23,2025 at 5:38PM UTC

   I would keep the interview with the one you are most excited about and leaning towards and then compose a professional email to the other one stating how interested you are in the opportunity and would like to proceed with the interview but are unfortunately unable to make the proposed time and date (no need to provide reasons). Then provide 2-3 alternative options. Having worked in HR, I have never told someone that if they couldn't make the one time and date I proposed that they were no longer going to be considered, that's kinda strange. We understand people have lives and obligations so that may be a red/yellow flag you should keep in the back of your mind. Good luck!

7. AnonymousApril 23,2025 at 6:25PM UTC

   You need to decide on what is best for you, others really can't decide that for you. AND what are the ODDS of this happening, play the lottery.

8. AnonymousApril 23,2025 at 11:33PM UTC

   Thank you and I appreciated your advice!

9. AnonymousApril 24,2025 at 12:57PM UTC

   Do you want to work there if they can't be flexible for a last-minute schedule? Take the one you like the most or feel the best chance of getting, and then let the other know you have a conflict for the date/time you cannot reschedule. Too often, companies will use this tactic to see how you deal with schedule conflicts, and it is a showing of whether you would sacrifice personal or family obligations over a company request.

10. Lilye Stallworth ChaffinApril 24,2025 at 4:33PM UTC

    Take the prior role, canceling the other will force their hand. If they really want you they will change the time.

11. AnonymousApril 25,2025 at 8:36AM UTC

    You have stamina! 5 times with the same company

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12. GirlBossanova934974April 27,2025 at 2:05PM UTC

    Neither one of these companies is all that great considering just their interview process. The question is which is the lesser of the two. I would say #1. A company that has a 90 day gap between interviews is sketchy at best. Doesn't seem like they are too committed to the role. The second company seems rather indecisive but at least moving in e right direction. I would sign up for the 5 interview company. These days, the two most important things are STABILIITY and JOB SECURITY in the job market.