If it's been over a week after the final interview, should I assume I am rejected?
I'm not very interested the more time that passes and I've been interviewing other places.
Gabriel
Owner at An Nur Scented Candles Aspiring Coder
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07/10/21 at 3:49PM UTC
Happy Saturday! Before you interview ended, did you ask or did they mention the timeframe for their decision making? I would follow up with an email. Sometimes there's different variables to making a final decision. Sometimes the decision makers are on vacation especially since it's the summer. I would't give up just yet but definitely pursue other opportunities while you wait. I hope this helps!
Anonymous
07/10/21 at 6:05PM UTC
I definitely already abandoned that opportunity. They ghosted me, which is pretty much the most unprofessional thing you can do.
Anonymous
07/05/21 at 4:05AM UTC
I become accustomed that if i don't heat back even after thank you notes, I close the process. I feel with COv19 time is more valuable and being explicit with requirements.
Anonymous
07/05/21 at 12:20PM UTC
Honey, it's been over 2 weeks now and I still heard nothing. My friend in the company said recruiting is just backed up right now. I don't have other offers but it does not make me want to work there. I agree with you too. After 10 business days, I assume they're not interested. The recruiter's job is to keep you updated after all!
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Antonia Calzetti
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06/30/21 at 5:17PM UTC
I don't suggest shooing them off unless the organization and the position are no longer of interest. Being in Talent Acquisition, I assure you that this process does not always move quickly. And may not always be a result of a slow hiring manager - it may be a culmination of things, especially if there is a hiring team involved. Hang tight or you may find yourself declining a position too early that may be a perfect fit.
Anonymous
07/03/21 at 12:42AM UTC
To reach her own but I really don’t agree.
Anonymous
07/03/21 at 12:42AM UTC
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ShawnetteCEO/DV Advocate/Public Speaker
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07/02/21 at 1:11PM UTC
Sound advice that I fully agree with!
Pat RoqueSpeaker, Career Transformation Coach, Mastermind
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06/30/21 at 1PM UTC
Patience, my friend. And keep following up. These things take time and the more practice you have interviewing and negotiating, the better.
Companies are hungry for talent and paranoid about making poor choices.
So what can you share of value to them as part of your diligent follow up?
Anonymous
06/29/21 at 3:44PM UTC
Sometimes it takes longer than a week for the company to make a final decision or be able to extend an offer - I'd suggest following up, but continue to interview elsewhere just in case.
Kathryn McDanielSeeking to connect mission with constituents.
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06/29/21 at 1:30PM UTC
I asked for an update and the company stated they were waiting until after (an upcoming) holiday to announce their new hire. It extended things another week and a half for this. Keep interviewing. Don't count on one opportunity, regardless of how well the interview went.
Anonymous
06/29/21 at 2:18PM UTC
I did ask for an update and she said there was none. I don’t think this is a company I want to work for anymore. There are other places who will get back to me faster.
Anonymous
07/02/21 at 1:30PM UTC
I would keep looking. If it comes through down the line great if not you have other interested companies.
This company is not very motivated at all.
Shelley Maley, Career Coach (PHR, GCDF)Career Coach
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06/30/21 at 1:02PM UTC
As a former HR Director, I suggest that you don't discount this employer based only this issue . Despite our best intentions, the hiring process RARELY goes as quickly as we'd like due to a number of things beyond HR's control. I can almost guarantee you will encounter this slow response time again. If everything else appeals to you about the position and the organization, then hang in there!
Anonymous
06/29/21 at 12:56PM UTC
Definitely had this happen before and it's not fun. They may be waiting to hear back from their first choice and keeping you as back up. Regardless, they need to get back to you.
Sarah StantonAdministrative Service Coordinator: Dallas Area
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06/28/21 at 6:43PM UTC
Unfortunately a lot of employers do no do the courtesy of sending out emails to those they don't hire. Depending on how long they said they would get back in contact with you regarding the hire also plays a factor. I would always, at the end of an interview, ask what the next steps are and when/if hired I would be hearing back from them. If they told you by the end of the week you should hear back and still haven't I would send a follow up email and then if still nothing I would assume they have moved on. I definitely understand what you're going through and hope you get something soon! The companies that want you will not leave you guessing!
