job interveiws have really changed??

Question

i recently attended a job interveiw with my girlfriend, of course i did not go in with her for actually interveiw, but just set in the lobby for moral support, when she came out from interveiw, i asked her how it went she said she dont really know, she replied me that they said she ,will be contacted by email are phone?? what kinda interview was that? i ask her is that how they conduct these days she said yes she have attended before they all say that? so how u know u have job if they conduct in that way its like ur in limbo??? so my questions is companies dont let u know right away weither u passed interview are not? its a waiting game now?? anyone have this same experiance before, ? if so can i share it? thanks

Answer 1

Her experience is not uncommon at all. I actually teach a resume/interview etiquette workshop.

Recruiters are being taught not to show preferential treatment to any candidate for legal reasons. They need to appear to be objective and unbiased while selecting a candidate for an open position.

More than likely, they have several people to interview who are equally qualified to fill this position. The process can take up to two weeks depending on the market and the area. They also need time to run background and verify the information you provided in your resume.

In terms of the e-mail response: More companies are using e-mail to deliver bad news, however, it is a big taboo in business communications. I hope this trend does not last long, but I can't predict that.

More than likely, if she does not know how the interview went, she did not get the job. Although recruiters have to appear unbiased and objectionable, there are subtle clues an interviewee can read to determine whether they are more or less likely to be considered for a position.

Answer 2

This is typical, believe me. I've been to countless interviews and went through the same thing. With so many companies getting recruits from careerbuilder and other websites, they have more candidates to interview. So, the best advice is to tell her to go in like she has the job, but to not get the expectation that she has it. It is a humbling experience, but the best advice is to just keep trying. Many interviewers well tell you they have many other people to interview, and anymore, they also tell you they will call you in for a second interview if they are interested. ANd then sometimes, after the second, you can get called for a third. Companies want to make sure they are hiring the best person, so it is typically difficult to just get a job on the spot these days....there are so many others competing for jobs anymore, and you are literally fighting with others to get that job. So sell yourself, your abilities and be confident. If you don't get the job, don't let it get you down----keep on going, and soon enough you will find someone that will hire you. Or just do what I do, find a place that is so desperate to hire you because their company sucks so bad that anyone with a pulse they will hire.....and then you realize you're working for a dump and you hate your job, but you and the employer were so desperate, that things just worked out in favor of the both of you. Either way, it's competitive and something you're going to have to get used to. It has changed, but be diligent and don't give up! Hope this helps.

Answer 3

i have been to quite a few and its been rare that the employer shows any consideration as to what the candidates are going thru

recently went thru a three interview process with one of the BIG soda giants, each time I was contact within three to five days, until the last one, I did not hear anything for three weeks. I ran into the plant manager at a gorcery store I was calling on for my present employer and he informed me that an offer had been made to another candidate the previous week.

as a rule, people I know/my experience has been that the hiring process (for sales/account managers anyway) is usually 3 - 4 months on average.

Answer 4

Absolutely. I've only had one interview where I have been hired on the spot. Usually they say they'll call or send a letter, and then, two months later, you finally get a letter that says they can't use you. Usually, they verify the info on your application, ask why you left your previous jobs, etc. Then they ask things like "What was the most important thing you learned at your last job?" and "Give me an example of how you handled a disagreement with a co-worker." Then they move on to the hypotheticals..."If you saw a co-worker steal something small, would you report them?" "If you were in {X} situation with a hostile customer, how would you handle it?" Then they ask if you have any questions (ALWAYS HAVE ONE!!!) and then they say they'll get back to you. One awesome interview tip is to, just before you leave, say "I look forward to working with you." or "I look forward to working at XYZ Company."

Answer 5

Out of all the interviews I've been on they have told me the same thing and that is that we will contact me. I don't think the person that is doing the interviewing know right than I think they have to think about it them self because I been told that they will get back in contact with me and several months later they will call me for the job. So I think it's a wait and see game.

Answer 6

if they say they will contact you that usually means they are hoping someone better comes along if not you MIGHT be hired. If we want to hire you we will hire you on the spot