So I had an interview today and I'm not really sure how it went,I think okay. But when they called me to ask for references they said "just because we are asking for references does not mean we are moving ahead... we are hiring a number of ppl and we'll let you know asap" ... does this mean I likely didnt get the job?
2007-01-08 09:20:03 · 9 answers · asked by Bo B 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
i think they just needed more information on the type of people who applied for the job. chances are u are close to getting a job, so look on the bright side. it's better than no phone call at all. good luck!
2007-01-08 09:29:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The fact that they are checking your references is a good sign. If you bombed the interview, your application and references would be in the trash by now.
The company is checking your references because they are considering you for a position. You should make contact with all of your references and let them know they will receive a phone call soon from X company and thank them for making every effort to speak with the person who will be calling.
They told you that checking references is not a guarantee of employment, because it is not. Just one necessary step closer to getting the job. They are just being honest.
Good luck.
2007-01-08 09:29:25 · answer #2 · answered by druya1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess they don't want you to get your hopes up. But so far you have made it past the screening phase when they check your application, you have made it through the interview and clearly made enough of an impression they wish to check up on you. So now you are at the reference stage where they see what your references think of you. Sounds like things are going in the right direction.
They would not bother to call your references unless they were considering you. So I would take this as a good thing.
2007-01-08 09:28:18 · answer #3 · answered by ZCT 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use to do allots of interviewing and when we would call someone for more references, it means that there are several people with equal experience.
What the reference would say about the persons work habits, attendance, working with others, quality of work, meeting dead lines, etc. this could be the deciding factor on who would be offered the job.
2007-01-08 11:53:19 · answer #4 · answered by D S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They asked for references which seems to indicate that you made the first cut, but they don't want you to get ahead of yourself. There are probably other candidates for the job that also did well, now they need to consider all things, including your references. Don't be discouraged, I think it is a positive sign that things are going okay. GOOD LUCK
2007-01-08 09:27:32 · answer #5 · answered by Nancy W 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means you are still in the running. They probably have more than one candidate on a shortlist now and seeing what the referees say about characters and suitability before they make a final choice. My view is that you have done well, you may also be called for a second / final interview to wrap up a few points!
Good luck!
2007-01-08 09:25:26 · answer #6 · answered by Simon 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
regrettably it does propose you are able to desire to attend to comprehend once you're employed. It does no longer mean: a million.) you are able to desire to attend previous next Tuesday. 2.) you are able to desire to no longer persist with up the interview with a quick be conscious. good success!
2016-11-27 20:42:46 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'd say they're interested in you, otherwise they wouldn't really care about references,now would they???i think you may just get the job!!!
good luck!!!
2007-01-08 09:25:17 · answer #8 · answered by ....FED UP............ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think it means they're still hiring and you still have a chance.
2007-01-08 09:32:47 · answer #9 · answered by opal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋