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Anon465671 · 13 Oct 2025

I think I've lost my ability to give a good interview. I'm applying for jobs and am getting some interviews but my past job rejections are affecting my nerves. I don't feel confident going in and I'm sure it shows. How can I get out of this frame of mind and regain my self-confidence -- if I ever get another interview?

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Roy · 22 Jul 2025

Here's one for the books - I asked a candidate a standard question "tell me how you handle conflict at work." This young lady stared me dead in the eye and said "I make things right - I get even." I nervously laughed. She was not kidding, she went on about how she "got revenge" on a colleague she had beef with by sabotaging his Powerpoint slides. I thanked her for her time, walked her out. Like, I really stood at the door and made sure she got into her car.

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Anon468426 · 15 Dec 2025

Just had a really weird screening call from an in-house HR person. First question she asked is what salary range I'm looking for, second question am I interested in another role they have there in the same team for LESS MONEY. Wtf?? She sounded unhappy when I said no then said thanks and she'll get back to me about the job I applied for then hung up haha. What is going on out there, is this type of thing normal?

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Anon508164 · 17h ago

Take home assignments yea or nay? I got to the third interview for a job I'm suited for, as in the exact experience and a portfolio that has the same work as I'd be doing and they asked me to do a 3-part assignment (case study, audit, creative idea). It'll take me at least 4-5 hours if I do it quickly, but that's not going to be my best work. What should my approach be here - do it, send work I have alreadt done that is similar? How long would you/should you spend on take-home assignments?

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Chirag · 21 Oct 2025

Another day, same story: applied for a job, had multiple great interviews, was hinted I’m selected - It's been 10 days, no reply despite follow-ups. The company’s well reputed (150+ staff). We deserve at least a yes or no - HRs are paid to communicate. We put effort too. Some employers respond well, others don’t. Don’t get demotivated - keep applying, keep following up. We need jobs, but professionalism should go both ways. I hope this will help you - just my experience from interviews.

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Anon708244 · 31 Oct 2025

How do you schedule an interview when you already have a full time job? Take annual leave? Do it on a WFH day? Curious about what others do.

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Anon510501 · 24 Aug 2025

Second round interview next week! I find these the hardest because I’ve already said everything about myself and asked all my questions in the first interview! What are your hacks for a good 2nd interview? I’m meeting the CEO so I don't want to mess it up. 😬

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Shivani · 11 Dec 2025

I'm writing this with extreme disappointment, have applied for over 70+ jobs and got one with response, with all the effort and skills qualified written technical and online interviews and had last round yesterday with positive feedback and references would be the next and offer letter, as per mentioned trying to looking to relocate to job location and tada! i got a regret mail stating some other candidate is proper fit for the role. the interview process is more than 3 months and this happened.

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Joanna · 10 Oct 2025

Like many of you have also expressed, I have spent months applying to jobs to no avail. I've been called back for several interviews. The most recent was two different interviews for the same position, ~4 hours long in total. After weeks of being strung along, I received a call back from the owner stating they would no longer be hiring for that position and that they didn't think there was enough space for another person. (I'm a chef). How can this type of stuff even be legal?

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Chirag · 10 Sep 2025

Had a recent interview experience that taught me a lot. First round went great, second was a facility tour + formal chat. I gave my best, but was rejected. Feedback: I seemed nervous and didn’t ask enough questions. Lesson learned interviews aren’t just about good answers, they’re about showing confidence, curiosity, and genuine interest. Always engage and ask relevant questions to leave a stronger impression. That was my takeaway, and I hope it helps someone preparing for their next interview