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I did my first round of interviews today and a candidate whom I turned down has requested feedback so that he can improve his interview skills. Is this a common request and how do you recommend I resp
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candidate wanting interview feedback
posted at 5/16/2008 5:09 PM EDT
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I did my first round of interviews today and a candidate whom I turned down has requested feedback so that he can improve his interview skills. Is this a common request and how do you recommend I respond. |
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candidate wanting interview feedback
posted at 5/16/2008 5:14 PM EDT
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Unless you want to get nitpicked to death for giving detailed reasons, which almost always happens, stick with a generic "you were good but we found someone better" response and don't deviate or provide more info.
If this person wants interview advice, there are services available to provide it. |
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candidate wanting interview feedback
posted at 5/23/2008 10:53 AM EDT
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I wouldn't go into much detail with this person about why he/she didn't get the position, nor would I go into detail about where he/she needs to improve. I normally just tell them that "I was impressed with them, but we've chosen another candidate that we felt was a better fit for the company/position." That should end the conversation, but I've dealt with some people who just handle rejection well and they want to grill you on why they didn't get selected. This type of person can become a pest, just continue to tell them they weren't the right fit and stick to your guns. Any specific details might be used against you...keep it generalized. |
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candidate wanting interview feedback
posted at 6/6/2008 6:36 AM EDT
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Thank him/her for the interest for company/job, tell that can not continue the process because doesnt fit with the job profile and will take him/her into consideration for other suitable opportunities.
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