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A looming job offer, or not?
25 Mar 2024

A looming job offer, or not?

by Ethan Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I just applied to the ideal job. I have had three interviews. I expected an offer quickly, because of the pace of the interviews. Now, silence. I am frustrated and angry. I have attempted to contact them a few … Continued

employee rights, ethics, etiquette, hiring, interview, interviewing, job applications, job doc blog, job offers, job seekers, post-interview
No response after extensive interview process
1 Jan 2024

No response after extensive interview process

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: About six weeks ago, I interviewed for what I thought was the perfect job. I thought the interviews went well, and I had six interviews in all.  The hiring team told me a decision would be made by early … Continued

candidate tips, ghosting, job doc blog, job seeker, post-interview, problems with communication
Ghosting post-interviews
13 Nov 2023

Ghosting post-interviews

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I recently accepted a verbal offer, after multiple interviews.  I left the company’s office and we were shaking hands, as if was my first day of work.  The recruiter called me when I was on the train headed home.  … Continued

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To thank you or not?
6 Mar 2023

To thank you or not?

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:   I am job hunting and it is the first time I have ever had to look for a new job.  In the past, I was recruited and placed by a headhunter.  The other way I found a new role, … Continued

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Candidate responsiveness = candidate interest
14 Mar 2022

Candidate responsiveness = candidate interest

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  About a month ago, I had a good interview with a company downtown.  I took a whole Friday off for the interview.  I thought I would receive an offer. The following week, I emailed my contact. I received a … Continued

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Interview tips for recent grads (and others!)
19 Apr 2021

Interview tips for recent grads (and others!)

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  My company is in the process of hiring a few recent college grads.  I am appalled by the lack of professionalism and lack of respect that I have observed during our selection process.  Since many new grads are being … Continued

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Why wasn’t I hired? I want feedback!
29 Mar 2021

Why wasn’t I hired? I want feedback!

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I am new at searching for a new job.  HR always seems to give me the “we’ve chosen someone who more closely meets our qualifications.”  Why can’t HR or talent acquisition folks be more honest and share real feedback?   … Continued

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Two positive interviews, how do I thank them?
20 Jul 2020

Two positive interviews, how do I thank them?

by Ethan Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I recently interviewed for a job which is an ideal fit for me.  The responsibilities I discussed with the hiring manager are perfect.  The location is convenient.  The company culture seems like it would be compatible.  I have had … Continued

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The “black hole”
10 Jun 2019

The “black hole”

by Ethan Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I have been on three interviews for one role.  All the feedback has been positive and encouraging. I interviewed with the hiring manager twice. After the third interview I was told we would be “talking offer” so I have … Continued

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Strong interest and then silence
18 Feb 2019

Strong interest and then silence

by Ethan Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I recently accepted a verbal offer.  All the signs were there, including encouraging comments from the hiring team, the recruiter telling me “they want you” repeatedly, the employer checking at least two of my references.  Then, nothing.  No offer … Continued

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