During interviews, every recruiter asks about other opportunities I'm pursuing. Up till now, I've told them exactly where I stand with each company, but I'm starting to think this might be hurting my chances. Is being honest a bad idea?

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I don’t see the benefit in listing other roles you are interviewing for. I would just say that you are interested in roles related to xyz. You are pursuing a handful and are very interesting in this one because of abc.

I don't think so. If anything, I'd see it as being a benefit as it a) shows you're an in-demand commodity which b) might prompt them to speed up the process to get an offer in front of you before one of the others can.

I wouldn't be going into detail. It doesn't benefit you in any way, but can definitely hurt you. Be honest that you are pursuing other open positions, but immediately bring it back to the one you are interviewing for with "but I'm most excited about what I can bring to the table in this role."

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