Had an informal meeting w. a consultant working at the firm I sent an unsolicited application. Was asked a few follow-up questions about my experience and I replied with examples showing I have the experience needed. Think we both enjoyed the chat. Still wasn't invited for an on site interview after he had a debriefing w. Senior staff. What could be the reason?

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He might not have thought it went as well as you did? Or maybe there was a box you needed to check and you didn’t.

From interviewing candidates I can tell you that even objectively smart candidates don’t always come to the table with specifically what the firm is looking for. That’s tough and those are the interviews I feel bad after. If the candidate was a total turd it’s easier.

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Yea, I was wondering whether I should brush up my interviewing technique. But I assume I didn't make a horrible impression since he aske follow up questions after speaking to me and it took him a few days to get back.

Maybe you’re not a fit …. How could we tell you the reason? Lol

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Maybe the analysis process demonstrated through your work was not up to their level

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