How do you manage your job search and project work.

Whenever I have an interview scheduled my manager or SM or Partner would schedule something last minute. And then I have to reply back to the recruiter saying I won't be able to make it and please reschedule.

Happens so many times 😭

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Put a meeting with yourself on your calendar.
Tell your team you have an appointment at that time.

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Already have the time blocked out on your calendar. Makes it easier to say hey I won’t be available from X-Y (don’t get in the habit of saying why - unless you feel like you need too).

People do have unmovable events in life such as appointments, picking up kids, driving to the airport, etc.

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Don’t reschedule your interviews, and let your leadership know you have an appointment without telling them what it is (it’s none of their business). If they press you to know what the appointment is, just tell them it’s personal and you’d rather not discuss it further.

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