I am getting the interviews. Making it to final rounds and then getting no’s. I’ve gotten to 6 final round interviews after 4+ round this year just for a “it was between you and one other person and it was a REALLY hard choice.”

What can I do to make that choice ME?!

I know it’s not the resume because I’m quickly landing interviews and making it through the interviews but it’s that last round that keeps hemming me up. I’ve even had rounds added last minute because they couldn’t choose.

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Have you taken stock of questions you're getting and how you've been answering them? Are you answering them appropriately for the level you're at and using the desired frameworks? Check this against an interview coaching site or a love coach to refine and ensure you're on th path. Also look at how you're coming across in speaking -- are you confident and decisive, are you sharing your thought process or just steps? Look at your notes/think back on their responses and any feedback? Do they have alot of follow up questions on a single area? Was there a topic that was more awkward?

I feel your pain. It gets frustrating to not get the yes. After another 'it was a really hard decision' last month I've been trying to connect with more ppl, bigger network for more opportunities and hopefully more interviews. Also did a mock interview with a friend in HR. Got lots of helpful feedback to implement. I'm watching Hella YT videos on communication.

Also have perspective and don't beat yourself up. Focus on what you can control. Sometimes the feedback is BS and they didn't think you fit, or the role was already earmarked for an internal candidate. My friend shared a recent hire at her job was simply because the manager loved they were both huge classic sneaker heads. The other candidate was just as good and he had to make a final decision. Keep going, your offer is coming!

I’ve been there and I know to an extent how frustrating it can be. In one instance I’ve even asked the recruiter what was it about the other candidate only for her to tell me she didn’t know. He was just “better.” If you haven’t already done so, maybe follow up with those you interviewed to get some feedback.

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