I once got told mid-interview that the role had already been filled. The hiring manager still asked me a few questions "just in case something opens up." I smiled, but honestly, I wanted to leave right then.... Awkwarddddd

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This suggests that manager runs a team that experiences high turn over, and they are trying to keep the dugout full.

It's heartbreaking that the market has come to this but you are right

That’s frustrating. I guess the honesty is nice, but why am I here at all if that’s the case? I don’t really like to interview for fun; maybe that hiring manager does.

I felt the same way. I appreciated the honesty, but it did make the whole conversation feel pointless. I turned up prepared for a real opportunity, not a backup slot. It is a very strange experience to sit through.

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