I've failed ~30 itws in the last few months at either recruiter or hiring manager level. I always put effort into prep, have a good cv and thankfully I am employed but I am feeling helpless. Feedback is constantly conflicting between companies and rounds e.g. not strategic enough, not operational enough, not specialist enough, not generalist enough, not enough exposure to XYZ, etc. I think I've narrowed it down to not being likable enough but I've no clue what to do next seriously?

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If you are getting interviews that sounds like you are doing something right. Not failing.

Are you targeting too broadly? Should you put more focus on companies with roles that want someone with your specialties and your experience? That certainly makes the interviews easier to navigate when you are both going in the same direction.

Do you have your message prepared on what makes you the perfect choice for the role before you interview? If it isn’t lining up with what the recruiter or interviewer is looking for, maybe you should work on communication – either getting your message to land or better understanding their needs.

You might need to work on targeting, communication or both.

Good luck!

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You’re getting interviews- that’s pretty incredible in this job market. The feedback is often a personal (and subjective) opinion, and some may be looking for unicorns. Keep going and don’t give up!

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