(jokes aside) what is the right way to answer the “are you interviewing actively” question? play coy and say ‘only when the best opportunities arise’ or say ‘yes, actively’ to highlight urgency?

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Kinda a double edged sword innit? On one hand if you say “yeah I’m interviewing a lot” it implies you’re in demand and if they want you they gotta get moving.

On the other hand, if you say you’re only interviewing for the right positions it shows you’re more selective and you want the right fit.

I don’t think there’s a wrong answer really just as long as you’re presenting yourself as someone they should want to hire.

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Id just be honest. Today’s market is hot enough we could all be actively interviewing if we wanted, but doesn’t mean the opportunities would all be wonderful.

Yes. In fact, I’m doing it right now as we speak.

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