I’ve facilitated many interviews during my career as a recruiter, the vast majority leading to positive results (thankfully). As a job seeker or passive candidate, there are usually signs that your interview is heading in a good direction. In this week’s post, I’ve highlighted 3 clear cut indicators that you’ve likely won the favour of the hiring manager and could be receiving a formal offer of employment in the near future. The top 3 signs are outlined below…
- Your interview has transitioned from formal questioning to informal small talk – if this happens, then it’s likely that you’ve struck a positive chord with the hiring manager, and they are now trying to learn more about you by engaging in “get to know you better” banter.
- The hiring manager inquires into when you can start – this question may not always be an accurate indicator of whether your interview is going well, but being asked when you can start can certainly imply interest and an intent to proceed if the start date aligns to their expectations.
- You are given a tour of the facility and introduced to other members of the team – this could be the strongest indicator of success in an interview. If other (unscheduled) team members have been pulled into your interview and you’ve been taken on an in-depth tour of the office/facility, then it’s extremely likely that things are going in your favour and could be heading towards a next step.
Disclaimer: Even if these signs occur in your interview, that does not necessarily mean that you are the frontrunner for the position, or likely to receive an offer. It definitely positions you well, but don’t take your foot off the gas. Thinking you have the interview in the bag could lull you into a state of complacency that could end up derailing things for you. Stay humble, stay focused, and know that at every step of the process, you are being “interviewed”. We wish you the best in your pursuit of greatness.