Are you actively interviewing with other companies, and are you close to offer stage with anyone?

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The interviewer is looking for answers to a few points when asking this question.

1. The company wants to know what kind of timeline is present before you are scooped up by another organization.
2. They want to know how discerning you are with your job applications.
3. They want to know the types of roles that interest you.
4. They want to hear that they are your top choice.

You can certainly discuss your search but avoid giving too many details. Give the interviewer enough to satisfy the question without revealing your entire search. Some mystery is okay here.

"I recently started my search and had found some interesting job postings related to my degree; however, your role is the position I am most enthusiastic about."

"If you are not interviewing: "I just started my search, so I am not in final interviews with any other company. I am aggressively seeking; however."

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"No, I have a job and am new to the state, so I'm still learning my surroundings. GE has gotten my full attention."

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Feel free to ask the interviewer if there is a timeline, so that your gain something from this exchange as well.

"I recently moved to {state} and am still learning my surroundings. At this point, I have given GE my full attention. Could you share with me the next steps, and expected timeline?"

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How to Answer: Are you actively interviewing with other companies, and are you close to offer stage with anyone?

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3. Are you actively interviewing with other companies, and are you close to offer stage with anyone?

How to Answer

The interviewer is looking for answers to a few points when asking this question.

1. The company wants to know what kind of timeline is present before you are scooped up by another organization.
2. They want to know how discerning you are with your job applications.
3. They want to know the types of roles that interest you.
4. They want to hear that they are your top choice.

You can certainly discuss your search but avoid giving too many details. Give the interviewer enough to satisfy the question without revealing your entire search. Some mystery is okay here.

Written by Rachelle Enns

1st Answer Example

"I recently started my search and had found some interesting job postings related to my degree; however, your role is the position I am most enthusiastic about."

Written by Rachelle Enns

2nd Answer Example

"If you are not interviewing: "I just started my search, so I am not in final interviews with any other company. I am aggressively seeking; however."

Written by Rachelle Enns

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"No, I have a job and am new to the state, so I'm still learning my surroundings. GE has gotten my full attention."

Rachelle's Feedback

Feel free to ask the interviewer if there is a timeline, so that your gain something from this exchange as well.

"I recently moved to {state} and am still learning my surroundings. At this point, I have given GE my full attention. Could you share with me the next steps, and expected timeline?"

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