Which other companies are you interviewing with?

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Rachelle Enns · Accepted Answer

"I have been interviewing for a couple of similar positions. I am furthest in the interview process with your organization, however. I am very pleased with the impressions Company ABC's management and HR team members have left on me so far."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

The interviewer wants to know if you are entertaining close competitors or discussing similar roles with other hiring companies. They also want to know if your job search stage will impact their preferred timing for making a hiring decision. The goal of your response is to inform the hiring company of your job search status while further expressing your interest in their particular opportunity.

Rachelle Enns · Answer

Avoid giving the impression that you are only counting on this particular opportunity. Think of this interview question as a 'first date' question. If the person you are on a first date with asked for the names of other people you're dating, you wouldn't start listing the names of other people. You also wouldn't say, 'I'm fully committed to only you.' Instead, you want to express your interest while remaining open to other opportunities.

Rachelle Enns · Answer

You are never obligated to disclose the names of the companies you're entertaining. Instead of saying, 'Tomorrow I have a second interview with Company ABC and a third interview booked with Company XYZ at the end of the week...' consider giving an overview of the interviewing company's industry instead. You could say, 'I am actively interviewing with two other companies. One is a healthcare tech company, and the other is a SaaS company focused on education...'

A more general response protects the companies actively interviewing you. If the interviewer is interested in moving forward with your candidacy, an answer like this should elicit some urgency in putting you through the interview process at an appropriate pace.

Rachelle Enns · Answer

Be direct without giving away too much information about your job search and the other companies with which you're interviewing. Let the interviewer know that you are active in your job search. Then, make sure to bring your answer back to the opportunity you're currently discussing by expressing your interest in their role. Talk about what caught your interest and why you see this specific job as an excellent match.

If you are not interviewing elsewhere, you can express that you are not actively interviewing with other companies; however, you expect to hear back from various recent applications. Again, be sure to bring your answer back to the hiring company and why you are enthusiastic about their opportunity in particular.

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I am interviewing with two other organizations for similar roles. I am in the third interview stage for one of these positions. It is important that I find work shortly. However, I will wait for the right opportunity before I accept a job offer. Could you share with me the approximate timeline for this hiring decision?"

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I am most familiar with Company ABC, which is my preferred opportunity. However, a competing organization has approached me to discuss a similar management role. I'd like to ensure the timeline is mutually beneficial. Do you have a date in mind for this hiring decision?"

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I have been actively interviewing and realize how tight-knit the marketing industry is in our city. Three other local marketing firms have approached me with interest, however, I look forward to joining an organization like Agency ABC where the work environment is flexible and the projects are highly creative."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"There are many seasonal retail positions available right now. With that said, Company ABC's position is of great interest because it is a full-time opportunity, and I am in love with the brand! I shop at this store all the time and would love to join your team. Could you share with me your timeline for making a hiring decision?"

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I am in early to mid-interview stages with two other companies. Company ABC is my first choice since I know this industry the best and this organizations' products are superior. I look forward to discussing the next steps with you and your hiring team."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"School ABC is my first choice because I know that I can learn a lot from your talented leadership team. Also, this location is ideal for my family. I have applied to three other schools, but I certainly hope to be your first choice!"

Anonymous User · Answer

"I have been interviewing for a couple of similar positions; however, I am furthest in the interview process with your organization. I am happy with the impressions your management and HR team members have left on me so far."

Anonymous User · Answer

"This is the only company I'm interviewing with."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I have applied for several data analyst jobs. And I got a few phone interviews with other companies. But I have a strong interest in this position at your company because I like the working culture here and I believe my skills and qualities are a good match for this role."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I have applied for a few other positions, and have an interview scheduled. Lockton Affinity is my first choice, though, and your company has been the quickest and most welcoming that I have worked with."

Anonymous User · Answer

"At this time, I have been very selective in my job search as I currently work for an amazing company, and I want to make sure leaving it will be for a company that is going to raise the bar even higher."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I have been interviewing for a couple of similar positions; however, I am furthest in the interview process with your organization."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I have been interviewing for similar roles; however, I am most interested and impressed with your company and this role more than anything."

Anonymous User · Answer

"This company is the only one I have applied to at this point. Your job description and the company reputation are significant drivers for me in my job search."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I am actively interviewing. However, your job description and the company reputation have really made this position significant in my job search."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I am interviewing in a few other residency programs; however, your hospital represents one of the best hospitals that I have seen. I have received positive feedback from some of my friends in your residency program, and I have done some of my clinical rotations here. Your hospital offers a very good option."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I have a few applications out currently and am actively looking for a job. I have not applied to any other gas companies though, and I am very excited about this opportunity."

Anonymous User · Answer

"At this time I am focusing on United Healthcare Group, there are several positions on your career website that match my skills and qualifications. Working for UHG would be rewarding and I would be proud to be part of the company."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I am interviewing with around 5 other companies. I am in the middle stages of interviewing with them and I should have the results from them around the same time. However, since I like your company so much if I get an offer from you sooner, I will most likely take it. If I get an offer later, then I am willing to postpone my other offers to see if you guys give me an offer."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I have formally applied to another local hospital for GI because I want to give myself the best chance to match in GI. But this is the place where I want to grow and dedicate myself even after fellowship for a long time. This fellowship provides a strong and collegial learning environment that promotes the growth and development of fellows. They get strong focused well rounded clinic training in the inpatient, outpatient, and procedure skills at multiple places. They have a continuity clinic where I can see and build a long-term relationships with my patients. It has weekly multiple conferences. It has research opportunities, so I can have networking and skill development opportunities. I would like to join GI academic position here after my fellowship so I can give back to my medical community here what I learned from them and also continue to provide high-quality care to my local patients even after fellowship."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I have calls from other companies, but my options are open, and my skills and values align more with your company."

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