Signs an interview went well..?

[corsaer]

Hi!

Ivala interview unde, we started with general open ended questions, it was supposed to be a 30 minute meeting but went on for 45 minutes. Toward the end the interviewer became quite informal, and proceeded to talk about next steps (upcoming interview rounds with different personnel), asked me about my expected salary and shared that they usually make a spot offer on the 3rd round. 

What do you guys think? Naku agatley, do you think I should expect good news? Anyone had similar experiences and then were turned down? What can I do now to maximize my chances and make the best impression possible (I am going to send her a follow-up email thanking her for being personable and making me feel at ease during the process).

Thank you

Edit: This is for a trainee finance role in Canada. 

Edited October 18, 2024 by corsaer
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[usetime63]

Keep your expectations low , after approval also it's common saying the position is no more valid, live the present.

You will be happy if it goes in favor of you. 

[lollilolli2020]

2 minutes ago, corsaer said:

Hi!

Ivala interview unde, we started with general open ended questions, it was supposed to be a 30 minute meeting but went on for 45 minutes. Toward the end the interviewer became quite informal, and proceeded to talk about next steps (upcoming interview rounds with different personnel), asked me about my expected salary and shared that they usually make a spot offer on the 3rd round. 

What do you guys think? Naku agatley, do you think I should expect good news? Anyone had similar experiences and then were turned down? What can I do now to maximize my chances and make the best impression possible (I am going to send her a follow-up email thanking her for being personable and making me feel at ease during the process).

Thank you

that's how every interview should end but unfortunately desi interviewers make it look differently. 

I would say don't keep hopes high and be hopeful of positive outcome. 

good luck mate. 

[corsaer]

2 minutes ago, lollilolli2020 said:

that's how every interview should end but unfortunately desi interviewers make it look differently. 

I would say don't keep hopes high and be hopeful of positive outcome. 

good luck mate. 

Sorry for more context interviewer was Canadian and this was for a finance role not tech related at all. Thanks for advice.

[lollilolli2020]

Just now, corsaer said:

Sorry for more context interviewer was Canadian and this was for a finance role not tech related at all. Thanks for advice.

either way; now-a-days job market is very bleak in Canada too, unsure how well the company is doing but firsthand experience with my family members is that they had hard luck even after the final round despite them saying they liked his candidature but didn't offer him job. and they have this Canadian work culture thing culture fit assessment is all matters there. 

[argadorn]

15 minutes ago, corsaer said:

Hi!

Ivala interview unde, we started with general open ended questions, it was supposed to be a 30 minute meeting but went on for 45 minutes. Toward the end the interviewer became quite informal, and proceeded to talk about next steps (upcoming interview rounds with different personnel), asked me about my expected salary and shared that they usually make a spot offer on the 3rd round. 

What do you guys think? Naku agatley, do you think I should expect good news? Anyone had similar experiences and then were turned down? What can I do now to maximize my chances and make the best impression possible (I am going to send her a follow-up email thanking her for being personable and making me feel at ease during the process).

Thank you

Follow up avasaramu ledhu .. 2 days agu like Wednesday telsipoyhundhi … looks like you did well .. 30 mins interview nenu ayithay 20 mins lo apeyali anukunta 

[corsaer]

2 minutes ago, lollilolli2020 said:

either way; now-a-days job market is very bleak in Canada too, unsure how well the company is doing but firsthand experience with my family members is that they had hard luck even after the final round despite them saying they liked his candidature but didn't offer him job. and they have this Canadian work culture thing culture fit assessment is all matters there. 

This is true. This is 100% the most frustrating time to be an Indian graduate in Canada ever. I'm beyond happy I even got an interview. Hoping for the best.

[corsaer]

2 minutes ago, argadorn said:

Follow up avasaramu ledhu .. 2 days agu like Wednesday telsipoyhundhi … looks like you did well .. 30 mins interview nenu ayithay 20 mins lo apeyali anukunta 

I feel the same but I genuinely want to thank her for making me feel at ease throughout, more of a conversation than an interview. That's really it, not a feedback follow up.

[ManchamKodi]

19 minutes ago, corsaer said:

Hi!

Ivala interview unde, we started with general open ended questions, it was supposed to be a 30 minute meeting but went on for 45 minutes. Toward the end the interviewer became quite informal, and proceeded to talk about next steps (upcoming interview rounds with different personnel), asked me about my expected salary and shared that they usually make a spot offer on the 3rd round. 

What do you guys think? Naku agatley, do you think I should expect good news? Anyone had similar experiences and then were turned down? What can I do now to maximize my chances and make the best impression possible (I am going to send her a follow-up email thanking her for being personable and making me feel at ease during the process).

Thank you

wait for 1 or 2 weeks to get a feeback anna. ipudu unna market lo top candiates unnaru and min 5 consultants ni interview chestaru.  nuvvu visa dependent aithe konchem kastam.

neeku job vaste bagane untundhi it is not in your hands  look for new jobs. neeku laptop vachedaka nammalemu. Market is fasak 

[ManchamKodi]

2 minutes ago, corsaer said:

I feel the same but I genuinely want to thank her for making me feel at ease throughout, more of a conversation than an interview. That's really it, not a feedback follow up.

nuvvu follow up pampina reality lo undu anna inteview baga cheste manager ki nuvvu nachuthe neeku job vachinate.

Recruiter email is Jujibi 

[kevinUsa]

5 minutes ago, corsaer said:

I feel the same but I genuinely want to thank her for making me feel at ease throughout, more of a conversation than an interview. That's really it, not a feedback follow up.

Last round ki velli thanks for taking time ani Chala vacahyi naku

[corsaer]

Just now, kevinUsa said:

Last round ki velli thanks for taking time ani Chala vacahyi naku

Ooooof, em cheptam, chin up and do my best anthe..

[kevinUsa]

It sounds like your interview went quite well, especially since the interviewer extended the conversation, became informal, and discussed next steps, including salary expectations and upcoming rounds. This is generally a positive sign—they wouldn't have spent extra time if they weren't interested in you as a candidate.

 

However, while these are good indicators, there's no guarantee, and interview processes can be unpredictable. Some people have had positive-sounding interviews but were later turned down due to internal reasons or stronger candidates.

 

Sending a follow-up email is a great idea. In addition to thanking the interviewer for making you feel comfortable, you can also:

 

1. Reiterate your enthusiasm for the position and the company.

 

 

2. Highlight a key point from the conversation that connects your skills or experience to their needs.

 

 

3. Restate your appreciation for the next steps and your excitement about moving forward.

 

 

 

This will keep you fresh in their minds and leave a positive fi

nal impression.

 

[lollilolli2020]

8 minutes ago, corsaer said:

This is true. This is 100% the most frustrating time to be an Indian graduate in Canada ever. I'm beyond happy I even got an interview. Hoping for the best.

kotha PR import aa brotheruu. 

maa @kevinUsa anna ni kalisava leda ?? 

 

 

[kevinUsa]

It sounds like your interview went quite well, especially since the interviewer extended the conversation, became informal, and discussed next steps, including salary expectations and upcoming rounds. This is generally a positive sign—they wouldn't have spent extra time if they weren't interested in you as a candidate.

 

However, while these are good indicators, there's no guarantee, and interview processes can be unpredictable. Some people have had positive-sounding interviews but were later turned down due to internal reasons or stronger candidates.

 

Sending a follow-up email is a great idea. In addition to thanking the interviewer for making you feel comfortable, you can also:

 

1. Reiterate your enthusiasm for the position and the company.

 

 

2. Highlight a key point from the conversation that connects your skills or experience to their needs.

 

 

3. Restate your appreciation for the next steps and your excitement about moving forward.

 

 

 

This will keep you fresh in their minds and leave a positive fi

nal impression.