Can I ask for feedback before my next interview?
I am applying to a firm who do not typcially share feedback. Is it acceptable to ask HR?
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Can I ask for feedback before my next interview?
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You absolutely should ask for feedback after every interview round. If they do not provide it that is fine but you must ask at all times.
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Hi there,
If they don't typically share feedback, you probably already know the answer here.
Furthermore, I have to be honest, the feedback is never that honest/helpful. If you're riding on the feedback from an interviewer who is super super busy and isn't that invested in a random person they've interviewed out of 20 others, that's not great!
You're welcome to ask (it won't hurt your chances), but I genuinely don't think it will be fruitful in any scenario.
Much, much more fruitful is a coaching session (not a pitch...pick whomever!)
If you want detailed, actionable, honest, and helpful feedback, hire a coach! They're the experts!
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Yes, you should ask. Worst case they tell you they don't provide feedback.
And I disagree with other coaches in this thread that feedback is not open or honest. I can't speak about companies other than Bain, but the feedback you get after interviews there is open and honest. Irrespective of the result.
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Hi,
It doesn't heart to try. There is no penalty for that. Remember - Recruiters are not the decision makers and they are there to help you
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Yes, you should! ! It`s very unlikely that they will reply to you, however, it always worth trying.
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Always, definitely. There is no downside ever - if asked politely.
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Hello!
Sure, you have nothing to loose, but most likely they will ignore.
In your shoes, I would try. You have the NO already.
Cheers!
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Hi there,
You mean between first and second round? Sure, why not. It is unlikely to be actionable, but for sure it doesn’t hurt to ask.
Best,
Francesco
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