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HR said “feedback was positive overall” what does that mean?

Oliver Wyman
New answer on Dec 31, 2020
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Anonymous A asked on Nov 19, 2020

Following my first round I emailed HR to thank them for their time etc.

she responded saying inter Alia: "I hear feedback was positive overall and we will be in touch regarding next steps"

does this mean I passed the first round or is it still a toss up?

I am guessing they would not say that if they didn't think I will move forward to round 2..

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Ian
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replied on Nov 20, 2020
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Hi there,

Well done! Looks like you're on to the next round!

It's not 100% certain until they confirm with 2nd round logistics, but it's looking pretty good :)

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Vlad
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replied on Nov 19, 2020
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Hi,

Yep, start preparing for the next one.

Best

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Anonymous C replied on Nov 20, 2020

Do you mind sharing who this was with and which office? :)

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Anonymous replied on Nov 19, 2020

I'd say you can be cautiously optimistic. While details remain guesswork, my interpretation world be it's a pass, but the interviewer that was supposed to call you with specific feedback dropped the ball.

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Anonymous A on Nov 19, 2020

Thanks - the interview was yesterday and she sent the email this morning. So I guess the call should come soon.

Anonymous B replied on Nov 19, 2020

I would assume that the overall feedback, so not just a specific point, in a sense, was perceived in a way that one could describe as the combination of po and sitive. In all seriousness, what else do you expect people to say here lol

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Anonymous on Nov 19, 2020

Haha good one - the body of the question did not show up. Should be updated now

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Clara
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replied on Nov 20, 2020
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Hello!

Don´t let the chapaign run yet, but looks very promising.

Just wait for the call :)

Hope it helps!

Cheers,

Clara

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Adi
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replied on Nov 19, 2020
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You cleared that round. So start prepping for the next :).

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Antonello
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replied on Dec 31, 2020
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Hi, it usually requires up to 3 weeks. However, do not hesitate to contact HR without worrying about bothering them: they are there to help

Best,
Antonello

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Gaurav
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Hi there!
It seems so! Congratulations! You can start to prepare for the next round!
BTW, of course, answers here aren`t 100% guarantee.
All the best,
GB

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Francesco
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Hi there,

It seems very promising. Now just wait for the formal confirmation.

Good luck!

Francesco

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