The first call that invited you to an interview had you so excited, nervous and thankful at the same time. You were glad that your job application stood out and you had a shot to impress the interview panel. You went to your first interview, ready and poised to take the day. And the day you sure did take. Because they called you for a second interview with your potential supervisor, Cate and another with Raymond from operations department, Cate’s boss.
At this rate, you are pretty positive that you have this job. You even have a rapport with the secretary and you like Agnes, the lady who serves you coffee each time.
So, one evening you are seated watching TV and you decide to have a quick glance at your email. And there it is. An email from your HR contact at the company you’re interviewing with. You hope it is an offer, but when you open the email, it is an invitation to a final interview with the company’s CEO.
You then begin wondering; “Haven’t I wowed them enough? They have practically asked me every question in the HR recruitment book. What more can they ask? I even did a practical test and a role play exam. Wasn’t that enough?”
What Does the Final Interview Mean?
The final interview means that you are on the short list of candidates who have performed really well in the interviews. The list could have between two and three, sometimes five candidates. This means at least one other person is giddy with positivity just like you. The other candidates on the final shortlist could be as qualified as you are and with the same level of experience. So, this is not the time to relax and walk in there like you already have the job. Read more
