[Kai]

Agreeing on overanalyzing. A person once told, interview is like slut-dating, you move on often and quick if they don’t workout.

[Runnu]

Was the opening just posted? If yes then the rejection is probably by mistake.

2 weeks isn’t unheard of esp during this time when there may be vacations and such and there’s a lot of bureaucratic hoops.

[Brett]

You are over analyzing super hard, would recommend trying some deep breathing exercises.

I get it though! Job search is always tough and the market is not great right now.

It seems odd to me that you even needed a screening interview with the recruiter considering you had direct connections with the HM, but could just be a rigid process.

Definitely some red flags in terms of whether I would want to work for the organization: they seem overly rigid and do not appear organized at all.

However, I don’t think there are any bad indications for your candidacy.

While two weeks is on the longer side, it is not unheard of and tracks with the red flags I mentioned above.

It is highly possible they sent that out on accident, don’t know why the recruiter would waste time talking to you if the position was filled.

Also, your experience doesnt speak very highly of the recruiter but the screening call is just to make sure you check the right boxes and are worth holding an actual interview with so could be fine.
Tl;dr…

Could go either way. You will probably just need to follow up in about a week and a half with the recruiter to see about next steps.

I would not put all your eggs in one basket though, certainly do not put your search on pause. Good luck!

[Linda]

Send a thank you… anything to make you stand out from the crowd.

[Tara]

I would worry about such a disorganized company but I’ve also had some ridiculously bad interviews in the last year.

Can your friend check with the hiring manager at some point to get feedback?

My gut would say it’s not likely you will get the job so keep applying other places but definitely have my fingers crossed for you

[Christina]

I wouldn’t expect special treatment just because you know someone. You still need to be a fit for the job and be the best out of the applicant pool. Good luck

[Tom]

I looked at my crystal ball. Everyone else was supposed to get that email.

You receiving it was a mistake because you already have the job.
Sleep well…

[Tze]

I agreed, two weeks it’s a little long. Some bigger organisation hiring process, they probably hiring 10 staffs and screening 100! So, the process is taking this long.

I’d keep looking, you might get something better within that 2 weeks! You never know All the best

[Auka]

I’ve never had a job that took less than 2 weeks min to hire, unless it was something like a cashier or receptionist

[Vidur]

Did the rejection email say the position they are rejecting you for? If it does then might not be a mistake.

If it doesnt, well your anxiety will continue until you get an answer.

While you have have recommendations you may move higher in the pile of initial interviewees, however remember they have internal candidates that work their too who have day to day dealings with the manager and team and may also be getting recommendations.

You have a leg up which is great but you still have to interview and somehow showcase yourself in 15 minute conversations.

Of course put your best foot forward, but dont get pot committed.

Your mental health and self worth is worth way more than a so called dream job.

[Christine]

I know nothing about these things but an rooting for you!

[Mark]

If you don’t have a job then don’t put all your eggs in one basket keep looking

[Bryan]

Some companies move like molasses. Even so, two weeks to the day, I’d be calling the recruiter.

If they are unorganized, are you sure you want them?

[Brian]

Yea two weeks is too long it should take 3 days max unless another candidate was coming from out of state.

[Debbi]

Many recruiters give you feedback immediately after the interview. I would follow up.

If you weren’t selected for that position, maybe they have another one they would consider you for.

[Steve]

It would help to know what the (general) position/industry is.
Having people recommend you and place your resume at the top of the pile is great.

Not having an offer before you unlock your car in the parking lot on the way home from the interview, not so good.

But it depends on the position and industry…

[Daisy]

2 weeks is average for small companies.
I’ve worked at large companies and it’s more like 1-4 months.

I actually accepted the one that took 4 months.

It was a mess of a place just like the hiring process so I have since moved on.

Good luck, hope you get the job!

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