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[quote=Anonymous]Things happen. Maybe you interviewed on Monday and were great and someone came in on Thursday and knocked their socks off!

Usually at that stage there are 2-3 finalists that come in for finalist stage.  I had this happen and thought for sure it was mine and didn't get the offer.

I have also been on the hiring side and everyone wanted Candidate A and the CEO wanted Candidate B, so Candidate B was chosen (and didn't last a year).  Sometimes it is a group decision, sometimes CEO, sometimes hiring manager.

As you said on another reply the recruiters mentioned lack of tenure in your role.  Why are you already applying to roles?  Years ago a mentor once told me to stay where I was for awhile (minimum 3 years) as I had been in a different field previously that was known for shorter stints (grant funded/think OFDA or equivalent) .  It was good advice, as I advanced and was promoted.

Personally, I don't want to hire someone who is going to leave in a year or two.  Things happen of course and sometimes roles aren't a good fit, but if you have a lot of job hopping most people won't even get to the finalists stages.  In many fields it takes 6-12 months to actually get your bearings and if you leave after 2 years or less it doesn't always make sense.

Why are you looking to leave your current role?  Honestly I would try and stay longer so you can have more accomplishments, but I don't know your situation.

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