7 Signs You Aced Your Job Interview

7 Signs You Aced Your Job Interview via pixabay.com 1. They discuss next steps You can pretty much assume you nailed your job interview if someone starts discussing next steps. Typically this includes paperwork, maybe a drug test, or possibly setting up a follow-up interview. If you sat through an interview in the hot seat and the interviewers are being a bit vague about what you should expect to come next, this doesnt mean youve failed the job interview, it simply means they have more candidates to explore. You can pretty much bank on it being a good sign if any kind of additional steps are discussed. 2. Your interview lasted longer than scheduled A one-hour interview over coffee turned into two and a half? Thats a good sign. It means they liked having a conversation with you and they enjoyed the things you had to say. You intrigued them with your experience and outlook on the job. You came across as interesting, qualified, and intellectually stimulating. If your job interview lasts longer than scheduled, you can take that as a pretty good sign. 3. They ask for your references If the interviewers ask for your references, you can bank on this being a good sign. Usually, the interview team doesnt ask for references unless theyre ready to move forward with your application in the hiring process. Sometimes references are called beforehand, but most likely theyre called after your initial interview. Sometimes its smart to set up a communication plan with your references. If theyre willing to shoot you a quick text when theyve been called, this can settle your nerves after a tough job interview. You know youve done well when the team is calling your references. via pixabay.com 4. If they introduce you to more people than just the interview team Sometimes during job interviews, the team will introduce you to other people around the office. This is usually initiated by an invitation to tour the facility. Assuming that the workplace isnt under strict security, you might have the chance to meet some of your potential coworkers. If youre given a tour and introduced to other people besides just the interview team, its likely that youre being seriously considered for the job. 5. They used the phrase when we see you again Whether its a follow-up interview (see #6) or a scheduled meeting to fill out new-hire paperwork, if the interview team uses the phrase when we see you again or looking forward to seeing you again, then you know youve nailed the interview (well, the first round at least!). Referring to a future meeting time means theyre interested in having more conversation with you. Whether or not theyre ready for you to sign on the dotted line yet doesnt matter. If youve made it through the initial interview and theyre dropping hints about seeing you again, you can rest assured that youve made a pretty killer impression. 6. They schedule a follow-up interview As you get closer to establishing your career (and not just interviewing for hourly jobs that will barely pay the rent), follow-up interviews will become more and more routine. One interview might not give your potential employer all the information they need about you before they make a final decision. If youve been contacted about scheduling a follow-up interview, or if they actually schedule this follow-up during your initial interview, your nerves should instantly be calmed. They wouldnt be willing to meet with you again if you werent in the pool of seriously considering candidates. 7. The introduction included praising your resume/skillset/application If the beginning of your job interview begins with how excited they are to meet you, how much they enjoyed reviewing your materials, and how excited they are to get started, youre off on the right foot. Rest assured that youre already killing the job interview if theyre blown away by your experience. Interviewing for a new job can be one of the most intimidating life experiences especially as you begin to establish your career. Sitting in the hot seat for an hour (or more!) can be nerve-wracking and cause you to sweat through multiple layers of clothing. Its intimidating to walk into a room full of people who want to judge your qualifications against a job description. Following a job interview, it can be nerve-wracking to wait for a callback. So instead of sitting on your hands to keep from checking your email every ten minutes, examine your job interview experience against these seven signs you completely aced the interview altogether.