Do you have an upcoming job interview? Check out my example answer to the interview question: “What other companies are you interviewing with?“
Other questions that require a similar answer are: “Are you actively interviewing?”, “What other jobs are you applying for?” or “Are you applying for other positions?”
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Example Answer
For job seekers that are NOT INTERVIEWING with other companies
“Actually, I’m not interviewing with other companies. I’m in the early stages of my current job search and I’m genuinely interested in this job opportunity. I want to see where this goes first. In fact, I think this position is a particularly good fit because I can leverage my experience working with [Software] and develop my potential and interest in [Subject].”
Example Answer
For job seekers that ARE INTERVIEWING with other companies
“Well, I do have a couple of interviews scheduled with technology-focused companies like yours, and if you want to, I can keep you updated on that. However, I’m genuinely interested in this particular position at your company because of [Reason 1] and [Reason 2].”
TIPS
√ Do show genuine interest in the job opportunity
X Don’t reveal names of other companies or employers
X Don’t show-off the number of interview appointments
