Senior-level candidate withdrew application from company demanding unnecessary four-stage interview process, later landing higher-paying job after a single interview: 'The recruiter even admitted he was baffled by the process'

I can't think of one job candidate who loves the interview process. And, of course, depending on the level of the position and one's personal experiences, some processes can be more tedious than others. But that's just the way it is, because how much can you really learn about someone in a 20-minute interview? In that time, they could crack two perfectly-timed jokes that suggest they're 'perfectly-fit', but does that mean they're the Excel wizard the company's looking for? Not necessarily. Ensuring someone is the perfect fit for your job offer may require a stronger look at the experience, skills, and perhaps seeing how they work with your material…but not every job seeker is going to be too fond of those long-process requirements! 

Especially this employee, who feels at though he should be exempted from this 4-stage interview process due to applying for a senior position. He can wrap his head around the concept for those new to the working world. But in his mind, he has enough experience that doesn't need to be justified by a few at-home assignments or 'culture fit' interviews…So he withdrew his application for the job, applying for one that required a single yes or no interview instead!

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