What if interviewer is late

You have every reason in the world to be disappointed, after setting up a online interview, preparing to give what you know would be the most amazing, best video interview ever known. You have already formed your first impression of this company based on the interview no show, which should be a sign the job maybe would not work out for you. You now know if you really want to work for this company. You can guarantee that they got the time wrong.

Do not be a jerk about it. Do not even bring it up, unless they do first. It looks like you are being petty. I am going to calmly write an email and let them know I showed up to do the video interview but did not connect.

Should I consider setting up a new interview? If companies have employees behaving this way, it may be a sign of something bigger.

Be happy you were not interviewed or hired. You were on time. You were prepared. I do hope that you are OK.

I'll be available for the rest of the afternoon today, as well as all day tomorrow, so please get in touch, so we can reschedule.

I'm glad we were able to connect and reschedule our interview. Just to confirm, we'll be talking at 10 a. I'm looking forward to it. Some human resource and career professionals regard this sort of situation as a possible red flag about an employer. While it is true that there are multiple circumstances that can prevent someone from being on time for a telephone meeting, a breach of business etiquette has taken place.

Pay attention to further interactions with both the interviewer and other company representatives. If you perceive a pattern of inappropriate, discourteous behavior, rethink whether you want to work for such an employer. Lainie Petersen is a full-time freelance writer living in Chicago. Her writing focuses on business, career and personal finance issues. Work Job Interviews Conducting Interviews.

By Lainie Petersen Updated June 29, What if You Missed an Interview? Tip When booking an appointment, make a habit of mentioning the time zone Eastern, Central, Mountain, Pacific along with the meeting time. If the interviewer does not answer the phone, leave a voice mail message:. Example email for when you are unable to reach the interviewer by phone:. Look at your resume - and all of the skills and competencies that you could bring to this organization.

Look at the recommendations you have on paper or on your LinkedIn profile. You are a talented individual who wants to contribute your greatness to a worthy organization. If you want my best guidance on how to ace your next interview, and land more interviews and offers, check out my Land Your Dream Job program! Every time it happens, it kills me. And you do deserve to be treated better. Ask yourself: Did other people from the company miss or reschedule conversations with you?

Have they been responsive to your emails and requests? Do your best to prevent this from happening in the future The more personal connection you have with your interviewer, the more likely they are to show up for your meeting. Recognize that it says nothing about you There are numerous reasons why your interviewer might behave in this way.