Why you should always ask for feedback after an interview

Getting a rejection text after just one date. Being the only one turned away from the club because of your trainers. No one likes getting a knock-back.

And often there seems little point in asking ‘why?’ Only Häagen-Dazs can take away the pain.

When it comes to finding your dream job, however, it’s important to ask for feedback after each application and every interview.

Not convinced? Well, here are our top five reasons you should always ask for an assessment.

Gain career skills

Constructive criticism is important for your future development. Learning where you failed to hit the mark at your interview allows you to go out and gain the necessary experience or extra skills you may need.

Improve interview techniques

Every interview is an opportunity to practise good techniques. And every piece of feedback afterwards allows you to learn which ones are working and which need to be improved or dumped.

Create new opportunities

Showing your gratitude for being offered ways to improve not only shows the strength and resilience of your character, it could reap rewards if a new opportunity arises at the same company.

Enjoy free mentoring

Even if it’s being told you lack self-belief – or you have a disconcerting habit of staring at people’s hairlines when talking to them – this is an opportunity to learn something entirely new about yourself. Yes, it’s free life coaching!

Build your confidence

Finally, the re-evaluation process is likely to boost your confidence. If you never learn why you were rejected, the experience could leave you feeling less secure and held back. If, however, you know why, you can remind yourself that you did your best, learn where you can improve . . . and quickly move on to even bigger and better opportunities.

Now let’s use this feedback to win new roles with jobs24.com

Posted on August 8, 2017