The initial phone interview was unfortunately the most difficult one I’ve experienced. The connection was poor, the sound quality extremely low, and I could constantly hear my own voice echoing throughout the call. The interviewer spoke in a condescending tone, frequently interrupted, and repeatedly asked questions already covered in my CV. Between the technical issues and the dismissive attitude, it was impossible to properly communicate my experience, making the interview an unpleasant and unproductive encounter that lasted 20+ minutes.