The process began positively with thoughtful conversations about the role. However, in the final round with leadership, the tone shifted. I was asked several personal questions unrelated to the job, and comments about workplace expectations raised red flags. After expressing concerns, I was abruptly removed from consideration. It was a disappointing end to what initially felt like a strong fit.

The interview process consisted of three steps. The first was a phone screening, where the interviewer was friendly and transparent about the role. The second involved completing a project followed by an in-person panel interview. The final stage was an interview with the CEO and another director.