I applied for a QA position at X2O Media and was informed by HR that they already had a finalist. Despite this, I was invited to interview after being referred by a current employee. The interviewers were professional, and the interview itself went very well, but the process left me feeling misled. It seemed the outcome was largely predetermined, which can be disheartening for candidates who invest time and effort preparing for interviews. Transparency and fairness are essential, especially when candidates are depending on opportunities. I hope X2O Media reviews their process to ensure interviews are conducted in good faith, so every candidate feels respected and valued.