Ending a Job Interview: 5 Things to Do

Báo Lạng SơnBáo Lạng Sơn17/04/2023


When a job interview is going well and is about to "end", how to "close" perfectly and receive a look of approval from the employer is also a "problem" that candidates need to learn.

If you are preparing for an important interview, you should pay special attention and be tactful to behave in the best way. Below are the top 5 tips to help you end the interview effectively and find a new job quickly.

Let the employer take the initiative to end the interview  

Typically, the decision to end a job interview rests with the hiring manager because you are participating as a candidate.

Your job now is to pay attention to the signals that you want to end the interview so that you can be happy and ready to respond. Common signals are when there are statements like: Okay, we will review your profile a little more; I need a few days to discuss with department X and will contact you again; Do you have any more questions? Do you have any more questions? ... At this time, you need to be "sober" and behave appropriately. Avoid being flustered and forgetting what you need to say. Worse, if you do not realize that the employer wants to end the interview, so you just sit still, or "talk on and on", you will easily be judged as someone who lacks tact and sensitivity in communication.

Ask some “value” questions

Asking questions to the employer is a natural thing in an interview, especially if you don’t have time, when it’s almost over, you should take advantage of it right away, don’t miss it. This is also an opportunity for candidates to know more specific information that is not clearly stated in the job description. Moreover, through the quality of the questions, the employer can also evaluate some characteristics in the candidate’s personality, thinking, concerns…

At the end of the interview, you may ask some questions such as: Can you give me some advice on what skills I should develop for this position? or If I am hired, how many people will I work with in a team, and what are their ages? I see that this position also requires a lot of skills and experience in X field, I am not worried about this, but can you share with me a specific roadmap for me?

Through the above questions, the employer will feel the candidate's enthusiasm for learning and respect for seniors.

Don't leave any silence before the end of the interview.

During the entire interview and even towards the end, you should not have any “dead time”. Therefore, if you are at a loss for what to say towards the end of the interview, you can take some time to observe the office and chat a little bit off topic.

It could be a certificate, a medal, a painting, some decorative plants… Although these are small details, sometimes they help you inspire the employer to openly share the meaning of it. This also helps shorten the distance between the two sides and maybe you will understand a few more things about the company.

Say thank you and look forward to connecting

Lack of thanks and expression of desire to connect with the employer is a huge mistake and shortcoming of the candidate.

Before ending the job interview, don’t forget to express your gratitude to the person who took the time to talk to you. Of course, it is their duty because the company is in need of workers, but as a candidate, you should say thank you, this proves your professionalism.

In addition, besides thanking them, you should also tactfully express your intention to connect with the interviewer, perhaps asking for their phone number, adding them on social networks, etc. This is a premise for future contact, for example when you need to inquire about the interview results.

Keep a cheerful and friendly attitude before leaving.

The secret to ending the interview perfectly is to keep a cheerful smile and a polite attitude before leaving. Walk confidently and comfortably, do not be shy, tense or lack of confidence. It is your demeanor that will determine your character. Finally, do not forget to bow goodbye to the people you meet in the company because this is basic behavioral culture and you may also meet them again in the near future as colleagues.

The job interview is the “key” to opening up job opportunities for candidates. If you are smart and observant, you will catch the signal that the interview is about to end. At this time, you should seize the opportunity to behave skillfully as suggested above to bring about the most perfect ending. Wish you success.

Dang Hao



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