Gaining feedback from an interview, especially when you have been unsuccessful, will prove invaluable when preparing for and attending interviews in the future.

If you are applying through an agency, as a neutral third party, they should be able to provide you with good quality feedback. It is also worth gaining feedback directly and although some companies have strict policies about not providing feedback to people they have interviewed, others will be much more accommodating providing you make it clear you will accept what they say in good spirit.

Although this feedback can sometimes make for uncomfortable listening it will allow you to consider the way you prepare and behave in future interviews. Also, by demonstrating your professionalism, if the first choice falls through, you may be reconsidered for the position or for future positions.

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