I’ve been unemployed since the last quarter of 2025. Initially, I had quite a number of interviews but didn’t progress past the hiring manager rounds. I took some time to regroup, learn, and refine my STAR answers to better align with each role and what hiring managers are looking for and I started getting more final-round interviews!

But… I’m still not getting offers. Most recently, I went through three final rounds, and after each one, I received rejection emails saying they chose someone more qualified or somemore more aligned with their needs, etc.

How can I maximise my chances or position myself as the top candidate in final rounds?

Honestly, this has been such a trying period 🥲 Sending support to anyone else going through the same thing.