Withdrawing from an interview

Hi there!

At the end of the day, it doesn't really make a difference. 

But I would recommend that you are transparent with your reason to also help them improve their understanding of why candidates drop out of the process. See your feedback as a gift.

And by the way, congrats on the offer!

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Best,
Cristian

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Hi there,

I agree with Sidi here. When I declined my other offers, I emphasized that I thought they were great and appreciated their time, but ultimately have decided on another role/firm.

As long as you are gracious/curteous they will respond well. (By the way, I would generally advise not pro-actively saying the company name as this can come across “in your face” so to speak).

Congrats on having the luxury to cancel an offer - well done!

By the way, here's some reading to help you thrive in that new role!

https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/tips-for-consultans
 

https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/pros-and-cons-of-working-at-a-top-consulting-firm

Hi there,

Q: Should I mention when emailing HR to withdraw from an interview that its because I have accepted another offer or should I leave it without reason? 

It is totally fine to mention that you found a different opportunity fitting better with your current goals.

Best,

Francesco

Hello,

I think it's totally fine to be polite but transparent. Tell them that you really appreciate their time and the opportunity you were given, but you accepted another offer that better aligned with your long-term career goals, or something along those lines.

Hi there,

The fact that you're asking seems like it's important to you. In that case, I would show them the courtesy of giving them the actual reason. Nothing wrong with that.

Best of luck with the new job!

Cheers,
Moritz 

Hi!

When I was in the same situation I was just open and honest. I told them that I feel it's a matter of fairness to not waste their resources and possibly even take the spot from another otherwise qualified candidate that would possible rejected because of this. That was totally fine with them.

Cheers, Sidi

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Dr. Sidi S. Koné

Former Senior Engagement Manager & Interviewer at McKinsey | Former Senior Consultant at BCG | Co-Founder of The MBB Offer Machine™