Question about job searching...

[elfs]

I sent a thank-you note to one group with which I interviewed, and they sent back a note saying sorry, they've filled the position they wanted with someone else. Which was very disappointing, as that was the startup I really wanted to work with.

I sent back a response thanking the HR person for telling me, and added, "Could you tell me what, if anything, led you away from me as a candidate?"

Is that appropriate? Have I burned a bridge?

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96 Great Inverview Questions

[(Anonymous)]

A book worth reading when you're hunting for work is "96 Great Interview Questions to Ask Before You Hire" (Second Edition) by Paul Falcone. Chances are that you're interviewer has already read it and it's a great security blanket to have when you feel you now have the other side's play book.

Then you'll know what to say when asked: "Tell me about yourself?"

--DB_Story