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Want to greatly increase your chances of getting the job? It may sound bold, but I’m a little ballsy. This has happened to us personally more than you would think. And when it’s done well, it displays confidence, genuine interest, and enthusiasm. Before you ask for the job, make sure you’ve earned the right to ask. 1. Build the connection. You’ve built rapport with the hiring manager. The conversation feels natural, and you can genuinely see yourself working with this person and their team. 2. Prove your value. You’ve clearly communicated what you’ve accomplished, the results you’ve delivered, and how your experience can help solve their business needs. Your answer to: “Why should we hire you?” Felt solid. They can see why hiring you makes sense. 3. Remove the hesitation. Before the final interview ends, ask: “Is there anything in my skills or background that gives you hesitation about moving forward with me?” If it’s a panel interview, ask everyone in the room. Your goal is to get everyone’s buy-in. You want to uncover any concerns while you still have the opportunity to address them. Then, if you feel good about the opportunity and you want the position: 4. Ask for the job. “I’ve really enjoyed our conversations throughout the interview process. The more I’ve learned about the role and the team, the more confident I am that this is the right opportunity for me. I want the job, and I’d like to ask you for the opportunity to join your team.” In this job market, what do you have to lose? You could be ghosted anyway. Don’t assume the hiring manager knows how much you want the job. Tell them. You’ve spent the entire interview showing them why they should hire you. If you want the position, you owe it to yourself to say it. Try it in your next final interview. You may be surprised by the outcome. You’ve got this 💪🏻 #job #interview #careeradvice #interviewtips #hiring