A Reddit user recently shared a surprising turn of events after receiving a job rejection, only to get an offer a few hours later. The user had appeared for two rounds of remote interviews at a company for a role that matched their experience. Already working remotely, the applicant mentioned they were seeking an additional job, but clarified that availability would not be an issue.
Rejection Followed by Clarification
Days after the interviews, the user received a rejection email. Curious about the reason, they sent a follow-up asking for feedback. The company responded, stating, “They really liked me and I was a top-three candidate, but my availability was the main issue for them. But strangely, they also asked me in the same email, ‘Are you sure that you can work full time?’”
From Rejection to Offer
The applicant replied, confirming, “Yeah, I can,” and shortly after received an official job offer. The unusual sequence left them confused about the process and prompted a discussion on Reddit.
One user commented, “The person who rejected you did it for stupid reasons, and the process of trying to give you an actual reason made someone higher up ask ‘why did you even reject them?’”
Another added, “They liked you but were hesitant to move forward. You proved to them further that you matched what they wanted by asking for feedback. That further push gave them the reassurance to take the risk. Congratulations.”
A third explained, “Most likely you were their first choice but not very sure of your availability (what they said) or your compromise with the role (they didn’t say). You asking for feedback show them that you actually want the job and the balance switch in your favour.”
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