Initially, phone interview with recruiter, whom just asked very basic questions about my background. I also had an interview with the hiring manager via video. This interview with the hiring manager lacked any structure, and I was not asked any questions about my background. I highlighted my professional experience and explained how I thought I could bring value to the organization, and ultimately the sales team. I was told that I was in the top five candidates and that I should expect to speak with the hiring manager’s manager for a final round of interviews. A week later, I had heard nothing. So, I followed up with the recruiter via email. A few days later, I received response and was told that she would get back to me the next day. It ended up being two days later, and I was told that they had selected another candidate. Clearly, I was completely misled by the hiring manager, as the “final interview” never happened. Although the people I spoke to were pleasant, I find the whole process very dishonest, and it makes me wonder what else was misrepresented about the role or the organization. Most likely, this is a cultural red flag, and I realize that I may have dodged a bullet.