What do you do after an Architecture Interview?
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What do you do after an Architecture Interview?

Summary

Jack Moran, Will Ridgway and Stephen Drew discuss what to do after an architecture interview, including follow-up emails, feedback, offers, rejection, salary considerations, interview expectations and keeping the wider job search moving.

After an architecture interview, your job is to stay professional, follow up clearly and keep the rest of your search moving.

Jack Moran, Will Ridgway and Stephen Drew discuss what to do after an architecture interview, including follow-up emails, feedback, offers, rejection, salary considerations, interview expectations and keeping the wider job search moving.

The conversation covers:

  • How to follow up after an architecture interview without overdoing it
  • Why feedback is useful, but should not stop the rest of the search
  • How to think about offers, timing and expectations
  • What rejection can tell you if you handle it properly
  • Why salary, experience and long-term fit all need to be weighed up

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Recap
  • 00:30 The Post-Interview Phase
  • 01:17 Handling Feedback
  • 01:53 Following Up After Interviews
  • 17:14 Balancing Multiple Offers
  • 25:11 Realising a Job Mistake
  • 25:59 Navigating Job Interviews and Expectations
  • 26:46 The Value of Experience Over Prestige
  • 29:54 Salary Considerations and Career Growth
  • 42:38 Dealing with Rejection and Constructive Feedback
  • 49:26 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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  • (00:00) - Introduction and Recap
  • (00:30) - Post-Interview Phase
  • (01:17) - Handling Feedback
  • (01:53) - Following Up After Interviews
  • (17:14) - Balancing Multiple Offers
  • (25:11) - Realizing a Job Mistake
  • (25:59) - Navigating Job Interviews and Expectations
  • (26:46) - The Value of Experience Over Prestige
  • (29:54) - Salary Considerations and Career Growth
  • (42:38) - Dealing with Rejection and Constructive Feedback
  • (49:26) - Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Episode Video

Creators and Guests

Stephen Drew
Host
Stephen Drew
Hello! I’m Stephen Drew, Founder of the Architecture Social—an online community and resource hub dedicated to helping professionals in Architecture, Design, Development, and Real Estate advance their careers. I’m here to connect you with insights, tools, and opportunities that lead to meaningful growth, whether you’re just starting out or ready to take that next big step.