Friendlygeneral
Quick update—we’ve decided to move forward with another candidate. Thanks again for your time.
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When Rejecting A Candidate messages in a Friendly tone
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Message examples in a friendly tone
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Friendlygeneral
Appreciate you taking the time—we’re going in a different direction.
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Friendlygeneral
Thanks for chatting with us—we won’t be moving forward, but we wish you all the best.
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Friendlygeneral
Just wanted to close the loop—we’ve filled the role, but really enjoyed meeting you.
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Friendlygeneral
Quick note—we’ve gone with another candidate, but thanks again for your time.
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Friendlygeneral
Really appreciated the chat—we’re heading in a different direction.
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Friendlygeneral
Closing the loop—we’ve filled the role, but it was great meeting you.
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Friendlygeneral
Just following up—we won’t be moving forward, but thanks again.
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