I was scheduled for three rounds: Introductory call – an informal conversation to get to know me and discuss my background. Case study round – completion of a business case, followed by a discussion of my approach and solutions. (this was prepared in advance on payments topic) Final round – behavioural questions, likely followed by a conference call with the wider team. The first two rounds went ahead as planned, though there were long delays between them, with weeks of silence and no responses to my follow-up emails. The final stage interview was missed by the interviewer without prior notice, and I received no communication until seven hours later, despite sending two follow-up emails. The only response was a brief, generic apology. There was no real acknowledgment of the issue, and I chose to withdraw from the process. Advice to Management: Respect candidates’ time and effort as much as you expect theirs. Communicate promptly, honour commitments, and address no-show situations immediately with genuine acknowledgment. The recruitment process is a direct reflection of company culture — ensure it leaves a positive impression.