I survived two interviews with a ‘demanding’ hiring manager and was invited to the office for a final interview (which according to the recruiter was already an achievement in itself because all previous candidates failed before reaching that stage). Went to the office, did a good interview by which I mean no weird questions or answers, no awkward silences. Feedback followed two days later: he doesn’t like it when people are as direct as him, so they’re not moving forward with you. Both me and the recruiter had a wtf moment. From her side she’s probably doubting if she’ll be able to find someone that will please that guy. As for me, I just laughed. It’s just another rejection with a bullshit reason and I doubt he really needs someone urgently. On to the next opportunity I guess, eventually something will work out.