Job interviews not converting into job offers. Need suggestions!

[MechEngineer2012]

Hello everyone,

I am currently in a role focused on sales but I am looking for a job that better aligns with my education (BSME) and technical experience. I have applied to several positions and had 3 interviews in 2024 but none resulted in job offer. I have noticed that my job interviews tend to be more of a Q&A session and I struggle to connect on a personal level, break the ice and make the other person feel at ease. The fact that I am being invited to interviews suggests that my qualifications and education are likely not an issue. Additionally, they were aware of salary I am willing to accept. I may go down on salary requirement in the next interview (something I am looking to change for next interview). Have any of you been in a similar situation? What strategies worked for you to improve interview outcomes? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

 

[SWComposites]

try to avoid discussing salary before/during the interviews.
how did you feel the job fit was for you at the interviews that you had? did you feel under/over qualified?
did you research the companies? and did you ask questions about the company's plans, what your role would be, etc?
if you have been doing sales then presumably you know how to make connections with people; what has been the issue?
have you clearly communicated how you can fulfil the job requirements, how you would be a good fit, etc?