How to End Your Interview

How to Leave a Lasting Impression at the End of Your Interview

As a senior candidate in the luxury travel sector, you’ll already be aware that interviews are never just about ticking boxes. They’re about connection, alignment, and leaving a lasting impact.

Much of your preparation likely centres around the obvious: what to wear, who you’re meeting, researching the company’s portfolio and performance, preparing examples of leadership, innovation, and results. But one area that is often overlooked yet crucial, is how you close the interview.

In a competitive market, especially within high-calibre roles in luxury travel, it’s not just your first impression that matters. How you end your interview can be just as important as how you begin it.

Here are four professional and impactful ways to finish your interview with confidence and clarity:

1. Invite Clarification

Before the conversation ends, ask:
'Are there any areas you’d like me to expand on or clarify further?'

This shows self-awareness and a willingness to go the extra mile, two qualities essential in senior leadership roles. It also gives the interviewer a final opportunity to better understand your experience, instead of walking away with unanswered questions.

2. Ask Thoughtful, Strategic Questions

Prepare a few high-level questions that demonstrate your understanding of the business and your alignment with its direction. For example:

• “What are the company’s strategic priorities for the next 12–24 months?”
• “What challenges is the leadership team currently navigating?”
• “What are the immediate expectations for this role in the first six months?”

These questions show commercial awareness and that you're thinking like a future stakeholder, not just a job-seeker.

3. Clarify the Process

Make sure you understand the next steps in the process. A simple question like “Could you share what the next stage of the process looks like and when you expect to make a decision?” demonstrates genuine interest, and gives you a chance to flag any upcoming availability issues that may affect scheduling.

4. Always Thank Your Interviewer

A warm and professional thank you can go a long way. Express your appreciation for their time and for the opportunity to learn more about the company and the role. This reinforces your professionalism and interpersonal skills, key attributes in client-facing, leadership, or partnership roles within luxury travel sectors.

Final Thoughts

It’s easy to overlook the closing minutes of an interview, particularly after an intense hour of presenting, storytelling, and questioning. But by ending with intention, you position yourself as composed, capable, and truly invested in the opportunity.

And remember, your next job in luxury travel could be closer than you think.

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