You had an interview scheduled, but now you want to cancel it. Is that the right thing to do? How should you handle the situation? Perhaps, it is better to reschedule, and if yes, what should I say? 

It’s easy to get all worked up when thinking about canceling to interview. First, take a deep breath. Then read through this guide. It explains how to cancel an interview without feeling awkward afterward or burning any professional bridges. 

Is it Unprofessional to Cancel an Interview?

No, it isn’t unprofessional to cancel an interview. You simply have to handle the situation properly. Remember, recruiters spend between 30 minutes to 2 hours on scheduling a single interview. So a last-moment cancelation can scramble their calendar and leave them frustrated. Your goal is to proactively tackle the situation. 

Last-minute cancellations can put the interviewer in a bad spot. That could lead to a burned bridge if you ever want to reschedule again. That said: canceling an interview several days in advance is generally seen as acceptable.…

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