The recruiter I met was professional, communicative, and set clear expectations about the process. Unfortunately, my experience with the hiring manager was disappointing. He seemed disconnected: scowling, repeatedly asking the same question about my company’s acquisition, and acting like he was in disbelief-even though the news was publicly available. I even sent an upfront email to express my gratitude for his time and to provide three questions on which to make our time productive: about leadership style, quota attainment, and new business vs. expansion. Those were rushed into the final few minutes with barely enough time to cover them after most of the conversation centered on a single repetitive topic. He also made one comment about the performance of a member of his team that was not professional. On the whole, the interview felt dismissive and discourteous, which did not speak very well to the culture of the organization. I have never known anyone who does not have bad days, which can sometimes reflect in work. I fully believe in the power of giving people the benefit of the doubt. Even with that granted, this dialogue left me wondering if the hiring manager is currently be in a place to lead effectively. Leadership calls for empathy, poise, and respect, none of which were exhibited here. I normally send a thank-you note after every interview; however, in this case, I did not do so because of the unprofessional nature of it & to avoid implying I was still interested.