It was a pleasure getting to know more about Stryker and the team, and I appreciated the opportunity to have engaged in meaningful conversations about the role. (8 interviews in total.) My perspective is that transparency early in the process regarding internal applicants might have helped manage expectations. Given the number of interviews conducted, it would have been beneficial to know whether an internal hire was a strong possibility from the outset. That said, I truly respect the company and the work being done.