Yes, I think this is pretty standard all across the board, in every industry. Don't throw the grade "B" fish back just yet. Smart candidates do the same thing

Yes, I think this is pretty standard all across the board, in every industry. Don't throw the grade "B" fish back just yet. Smart candidates do the same thing--"You're my top choice" etc., even while busily interviewing elsewhere. It's all just a game everyone plays, really nothing new here.