>Be vague and 1 or 2 other places? Or name specific companies/roles? I've seen people take both approaches. I like to be open to avoid coming off as antagonist

>Be vague and 1 or 2 other places? Or name specific companies/roles? I've seen people take both approaches. I like to be open to avoid coming off as antagonistic, but HR folks do sometimes talk to each other across companies and this can potentially harm you if you're not careful. >What should I say when they ask what your first choice would be if you were extended similar offers at all these places (it also seems to be a standard question)? I avoid being cornered into making a promise, but I always make it clear that I'm very excited to work for their company. Always. HR people are adept at gauging interest and don't want to be used by applicants. They don't want to hire people who aren't excited about the job. They know you will negotiate when the time comes.