Varun's response was missing, which leaves a gap in his engagement and professionalism at the conclusion of the interview. A proper closing statement is important as it reflects his interest in the position and appreciation for the opportunity. A more effective response would have included gratitude and a positive note about the conversation. For improvement, Varun could have said, "Thank you, Avi. It was a pleasure speaking with you today. I appreciate the opportunity and look forward to hearing from the HR team. Have a great day!"