I don&#x27;t think you&#x27;re skipping the interview process (that&#x27;s quite rare), but you&#x27;re not worried about using it to prove your competence and look for dark secrets in the company.<p>If a friend has told you the company is on the level, and told the company you&#x27;re on the level, the interview becomes much more sociable and low stress.  You&#x27;re each confirming what you already know and looking for a good fit, rather than being suspiciously analyzing one another.