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You've had your interview, which you think went well. The recruiter said that management wants a new recruit in place within two weeks, and that you'd receive a call, either way. Two weeks later and you are still waiting.
All that waiting seems to demand action; after all, we are often urged to be pro-active. "What if I called to inquire? Would that help show my interest?" wonders the impatient job hunter. So what is the best way to handle all that silent waiting?
It all depends.
There are many approaches, a few are listed below, and depending on a person's character, strength of verbal communications, rapport established with the interview team, indications given about how soon a decision will be made or when the chosen candidate will ideally be starting, a candidate may elect to wait patiently, or to follow-up.
• At the end of the interview, ask "May I give you a call to follow-up on the selection process?"
• Most people feel comfortable sending (and receiving) two, perhaps three, follow-up emails. After that it starts to feel desperate, which is a job offer deal-breaker.
• Keep track of who you call, what was said, who you've not yet reached, to make sure that you don't feel foolish for having forgotten, and that you don't overdo the attempt to solicit a reply.
• If it is outside your comfort zone to follow-up, you might choose to say so. "I apologize for adding yet another email to your Inbox. I am compelled to write, though, as I am just so sure that I have precisely the skills, attitude and experience to succeed in the position of (insert)."
• Instead of an email try a postcard or short hand-written note, snail-mailed.
• Call, but rather than leaving a message, try calling until you reach a real live person. Best bet for getting through to the hiring manager is to call very early, or quite late in the day.
• Send a last-ditch letter. Be frank. Tell the person that they indicated a decision would be made by this time, and that whether it's positive news, or not, you would like to know.
It is a sad truth that not all interviewers, recruiters, or HR personnel follow through on their promise to call either way. Although everyone deserves the courtesy of knowing, it's also true that lots of folks have trouble delivering bad news. One last idea:
• Never give up. Even if you didn't land that job, send an email two months or so down the road, thanking them again for a great interview, sharing that, although you are exploring a few possibilities you are still available. Suggest that if they know of a suitable position, in their company or another, you would be very grateful for a referral or more information.
Silence is relative, and possible reactions vary according to many variables. Ultimately it is up to each job hunter to determine what tactics he or she is comfortable using.
All that waiting seems to demand action; after all, we are often urged to be pro-active. "What if I called to inquire? Would that help show my interest?" wonders the impatient job hunter. So what is the best way to handle all that silent waiting?
It all depends.
There are many approaches, a few are listed below, and depending on a person's character, strength of verbal communications, rapport established with the interview team, indications given about how soon a decision will be made or when the chosen candidate will ideally be starting, a candidate may elect to wait patiently, or to follow-up.
• At the end of the interview, ask "May I give you a call to follow-up on the selection process?"
• Most people feel comfortable sending (and receiving) two, perhaps three, follow-up emails. After that it starts to feel desperate, which is a job offer deal-breaker.
• Keep track of who you call, what was said, who you've not yet reached, to make sure that you don't feel foolish for having forgotten, and that you don't overdo the attempt to solicit a reply.
• If it is outside your comfort zone to follow-up, you might choose to say so. "I apologize for adding yet another email to your Inbox. I am compelled to write, though, as I am just so sure that I have precisely the skills, attitude and experience to succeed in the position of (insert)."
• Instead of an email try a postcard or short hand-written note, snail-mailed.
• Call, but rather than leaving a message, try calling until you reach a real live person. Best bet for getting through to the hiring manager is to call very early, or quite late in the day.
• Send a last-ditch letter. Be frank. Tell the person that they indicated a decision would be made by this time, and that whether it's positive news, or not, you would like to know.
It is a sad truth that not all interviewers, recruiters, or HR personnel follow through on their promise to call either way. Although everyone deserves the courtesy of knowing, it's also true that lots of folks have trouble delivering bad news. One last idea:
• Never give up. Even if you didn't land that job, send an email two months or so down the road, thanking them again for a great interview, sharing that, although you are exploring a few possibilities you are still available. Suggest that if they know of a suitable position, in their company or another, you would be very grateful for a referral or more information.
Silence is relative, and possible reactions vary according to many variables. Ultimately it is up to each job hunter to determine what tactics he or she is comfortable using.
| Award-winning and published professional resume writer, Stephanie Clark, is owner of New Leaf Resumes, a full-time resume writing and interview coaching service. Her global clients range from entry to senior level, and have one thing in common: serious about managing their career options, they appreciate working with an expert. Published in several American and Canadian career publications, Stephanie also writes a weekly career article for a local daily paper. Stephanie delivers strategic resumes and unforgettable cover letters by staying ahead of industry trends through participation in, and leadership of, classes in resume design and content development. She continues to hone her own talents with classes from America's leading resume writers, Louise Kursmark and Wendy Enelow, of the renown Resume Writing Academy. Recently invited to contribute as an Invited Expert Blogger, you can follow Stephanie's interview blog at http://www.careerthoughtleaders.com/blog. Contact Stephanie through her website, at http://www.newleafresumes.com, or by calling toll free (North America-wide) 1-855-550-5627. Please contact Stephanie for permission to reprint this article. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Stephanie_Clark |  |
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