Follow-Up Is A Critical Part of Your Job Search
An "all too-common" problem for individuals engaged in an intensive job search is the lack of effective follow-up to resumes sent or interviews experienced. Obviously, running a job search in conjunction with all your normal life activities is demanding. But the lack of this critical component could be the seed of failure.
Now we understand that many ads specify “no phone calls” and most interviewers will tell you “we’ll be in touch.” However, practical experience has shown that reliance on these instructions can lead to missed opportunities.
Let’s take the case of an advertisement instructing “no phone response.” Basically, they are referring to the first week or two when the vast majority of responses arrive. In that time, they are much too busy to be bothered by telephone inquiries. However, after two weeks or more, the field is usually narrowed to a few select candidates and a well-managed phone call or letter might raise your standing or, potentially, take you off the “reject file” and get you back into contention.
Similarly, after an interview, it is very important to send a letter stating your enthusiasm for the job, summarizing your qualifications and inquiring about the next step. Such letters show an employer your interest level and that you take action to produce results.
In no way is assertive follow-up a negative. Employers are not going to reject you because you are “trying too hard.” Clearly, such activity is a very positive trait and worth of employment consideration.
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