Following up with Interview

Updated on November 25, 2008
R.F. asks from Plano, TX
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I had several very promising interviews with a prospective employer - one over the phone and in person with the recruiting company, and then another one with the person from their corporate office. They told me (a week ago last Saturday) that it would be about a week before any desicion was made. I already followed up with a thank you email, and an email with some questions - ways to keep my name in the forefront. I also sent the recruiter another email asking if they needed more info on my refrences - no answer :(. I haven't received a rejection letter, and I am really curious where I stand as to their selection. Since I already followed up, my husband basically says to drop it and wait it out. I was really excited about this prospect. Should I just drop it and wait it out, or send another email? I don't want to come across as an 'email stalker':). Opinions?

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C.R.

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I hate to say it but you should wait it out. I know it's tough but no news is better than bad news. ")
If they are a company that you want to work for, they will be true to their word and contact you. I sure hope you get it and I'm saying a prayer for you now.
My husband just finished this process today and will be starting his new job on the 8th of December. It ONLY took 4 months from the time of him sending his resume to giving his letter of resignation to his now employer! Between offers going back and forth and a background check, I thought we might lose our minds. Whew! Hang in there.
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K.N.

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I would say wait it out. You have done a great job at following up and now need to leave it up to them.
Goodluck

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M.D.

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Wait, with the holidays and all, I would wait. Most places I've worked at, and I've worked in HR, they don't like to continue to get emails or phone calls. One email, letter that says "thank you" is all that is needed. Also, in some of the departments I've worked in, the department has made the decision however, they have to get the approval from HR before offering the job. Not sure if you applied to a job that does a back ground check or not, but sometimes that can take a while before the place gets it back.

Good luck on your new job!

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A.

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Hi R.,

I am a career consultant who works with folks who have been laid off and are trying to find new positions. What I normally tell my clients in this situation is to keep following up, as you dont know what is going on on their end. It also shows you are still interested. Now, I agree you dont want to be percieved as a "stalker", so it can be a fine line. My experience is every two weeks (hopefully it wont go that long!) is a good time to follow up. Also, alternate how you contact them - next time give them a call. Some people respond more urgently to voicemails/phone calls than others to email.

I hope this helps. Good luck!!

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S.B.

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I'd wait it out. I know in my office half the people are out now for Thanksgiving - so things aren't moving at their regular pace...

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A.M.

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Three emails since your interview is quite a lot, so I'd take your husband's advice and drop it. Good luck. :-)

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