I applied for a job in a company recently and I took the test and they said they will call me. It has been a week now. Should I call them and see what happened? I just cant wait.
2006-06-11 01:58:39 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Yes call them...This way it shows that you are interested in the job and it shows them initiative...Good Luck!!!!
2006-06-11 02:01:50 · answer #1 · answered by Wolfie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Calling after a one week time frame is perfectly acceptable
Here are some steps to take when applying for jobs:
-Write a resume AND cover letter. Some companies will not even consider an applicant who does not present a cover letter with their resume
-Apply for the job, include cover letter and resume with your application. Find a high quality paper to use; you want your resume to stand out. Try a soft pastel, something with a soft finish, business letter quality...remember, you do not want the resume to shout at the employer, but you want it to stand out...so don’t choose anything too bold.
-When you go to an interview always bring an extra copy of the resume and cover letter with you. I have been on interviews where the employer could not find the resume or it was in another office etc. This action shows you have forethought.
-Always arrive 5-10 minutes early for an interview. Announce yourself to the front desk or secretary, state the person you have the interview with and that you are a couple minutes early so you do not mind waiting. Remember it is better for YOU to wait on them, then for them to wait on you.
-After the interview, send a thank you note to the person you had the interview with. Hand written thank you notes are best, but a well composed email is acceptable. In your note go over the points of the interview; state the job requirements and how you feel that you personally are a suitable match.
-After one week call the office back, preferably speak to the person who interviewed you and ask if their are any further questions he has for you, when they will be starting the second round of interviews, etc. Be friendly and professional
-Unless you see the position advertised in the paper do not call or write the person again. I have heard many times from friends in the HR field, applicants who consistently call and re-send their resume are weeded out. This may not be true with all HR departments, but this is what I have been told from friends who work in them.
-If the ad is in the paper again 3 weeks after your interview, then go-ahead and re-submit your information, cover letter and resume. Perhaps it was lost or stuffed under a pile...who knows.
After you have done all of these steps, just rest, you have done your part...if you get the position, then great...if not, then you can know you tried your best.
ALWAYS apply for more than one job at a time...never wait to hear back from each application, this will keep you motivated and ensure your employment with at least one of the companies you have applied to.
Good luck.
2006-06-11 04:14:45 · answer #2 · answered by N-2-Motivation 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We cannot even guess what is going - maybe a key decision maker got sick...maybe the test is not graded yet...maybe just about anything. Bottom line - the time frame is what works best for the employer not the applicant. I would hold off on anymore contact for right now - Contacting them after a week from the test will be a bit impatient in my opinion. You do not want to be percieved as demanding and impossible to work with.
This is a great example of why it is so important to ask "What is the next step?" at the end of each step of the process. Also check on what their timeframe is.
Should you keep looking - of course.
2006-06-11 02:07:20 · answer #3 · answered by The Guru® 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would call them and tell them Hi I applied for a job with you and I was calling to find out if you have filled the position yet.
2006-06-11 02:02:14 · answer #4 · answered by getrd2go 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would give it another week, but don't sit around waiting. Apply for other positions. If you get the one you want, you can always turn the others down.
BTW, I think that an employer not replying to an applicant is just bad business practice. If you never hear from them, they weren't worth working for in the first place.
2006-06-11 02:02:43 · answer #5 · answered by PariahMaterial 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, follow up is the best way to go it shows interest and initiative
You can try something like this:
Thank you very much for the interview today. In reviewing the opportunity with [name of company], I am most eager to start. In closing, let me say that no matter how many people you interview, what their education or experience is, you won’t find anyone who wants to work for you more than I do.
2006-06-11 02:02:09 · answer #6 · answered by charm t 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, call them up. Show them that you are still interested and that you really care. It will show them how mature your are. And if you didn't get this job, maybe they will consider you for a different job opening. Good Luck!
2006-06-11 02:02:41 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, call them. Try to talk to the person that interviewed you. If they say that they hired someone already, ask them how you did on the test.
This won't hurt either way. You might learn how to improve your interview skills for the next time.
2006-06-11 02:02:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Your call tells them you are really interested in the job, and at least you'll know one way or another if you didn't get the job.
2006-06-11 02:02:25 · answer #9 · answered by older hippie chick 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes!! call them, once a day if you like. The more you call, the better they will see you are eager for the job and will be a good worker for them. remember, "the wheel that squeaks the loudest gets oiled first"! good luck.
2006-06-11 02:02:25 · answer #10 · answered by Cyndaly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋