One of the best one's i have ever been on. I wrote a thank you email today. Still have not heard anything back. In my past I always got the offer within a few hours after the interview.... and this time no such luck yet.
2006-07-31 07:04:47 · 17 answers · asked by sillybilly 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Sure, especially if there is a background check or other applicants. It can take months.
2006-07-31 07:09:05 · answer #1 · answered by Sir J 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If this was the initial interview, they may be culling out the applicants who will not be asked for a second interview. However, this is just Monday. They may be talking with Human Resources about salary, benefits options, and putting together the package they want to offer you. Give them some time. Have faith.
If you did your best and you are confident that you could not have done any better, then luck has nothing to do with it. Your hard work and effort will be blessed. If not in this particular job, maybe there's a better one waiting for you.
Interviews are like auditions. You just have to grit your teeth and growl a bit! God's will, God's timing. God is a Good Daddy. He won't leave you dangling out there. But also like a good Dad, if this isn't where you should be---he may say, "No," or "be patient, I'm working on something better!"
Either way, your hard work, effort, and discipline will get you the job that will afford you the opportunity to shine!
2006-07-31 07:13:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's a fine line between pushy and assertive, but you're instinct to call back soon is a good one. Calling the employer 3-4 days after interviewing is appropriate.
You are avoiding one of the biggest mistakes made: not being assertive enough in the job hunting process.
It sounds like you're a good interviewee with good qualifications since you've had quick offers in the past Jh.
If you've received no return call by Wednesday, you can go down to the work site (well-dressed), and leave a thank you CARD with the receptionist or HR department ... or hand it to the interviewer/s with a smile and leave. Better to do this in person, but you can also mail it out, if you do so immediately.
The card should be plain & pleasant; simple looking, blank inside. Inside you write something like this:
1. I enjoyed meeting with you.
2. Thanks for taking out time from your day for me.
3. Mention one key point you both agreed on, or something they said that made you think you'd make a good working team.
4. I hope you have a great day and I look forward to speaking with you soon.
The beauty of this approach (which has never failed me) is:
It makes you stand out and look classy. Most people don't write "thank you"s. The card is more thoughtful than the standard thank you letter. It's more creative and feels "warmer" without being unprofessional. It's also more short and sweet.
Plus you have an excuse to keep contact ("Just calling to make sure you got my card").
For the future: Emailing a thank you can be problematic. It's quite possible they won't have the time to review it, or to review it right away. And many employers see it as a lazy alternative to the standard written letter.
Anyway, whatever your decision, hope it works out well.
2006-07-31 07:12:12 · answer #3 · answered by Rewsna 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't get discouraged. Most businesses are very busy on Mondays. Like the other answerer said, they may not be at the end of their interview process yet. If you don't hear anything the end of the week, call and inquire about it. Let them know that you were very impressed with the company and are really looking forward to working there. They can't fault you for being enthusiastic! Just wait a little longer and good luck!!
2006-07-31 07:10:46 · answer #4 · answered by dh1977 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dude, relax. They could still be interviewing, or they could be discussing the candidates, or, now this might be shocking, they might actually have other work to do. As much as you like to think so, you're not their number one priority right now.
You interviewed Friday, sent a thank-you email today. Relax. Wait until at least Friday, preferable next Monday. Did they give a time frame for the decision?
2006-07-31 07:09:56 · answer #5 · answered by Insert Nickname Here 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes the results of the interviews can take weeks to get out just be patient and dont pester them about it. I would call the person who interviewed you on Friday to ask if they are still interviewing candidates or if a hiring decision has been made.
2006-07-31 07:11:26 · answer #6 · answered by BeachBABE 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes, it can take up to a month for determine which candidate gets the job. Remember, they probably had other applicants. Often, there are more than one day for interviews, too. So, they may be interviewing this week as well. Don't sweat it.
2006-07-31 07:08:30 · answer #7 · answered by casey_leftwich 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are really jumping the gun. They may still be interviewing or they may be looking over all the applicants to make a decision. Good job on sending the thank you email out promptly. Now, sit back and let them make their choice.
2006-07-31 07:10:02 · answer #8 · answered by Apple21 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with PiccChick-
Give it time. You might call the HR dept and ask when the interview process will be finished, then give them a few days to review all the interviews.
2006-07-31 07:09:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What kind of job did you interview for? That makes a difference. How many interviews after you?
2006-07-31 07:08:41 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how many people they were interviewing and how many people have to review the data It can take a few days to hear back sometimes even longer.
2006-07-31 07:07:57 · answer #11 · answered by creative rae 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋