I am in the process for applying for new jobs now over the Internet job websites. After a week of submitting my resume, I will call Human Resources and ask them what the status is concerning my application and resume. Sometimes a woman will answer and say, yes we have your application and have not come to a decision yet. Would it be wrong for me to ask the HR woman out to lunch to discuss the job and all?
2006-09-20 08:30:47 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
That will definitely not be a case of sexual harassment but might be a tad inappropriate. I highly doubt anyone from an HR department will agree to discuss your employment prospects over lunch...unless your resume and professional experience makes you a viable candidate for the position, that they'd be very interested to hire you.
Why not send in a good cover letter with your resume? One that effectively highlights your skills to make you too interesting to pass up? That certainly is more sane than asking them for a lunch meeting (one that they will not oblige you anyway).
2006-09-20 08:40:45 · answer #1 · answered by TY 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it would be considered as sexual harrasement, but instead of ask the HR person out to lunch just go to the office where your applications are and ask to speak to someone about your application this would look better than asking anyone out to lunch, that just makes you look paranoid. Besides your looking for a job, not a friend there. Play it smart and just follow up on all leads you will get there. The more you go in person to where your appilcations are the better your chances will be. this was taught to me by a lady in a Job Service program many years ago and it still the way to go today. Let them know you are serious about this job. GOD Bless
2006-09-20 08:45:28 · answer #2 · answered by sunshinerosered1234 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No more wrong than asking the HR man. Just don't try to play footsies with her under the table. Or him.
However, I don't think that it's going to get you anywhere. The person who answers the phone doesn't usually have any decision making power anyway. Calling and checking in is OK, but more than that, and they might start thinking you're a little TOO eager. You could stop by instead of calling, and leave your calling card, if it's a place where you can do that sort of thing. And after your interview be sure to send a handwritten thank you card.
2006-09-20 08:39:16 · answer #3 · answered by kaplah 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your bright idea is essentially a crap shoot that could pay of really well if you are since and not smarmy. However there are two sides to this bet as you may come as being too forward.
I can speak from experience though that if you are sincere and respectful this method offers a way to make a BIG impression in the right way if it's carried off correctly and the HR lady is amicable.
Be prepared to keep up the hunt despite how you feel that things are going but remember, in the working world, no one gets ahead unless they're prepared to lay it all on the line.
2006-09-20 08:42:56 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you must not want the job come on really who applys for a job then calls human resources and asks the person out to lunch ? it is definetely inappropriate and the moment you do that your resume will be in the garbage because they'll think your weird follow protocol call and inquire but im sure the women answering has nothing to do with making the final decision
2006-09-20 08:41:36 · answer #5 · answered by mzrobsn414 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not sexual harassment, but it might not get you anywhere, and might send the wrong impression. After all, you don't know this person - and quite likely, they don't know much about the position. (HR usually just helps locate candidates that meet a menu of items, then schedules interviews) Better choice is to ask if you can be put in contact with the hiring manager, as you are eager to find out more about the position with their company.
2006-09-20 08:33:50 · answer #6 · answered by physicsmom04 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No that wouldn't be sexual harassment and is a nice gesture but I think if you have yet to meet them in person it's unlikely they would accept your invitation . I would definitely send them a follow up letter of thanks in advance for consideration of your application and again mention your continued interest in the job. It never hurts to put your name out there so they will remember you and perhaps refer back to your application a number of times. Good luck !
2006-09-20 08:41:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not sexual harassment, but it's not appropriate.
For one, the HR employee isn't the person to talk to about the job...the hiring manager is the right person for that.
For another thing, if they wanted to talk to you about the job and all, they would bring you in for an interview. You need let them call you.
2006-09-20 08:38:58 · answer #8 · answered by abfabmom1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That sounds slightly out of register.
I would not recommend it.
Basic information on the job should be available when you apply, and if you interview, you can ask any additional questions.
You would be better off spending the time applying for other jobs. And asking out other women you like to lunch.
2006-09-20 08:35:17 · answer #9 · answered by a_blue_grey_mist 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's not sexual harrassment, as long as you keep things focused on the job concern. And if you approach it as job first over lunch, rather than lunch to discuss job
keep in mind that she could decline
2006-09-20 08:33:26 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋