Interview eitiquette?

Question

Agh! I sent in my resume to a company a few days ago, for a part-time job that pays a bit above minimum wage. I forgot, however, that I had mistakenly put my cell number on the resume instead of my home phone. And, since I don't regularly use my cell, I missed the original call from my potential employer. He called to set up an interview on Friday, and I only just got the message--it's past 6pm on a Sunday night. Have I ruined my first impression? Where should I go from here?? Please help!

Answer 1

No problem, you didn't create a negative impression at all. When you call on Monday, all you need to say, is you are returning the call and that you are interested in setting up the interview. Don't mention anything about the cell phone. What you may want to do is give him another telephone number for future calls. If your home telephone is a better number, just let him know. No need to apologize either. Good Luck with the interview.

Here is a link that may help you: http://www.interviewchatter.com/its-better-to-be-thought-dumb/

Darlene
Interview Guru
http://www.interviewchatter.com/

Answer 2

Rose, Just call Monday morning and say you are returning the call.

This should not be a problem. I would make no mention of the phone number issue until the end of the interview; you can suggest that if they can't reach you on the one number, try the other number.

Or, you could just carry your cell phone with you? If this job is important to you.

Answer 3

Call first thing Monday morning to schedule the interview .
Returning a call the next business day is normal .

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Answer 4

No one is on call 24/7 unless career dictates. Just imply you use your cell more than personal which is why it's your contact number, then make sure you leave it on and check it. Call first thing tomorrow and continue being professional. No explanation needed.