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A lot of times I will speak with a recruiter and then they will say something like "we have a few more ppl to talk to but will be in touch with you by the end of the week."
Let's say it's been another week and you haven't heard from them … is following up making a candidate seem desperate or making them seem interested? If a candidate DIDN'T follow up, would you think they were NOT interested anymore?
I would follow up. It shows more initiative. Why would you think along the lines of desperate? Everyone's desperate for something, if you think about it. Stay positive.
If a candidate didn't follow up, it wouldn't make a difference to me if the person is a good fit. Either way I would want that person to try for an interview.
Keep in mind that recruiters and recruiting agencies are paid for each candidate they place. They really don't care what you think of them and they don't develop complex ideas about what you are either as long as you are professional and have the adequate qualifications. I worked in HR for awhile. Stand out with your resume and your experience and have the proper credentials. If you're even halfway personable and not a complete weirdo you will stand a good chance. You have no idea how many people they see in one week.
A lot of times I will speak with a recruiter and then they will say something like "we have a few more ppl to talk to but will be in touch with you by the end of the week."
Let's say it's been another week and you haven't heard from them … is following up making a candidate seem desperate or making them seem interested? If a candidate DIDN'T follow up, would you think they were NOT interested anymore?
I kind of debate that "We'll be in touch by X date" That's either a "Thanks for applying but don't hold your breath" or "Don't bother asking further"
A lot of times I will speak with a recruiter and then they will say something like "we have a few more ppl to talk to but will be in touch with you by the end of the week."
Let's say it's been another week and you haven't heard from them … is following up making a candidate seem desperate or making them seem interested? If a candidate DIDN'T follow up, would you think they were NOT interested anymore?
Follow up once. That can show interest or perseverance or just be a reminder that you're still around. But if they don't respond then, write them off... if they contact you out of the blue weeks later with another opportunity, just delete the email or voicemail and move on, because they've revealed their nature to you.
Follow up once. That can show interest or perseverance or just be a reminder that you're still around. But if they don't respond then, write them off... if they contact you out of the blue weeks later with another opportunity, just delete the email or voicemail and move on, because they've revealed their nature to you.
I always follow up once. I would also not rule out another position with the company if you need money. HR people are flaky and don't really reveal the company. I worked at a great company, however most of HR was laid off and replaced with contractors who could care less.
A lot of times I will speak with a recruiter and then they will say something like "we have a few more ppl to talk to but will be in touch with you by the end of the week."
Let's say it's been another week and you haven't heard from them … is following up making a candidate seem desperate or making them seem interested? If a candidate DIDN'T follow up, would you think they were NOT interested anymore?
I would move on tbh. If they wanted me, they would have called me.
I generally save the last email from recruiters in my inbox, if they're still communicating with me.
I follow up a week after the interview. I ask "Can I please get a status update?"
If I hear nothing (or rejected) I move on. I transfer the email to a folder to get it out of my inbox.
If I hear they need more time, I save their email and follow up in a week.
I keep applying for jobs and do not get emotionally attached to any application.
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