Don't know what to do

[LesFex]

I have one thing to tell, do not get discouraged when you do not get the job. It's very common that companies take longer than they say to get back. A lot do not even get back. Very seldom have I gotten feedback from a potential employer as to why I didn't get the job. Maybe the other candidate had an extra valuable skill I didn't have or a few years more experience.

[wanneroo]

Everything I do is pretty much contracting so I have to constantly knock on doors.

What I find that is works is:

1. Keep it short and sweet. Long drawn out cover letters or emails or resumes don't work. I've seen the "experts" say otherwise but in my experience it has never got results and honestly I don't believe people have time to read all that stuff realistically.

2. Most of my jobs have come from recommendations from other people I have worked with. In fact I remember one company I emailed and called for a year with no response at all. Someone put in a good word for me and I got called and my interview and hiring call lasted 3 minutes and 18 seconds. So find someone that can give you a good recommendation or referral.

3. Don't give up. Don't harass people but stay in contact if you want the job.

[debtmonger]

The hiring process can take some time. Many times it is beyond the control of the person making the hiring decision. Keep in contact. Always send a Thank you note to the individual that conducted the interview. You don't want to call back so often that you annoy the individual, but keep the lines of communication open, so that they know that you are still interested in the position. Sometimes their first choice falls through and this contact can make the difference. Don't give up, keep looking for other opportunities. Persistence pays off in the end.