Recruiters - why do you call applicants without setting up a time via email first? (applying, interviews)
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Today I got a random phone call at work from a recruiter, who asked if I was free to discuss an opening I applied for weeks ago. I said I wasn't and rescheduled for a later time. However, I sit in an open cubicle close to my coworkers. One of them jokingly asked what the secret phone call was for (I guess I sounded weird). Though he was kidding around, it made my other coworkers look up suspiciously. I wish I hadn't answered the phone!
So really, why can't recruiters always email before calling?
I'm not a recruiter, but I am the first line of contact for people we are bringing in for interviews in my department. I only call if the person applying has a resume that indicates that they are currently unemployed - everyone else gets an email. On the flip side, I've been looking for other jobs at my workplace (a large university) and they always call - even though most of our offices are in cubes. In one case, when I didn't return a phone call by the end of the day (because I do not use my cell phone at work), I got a call on my work phone that the caller had looked up in the directory!
Calling is more personal, but email is much more considerate.
Today I got a random phone call at work from a recruiter, who asked if I was free to discuss an opening I applied for weeks ago. I said I wasn't and rescheduled for a later time. However, I sit in an open cubicle close to my coworkers. One of them jokingly asked what the secret phone call was for (I guess I sounded weird). Though he was kidding around, it made my other coworkers look up suspiciously. I wish I hadn't answered the phone!
So really, why can't recruiters always email before calling?
The proper way to answer a recruiter's call is say:"Hold on a second" then walk to a privacy area to have the conversation. Another way is to ask for a call back number and call them back at your convenience. Obviously, don't repeat the number out loud.
I'm not a recruiter, but I am the first line of contact for people we are bringing in for interviews in my department. I only call if the person applying has a resume that indicates that they are currently unemployed - everyone else gets an email. On the flip side, I've been looking for other jobs at my workplace (a large university) and they always call - even though most of our offices are in cubes. In one case, when I didn't return a phone call by the end of the day (because I do not use my cell phone at work), I got a call on my work phone that the caller had looked up in the directory!
Calling is more personal, but email is much more considerate.
I applied for the job while unemployed, but started a freelance position in the meantime (they may hire me on fulltime, which is why I'm being secretive about looking). I realized I applied for this position nearly 3 months ago! They really should have emailed.
The proper way to answer a recruiter's call is say:"Hold on a second" then walk to a privacy area to have the conversation. Another way is to ask for a call back number and call them back at your convenience. Obviously, don't repeat the number out loud.
There's not a lot of quiet areas on my floor, and the conference rooms are almost always occupied.
Usually if it's a number I don't recognize, particularly if the area code is from out of state, I ignore it and let it go to voicemail. I rarely return the calls.
Usually if it's a number I don't recognize, particularly if the area code is from out of state, I ignore it and let it go to voicemail. I rarely return the calls.
I forgot to note that the first time they called, I didn't pick up. The lady gave me her email and so I wrote her my availability for the next two days. She calls me a week later! If it wasn't a well-known company I really want to work for, I'd say f--- it.
I forgot to note that the first time they called, I didn't pick up. The lady gave me her email and so I wrote her my availability for the next two days. She calls me a week later! If it wasn't a well-known company I really want to work for, I'd say f--- it.
I'm often contacted by different recruiters for the same 2-3 jobs that they can't seem to staff around here, mostly Bank of America, Fiserv, or BCBS. Those must be really crappy places to work because they are ALWAYS looking for people. On contract. At crappy hourly rates.
Or I get e-mails from recruiters who clam up when I ask for specifics about the company, or...god forbid...the salary range.
Today I got a random phone call at work from a recruiter, who asked if I was free to discuss an opening I applied for weeks ago. I said I wasn't and rescheduled for a later time. However, I sit in an open cubicle close to my coworkers. One of them jokingly asked what the secret phone call was for (I guess I sounded weird). Though he was kidding around, it made my other coworkers look up suspiciously. I wish I hadn't answered the phone!
So really, why can't recruiters always email before calling?
Some people prefer the personal touch, and scheduling something may be easier on the phone rather than exchange a bunch of emails trying to match-up openings (in cases where its the HR generalist trying to setup a meeting with the applicant and the actual recruiter). In essence, it's done both ways, and while you prefer email, others will prefer the phone. But when it comes down to it, do realize that in this relationship, the recruiter/hiring company is more the customer and you the provider. So its really how they chose to contact you. And up to you to pick-up the phone or not.
Today I got a random phone call at work from a recruiter, who asked if I was free to discuss an opening I applied for weeks ago. I said I wasn't and rescheduled for a later time. However, I sit in an open cubicle close to my coworkers. One of them jokingly asked what the secret phone call was for (I guess I sounded weird). Though he was kidding around, it made my other coworkers look up suspiciously. I wish I hadn't answered the phone!
So really, why can't recruiters always email before calling?
Because you applied for the position and obviously gave the contact information the recruiter used.
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