Waiting on a reply can be a huge headache but there are ways to go about reaching out to see where everything is standing. Besides the tips provided in the video, what other ways can you reach out to the recruiter if the traditional ways are not working?
The biggest concern is that I don't want to be a pest and nuisance. I keep thinking that if they were really into me, they would not need me to even contact them. If I continue to pester them I'm afraid they are going to take my interview and throw it right in the garbage.
F. Crazybone, it all depends on how you follow up and the frequency of the follow up. And yes, you a correct, a great best practice is for companies to keep you up to date on your status, especially if they wanted to hire you. The problem is that even the best companies still fall victim to urgent matters and priorities throwing them off track. Do not be discouraged. Keep me posted.
Great point about not letting a recruiter's disposition ruin how you may feel aboit an organization. Ive gone through this a cpl of times, and however painfyl, have always kicked myself for not following up even still. Great advice and info overall.
I was referred in for a job. I never had to talk to a recruiter. I first had an informal meeting with the interviewer who would be my manager when I get hired. A week later I had an interview. During the interview, they told me it would be 2-3 weeks as they had just posted this job req I was interviewing for on that day. I was the first candidate interviewed. Today marks the second week. So sometime this week or by mid next week they would be getting back to me. Would it make sense for me to send a quick email in between to remind them I am still here and interested? I can also look up their phone numbers on the company's website for leaving a voice mail. I don't want them to forget me as I was the first one they interviewed! Thank you for all your awesome advice and tips!
I LIKE that- "I'm going to follow up via email as well just in case." My husband's been waiting for six weeks after he was given the job offer verbally but the manager keeps coming up with excuses and won't give him the written offer as of yet.
@@CareerSuccess Yes, it has been stressful, but they never did reach back out to him. I just wish they wouldn't have gotten his hopes up like that. Thank you so much for your help!!
I would do both. You can be an advocate for yourself and move forward at the same time. By following up about the current status of a position you have interviewed for, you're allowed to know if you're in the progress process. You stay connected to the hiring process. And by doing so, you can give yourself some leverage. For example, if you are in the final stages of interviewing with one organization while interviewing for another, you can use that transparency to create an urgency & demand for yourself.
@@CareerSuccess Its the old saying "Dont call us we'll call you" you can go through the steps you suggested, but honestly if a company is interested they'll get in touch with you....and I think by calling them and e-mailing them even after waiting a couple of days or a week actually turns them off hiring you, makes you seem desperate
I followed up with a interviewer and she acted like she didn't know who I was! She then just seemed very uninterested in speaking with me on the phone and I literally got a call from someone else in HR asking for an interview when i already interviewed. I'm already annoyed with this company and I haven't even started yet! Thinking about just moving on!
Remain encouraged. Mistakes can happen, most often unintentional. Send a letter of thanks and keep your search going. Here is a video that may help boost momentum. Thanks for visiting the Career Success Channel.
Can you please make a video of what you should do if you're trying to get a good job but you don't have a great reputation online and don't have the money to clean it up or get it erased?? I don't see ANY videos about this. Is it because job experts aren't sure how to answer this? Thank you!
Hello, thank you for watching the Channel. I applaud your awareness of the increased use by employers when reviewing online presence of potential candidates. Because you did not clarify what exact "online reputation" you have, this response is based on the assumption that you may be referencing social media presence. We appreciate the suggestion of exploring how JTC might create awareness on the topic, if we see a fit into the Channel. In the meantime, the immediate thing you can do is review your social outlets and identify things that YOU can remove, and begin to build a more positive image. In addition, you might consider raising this topic with any recruiters when you are considered for a role. Let them know of your concerns, and be specific on how you are working to shift your online reputation. They will likely be able to guide you with the specific employer that has a job opening. If you are referencing online reputations linked to legal matters, contact a legal resource in your state. Initial legal consultations are usually offered at no cost. Remain optimistic and stay the course!
After the interview all done and good picked for the position!! Physical and background check done. Waiting for background check results !!! 3 months still waiting !!!!! I’m not a criminal and clean.
I'm sorry you are experiencing such a long wait. This is not uncommon, unfortunately. Did they give you a timeline for when they would make a decision? Hopefully this video can provide some clarity on why it take so long sometimes - th-cam.com/video/R8B_w15-DWY/w-d-xo.html
Had a phone interview and received and email about an in-person interview. During the in-person interview the manager was very informative. I thought the conversation went well. I followed up with a thank you interview letter via email. The hiring manager responded back to my thank you note. This was 6 days ago. Should I call to see what's the next steps or wait?
Thank you for visiting the Career Success Channel. Since it has been about two weeks from the last time you had communication with the hiring manager, it is a good time to reach out to the recruiter or hiring manager (since the hiring manager responded earlier). It is perfectly appropriate for you to request an update on the status of the hiring decision. Best wishes for your career success.
You're so cool honestly Im still waiting on the call, they told me that they're going to reply to me within a week and today is the 6th day, but i have a good feeling about it cuz i knew that they reached out to my references and gave them a good vibe about me so im still waiting,it's very stressful but im praying and hoping for a job offer.....
@@CareerSuccess i have great news honestly, i got an offer for this job and another one at the same time meaning i got 2 written offers nit just a call but 2 whole contracts, i ended up taking the latter, it was a difficult decision but a necessary one and i hope that i have made the right choice
@@queenvic83 it's going great honestly, up until now it seems like i made the right choice, i know it's been only 3 months but damn it feels like it is longer lol, but to answer your question im really happy at my new job and very grateful, god is great, thanks for asking friend💚
I had an interview 2 weeks ago by a recruiter. I then moved up another step the following week and had a meeting with the team. After that interview, the recruiter got back to me the following day to have another interview to talk to the hiring manager/account director. I asked in the interview what the next steps would be at the ned of the interview and the director stated he has other interviews for other positions throughout the week and I should expect to hear something in 1 to maybe 2 weeks. My interview was on Tuesday and I sent a thank you email to the account director. I am still waiting to hear from the recruiter (3 days later) Should I email the recruiter on Monday/Tuesday for a follow up? I am determined to get this role as it would be a major carer highlight. Thank you for all of your insight!
Thank you so much for visiting the Career Channel. Your suggestion for following up directly with the recruiter, is one that I believe is a great approach. Please let him/her know of your strong interest in the role, as a part of your communication to the. Best regards.
Yes, you can. I would call first and leave a voicemail if needed. In the voicemail, share that you are going to follow up via email in case emails reach them faster.
Hi, I was first interviewed on 17th March and I forgot to ask the date I should expect to hear from them. After a week, I sent a follow-up email and received a mail to meet Senior Managers on April 6th. I was interviewed with CEO and Vice President Sales and also asked for the timeline. This time she said I will get the decision on April 9th; however, I am still awaiting it.FYI, they sent me the PIBA assessment post-interview and called my one reference the same day of the interview; however, my second reference got a call from HR but didn't pick. My second reference has called back twice but HR didn't pick up and he sent a good voice mail. My first reference gave positive feedback though. What should I do in this case?
It sounds like you have had a very positive experience thus far! When considering hiring timelines there are several factors to consider, Hiring Managers are working on projects, day-to-day tasks or could even be out of the office on time off. The same goes for other decision makers like HR and the CEO or VP. Often times, it takes multiple decision makers to approve the hiring decision and salary before an offer can be extended. Additionally, companies are responsible for considering all qualified applicants. Due to candidate and manager interview availability this could also delay the process. In regard to the reference call from HR; consider there may be multiple positions and candidates that HR is supporting, causing delay in calling back a reference. I know your eager and excited to hear a decision. My advice would be to check back directly with your HR point of contact via email on Monday, April 19th. After making this contact the ball is in their court to follow up with you and I would wait to hear back.
Good day I trust you are well and healthy. I would like to ask for advise. I followed up on an interview and I was told the process is still on going . Now it is a month long and I have not yet gotten a feedback. Should is email again? and if so ,how politely should I go about it. Regards Sydney
Hello and thank you for visiting the Career Success Channel. It is certainly appropriate to follow up with the organization, ask for the status of your application and when a hiring decision will be made. All the best to you with your job search.
I had an interview on last Monday via Zoom, the interviewer told me that they will get back to me, but did not mention any deadline. Should I follow up on a WhatsApp text to the person in charge that help me to arrange the interview? Please do let me know. Thank you & have a great day.
Hi there and thank you for commenting. I would follow up via Zoom, unless you and the recruiter have already established an open line of communication via WhatsApp.
The position by which I hold now I was sent a message but I don't know the one am seeking which way wiĺl they use i believe it was a fantastic interview
Hello! I had final interview last June 22 with the IT Head and I think I did pretty well. I sent them thank you email and got a response in less than an hour saying they are very keen to proceed to next step then asked for some documents. They said they will get back on me in 1-2 weeks. Last June 27, they sent me an email saying that she has prepared the offer and is pending approval and will get back on me 1-2 days max. They did not get back at me, so I sent a follow up email and said “we are still pending final approval from the bosses” without any timeline this time. Do you think this is just a bluff? I was looking for other jobs and was surprised to see the same post I applied on from them on a different site 2 days after my final interview. Is this a bad thing? Thanks!
Hello I am sorry for the experience you had which has led to confusion and no final offer. It is difficult for me to say what happened from the outside looking in. However, given that you were promised an offer, you have a right to know the status of you as a potential candidate. I would put a call into the HR department with a request to gain more specific knowledge. All the best, and thanks for stopping by to share with us at the Career Success Channel.
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Hello and thanks for visiting the Career Success Channel. I am a little unclear on your question, but I will take a chance to respond. It looks like you received a call from a company that you want to interview with or one that you have completed a first interview. If your question is whether you can call back to determine when the next interview is, that is certainly something that you should feel comfortable with. Reach out and ask when you can determine if you will be scheduled for a second interview. If you have not had an interview yet, you can still reach out to ask when a decision will be made to schedule interviews for the role you are interested in. Best of luck.
I interviewed for an internal position two weeks ago as of yesterday and I completely forgot to write a thank you email. I was told in the interview they were looking to make a decision in a week or two and I'm confident I'll eventually get the offer based on my qualifications and how the interview went. We were scheduled for a 30 minute interview and it lasted just about 90 minutes. Should I follow up with HR or the hiring the manager? Since I wasn't given a firm day they were looking to make a decision, but rather a general timeframe of a week or two, should I follow up today or on Tuesday since Monday is a holiday?
I recommend following up with your HR contact. HR/Recruiters are lopped into the process and know where all candidates stand. I would go ahead and send your follow up email this week. Hopefully you hear some good news soon! Thank you for watching the Career Success Channel.
Hey I commented on one of your other videos. I had 2 interviews and they both went well. I’m just waiting to get called for the 3rd which will basically mean I got the job because he told me last time that will be the paperwork. I called today to follow up and the guy who answered the phone told me he would call either today or tomorrow if he wants me to have a 3rd interview. The first interview I got the second one the same day so I’m a little disappointed.
Hi Jennifer! I just reached out to my potential employer for a follow-up with the template you gave, and he said “we are at the back end of the process and will be able to revert to you soon.” Do I follow up again in a weeks’ time or do I trust that he will indeed revert? And what does the “back end of the process”exactly mean? 😅 thank you so much! :-)
It likely means that they are finishing up the hiring process and interviewing the last few candidates. I would still follow up in a standard two weeks to check on your status. Next time some shares that they will follow up with you “soon” ask them then whether it would be alright to check back in in 2-3 weeks if you’ve not heard anything by that point. Try and get clearer deadlines. Good luck to you.
@@CareerSuccess Hi Jennifer! Not sure if you read replies but I just wanted to share with u that the HR manager has gotten back to me a week after this and extended the offer to me! Thank you so much for your videos on interviewing and post-interview tips, really gave me some confidence helped me a lot, I really appreciate them! Hope you continue making these videos and stay happy while doing so! 😊💕
I have done steps 1 and 2 and even followed up with e-mails and got no response this was after the owner I had met with even said to me "Well think about it" which I never heard anyone say to me before....I left a message with that person, and he never even returned my phone call....I appreciate your advice, but I've been out of work a long time and I've been through it all!!!
Though I like your courage, I would avoid asking that question. Rather, ask - "is there anything I've said (or did not say) that would leave you feeling less than 100% confident that I'm the right person for this role?" You want to move away from yes/no answers to more open feedback so that you are able to close the gaps on your end.
Hi Jennifer, I interviewed for a tech company two weeks ago and it went well. They even told me that they wanted to speak to me more and have me speak to the team. I waited a couple days and asked the recruiter what are next steps. They said they’ll talk to the team and let me know. It’s been a week and a half now and haven’t heard back. Should I follow up again or is that annoying? It’s a popular company and I’m sure it’s competitive. But I let the recruiter know in our first phone interview that I had another offer and need to expedite the process. Did they forget?
Great question. This is a common area of concern for actively interviewing candidates. I wouldn't say they forgot, I would say it's an indication they are going in a lot of directions and have other candidates to consider before making a decision. Typical interview consideration takes multi weeks. Hiring Managers and HR support, day-to-day tasks, additional projects and time away from the office. Just because you haven't heard back after a week and a half doesn't mean you are no longer being considered. I would go ahead and follow up (if it's been another week since you last heard from them). I would also let them know the specific deadline that you have to make the offer. If nothing happens from there, then as a Recruiter, my advice if you have a strong offer that appeals to you, you accept it. An offer in hand is better then not receiving one at all. You also don't want to leave this other company hanging for the possibility of another offer. That's not the best way to start a new position. If you decide to take this offer, send a follow up email to the other company withdrawing from the process.
I had an interview last week, I think it went great. After a week, I sent a follow up email and they responded a few minutes later saying that because of what is going on with the Covid, the recruiting is put on hold at the moment, they will check into my application when they start the process again. Do you think that means I didn't get the job and they were just being polite?
Covid has caused many delays and the loss of positions throughout many organizations. With that being said, I would take what they say as a direct statement of next steps. In other words, they are putting the position on hold and will check back in with you when it is no longer on hold. So, it doesn't mean you did not get the job at all. It means you did not get it YET. I do recommend following up in a month or two if you are still interested in the position. I hope this helps!
Hi. Is it alright to include the following in a follow up email? - clarification/explanation to what you've said in the interview. - Your age and how It would not affect your performance. - further self build up.
Hilarious. Touche. Sorry for the delay. You may no longer need the answer, but here it is just in case. :-) I would not recommend following this approach. Whenever you begin talking about age, for instance, it just becomes an unnecessary distraction and takes away from their focus on your qualifications. Check out this video because it gives you my thoughts on exactly what to include when you follow up: th-cam.com/video/JGsGyDoMv5E/w-d-xo.html
Hi Jennifer I went on a Interview and still haven’t received a call by yet .I don’t know what to say if I call back for a follow up . What should I say ?
I already called after 2 weeks, and the receptionist answered and indicated that if i hadnt heard from them then it means they aren't ready. Should i call again?
Thank you for the question and watching the, "Follow up after an Interview" video. If it's been another 5-7 business days since your phone call I would send an email to the HR point of contact asking where your resume/application stands in the process for consideration. You could call again as well, however, I would recommend speaking directly to the point of contact instead of the receptionist.
Hi, in the interview (Friday 7th May) the hiring manager said I would hear back the following week. The recruiter then sent me an email on Weds 12th May stating that the panel were going to review the outcomes (there was also an assessment) and they had a difficult decision to make ahead - She stated that I should expect an update in two weeks. I'm now reaching the tail end of that two weeks finishing this week on Wednesday. I plan to follow up on Thursday if I hear nothing by Weds. I would love to get this job so much and worked really hard in the interview - I'm just super stressed waiting for the outcome. Do you think there is anything else I should do at this point? Great video btw :)
Thank you so much for the compliment. I'm glad you enjoyed this video! I think your plan, "To follow up by Thursday" is a great idea. The process can be difficult and it sounds like the panel is working very thoroughly to make the best decision. Great question by the way.
@@CareerSuccess Thank you for replying! I found out that I was unsuccessful yesterday but was their 2nd preferred candidate. Their loss I guess. There will be other opportunities anyway. Thank you again :)
Thanks for your question/comment. The challenge right now is that some employers are still learning how to interview virtually. Regardless of what I think about these types of interviews, it doesn't change the fact that they are necessary to master in 2020 during a pandemic. To master a virtual interview, I would recommend these four tips: (1) make sure that you've practiced and feel comfortable with the technology. There's nothing like having technical issues to throw you off and distract you during your interview, (2) still dress the way you would for an in person interview, (3) make sure all distractions around you (including décor) are minimized so that the interviewer can only focus on you, and (4) pay attention to your non-verbal signals. If you want the interviewer to see you as engaged, then you will need to be intentional about showing it during the interview even if it means leaning in physically to the camera.
So I had my final Panel interview, I sent a thank you email as well and the recruiter replied thanking me and letting me know that they’re making final decisions on Friday and they’ll reach out to me ASAP is that a good sign?
Hi there! I am proud of you for following up. It is always a good sign when the recruiter is clear with their communication. Did you receive a decision?
I had an interview via Zoom and the hiring manager said he’s going to forward my application to the HR and they’re going to call me.. but no date and no time.. is it ok to follow up or just keep waiting?
That's exciting news! Kudos to you. Yes, if you've not heard back from them within a week, I would follow up asking if there is a day you can anticipate hearing from HR, rather than asking about the status of your application because you already know that answer.
I had a hospital interview this past Thursday and I sent a follow up email like 3 hours after my interview.... And I haven't heard back from my recruiter and it's been a week so should I send a second follow up email???
Did they give you a time frame of when they would be making a decision? I say to follow-up a week after that deadline. In this video I outline what to say. I also suggest watching these two videos as well on why you may not have heard back yet - th-cam.com/video/unaUvfDwQK0/w-d-xo.html - & how long it can take -th-cam.com/video/fzd2OSPptnk/w-d-xo.html Let me know if you have other questions & keep me posted.
I recently had an interview , i followed up with the HR regarding my status they stated that “They are interviewing other candidates over new few weeks” . So my question is when do i need to follow up again ,as they did not mention any specific deadline
Career Success -I follower with then again and they told me that they are still interviewing other candidates and have not made a decision yet,this would be my 2nd follow up email which I had mail them
After your hiring manager interview, you can send a quick email to your point of contact (Recruiter or Human Resources), with a thank you and ask they forward to manager on your behalf.
I had an interview and they told me they would contact me at the end of the week and I got no response. So I sent an email that following Monday. Week later no response. Should I give them a call?
I got an interview, I went to the interview and the hiring manager told me he will contact me on Tuesday of last week. I got an email said I got hired on that same Tuesday that I was supposed to get a call and the email said wait for your hiring manager to contact you. It has been about 5 days after that, should I give them a call to see what my status is or when I can come in on my first day of training/orientation? Let me know!
Thank you for the question. Yes, I would absolutely recommend responding to the email asking for a start date and letting them know you haven't heard from the hiring manager as of yet. Thank you for watching.
Waiting on a reply can be a huge headache but there are ways to go about reaching out to see where everything is standing. Besides the tips provided in the video, what other ways can you reach out to the recruiter if the traditional ways are not working?
Career Success so on time. Thank you 😊
@@Summerbeeuty Thank you!
I love your videos. They have helped me greatly. Thanks for posting them.
I just did this yesterday and I got call offering me the job :)! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO!!!
I am SO happy to hear that. I am proud of you!
The biggest concern is that I don't want to be a pest and nuisance. I keep thinking that if they were really into me, they would not need me to even contact them. If I continue to pester them I'm afraid they are going to take my interview and throw it right in the garbage.
F. Crazybone, it all depends on how you follow up and the frequency of the follow up. And yes, you a correct, a great best practice is for companies to keep you up to date on your status, especially if they wanted to hire you. The problem is that even the best companies still fall victim to urgent matters and priorities throwing them off track. Do not be discouraged. Keep me posted.
Same feeling
You are so well spoken... thank you for this
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Great point about not letting a recruiter's disposition ruin how you may feel aboit an organization. Ive gone through this a cpl of times, and however painfyl, have always kicked myself for not following up even still. Great advice and info overall.
Thank you for sharing your experience! I'm glad the information resonated with you. How is your career going now? Are you currently searching?
I was referred in for a job. I never had to talk to a recruiter. I first had an informal meeting with the interviewer who would be my manager when I get hired. A week later I had an interview. During the interview, they told me it would be 2-3 weeks as they had just posted this job req I was interviewing for on that day. I was the first candidate interviewed. Today marks the second week. So sometime this week or by mid next week they would be getting back to me. Would it make sense for me to send a quick email in between to remind them I am still here and interested? I can also look up their phone numbers on the company's website for leaving a voice mail. I don't want them to forget me as I was the first one they interviewed! Thank you for all your awesome advice and tips!
I LIKE that- "I'm going to follow up via email as well just in case." My husband's been waiting for six weeks after he was given the job offer verbally but the manager keeps coming up with excuses and won't give him the written offer as of yet.
That sounds like a stressful wait period. I hope this helps. Wishing him the best of luck!
@@CareerSuccess Yes, it has been stressful, but they never did reach back out to him. I just wish they wouldn't have gotten his hopes up like that. Thank you so much for your help!!
Unless following up influences the decision, I typically try to take my mind off it and go looking for the next. That way, whatever happens, happens
I would do both. You can be an advocate for yourself and move forward at the same time.
By following up about the current status of a position you have interviewed for, you're allowed to know if you're in the progress process. You stay connected to the hiring process.
And by doing so, you can give yourself some leverage. For example, if you are in the final stages of interviewing with one organization while interviewing for another, you can use that transparency to create an urgency & demand for yourself.
I sent an Thank You letter through the mail :-)
@@CareerSuccess Its the old saying "Dont call us we'll call you" you can go through the steps you suggested, but honestly if a company is interested they'll get in touch with you....and I think by calling them and e-mailing them even after waiting a couple of days or a week actually turns them off hiring you, makes you seem desperate
TY for the solid advice.
You are very welcome. Thank you for watching!
I followed up with a interviewer and she acted like she didn't know who I was! She then just seemed very uninterested in speaking with me on the phone and I literally got a call from someone else in HR asking for an interview when i already interviewed. I'm already annoyed with this company and I haven't even started yet! Thinking about just moving on!
Unfortunately, Those things happen when you look for a job. It can be very annoying and frustrating. I try to not let it not get to me and move on.
Remain encouraged. Mistakes can happen, most often unintentional. Send a letter of thanks and keep your search going. Here is a video that may help boost momentum. Thanks for visiting the Career Success Channel.
Here is the link to the video:th-cam.com/video/wy0MXRHOybE/w-d-xo.html
Can you please make a video of what you should do if you're trying to get a good job but you don't have a great reputation online and don't have the money to clean it up or get it erased?? I don't see ANY videos about this. Is it because job experts aren't sure how to answer this? Thank you!
Hello, thank you for watching the Channel. I applaud your awareness of the increased use by employers when reviewing online presence of potential candidates. Because you did not clarify what exact "online reputation" you have, this response is based on the assumption that you may be referencing social media presence. We appreciate the suggestion of exploring how JTC might create awareness on the topic, if we see a fit into the Channel.
In the meantime, the immediate thing you can do is review your social outlets and identify things that YOU can remove, and begin to build a more positive image. In addition, you might consider raising this topic with any recruiters when you are considered for a role. Let them know of your concerns, and be specific on how you are working to shift your online reputation. They will likely be able to guide you with the specific employer that has a job opening. If you are referencing online reputations linked to legal matters, contact a legal resource in your state. Initial legal consultations are usually offered at no cost. Remain optimistic and stay the course!
I don’t know how to find someone to call. Online applications don’t list any email or phone number for most jobs. Any ideas?
After the interview all done and good picked for the position!! Physical and background check done. Waiting for background check results !!! 3 months still waiting !!!!! I’m not a criminal and clean.
I'm sorry you are experiencing such a long wait. This is not uncommon, unfortunately.
Did they give you a timeline for when they would make a decision?
Hopefully this video can provide some clarity on why it take so long sometimes - th-cam.com/video/R8B_w15-DWY/w-d-xo.html
Had a phone interview and received and email about an in-person interview. During the in-person interview the manager was very informative. I thought the conversation went well. I followed up with a thank you interview letter via email. The hiring manager responded back to my thank you note. This was 6 days ago. Should I call to see what's the next steps or wait?
Thank you for visiting the Career Success Channel. Since it has been about two weeks from the last time you had communication with the hiring manager, it is a good time to reach out to the recruiter or hiring manager (since the hiring manager responded earlier). It is perfectly appropriate for you to request an update on the status of the hiring decision. Best wishes for your career success.
You're so cool honestly
Im still waiting on the call, they told me that they're going to reply to me within a week and today is the 6th day, but i have a good feeling about it cuz i knew that they reached out to my references and gave them a good vibe about me so im still waiting,it's very stressful but im praying and hoping for a job offer.....
Keep me posted! I'm wishing you all the good luck.
@@CareerSuccess i have great news honestly, i got an offer for this job and another one at the same time meaning i got 2 written offers nit just a call but 2 whole contracts, i ended up taking the latter, it was a difficult decision but a necessary one and i hope that i have made the right choice
@@khalilaraj3971 how is it going so far now? Update? :)
@@queenvic83 it's going great honestly, up until now it seems like i made the right choice, i know it's been only 3 months but damn it feels like it is longer lol, but to answer your question im really happy at my new job and very grateful, god is great, thanks for asking friend💚
This really help me.. I will update them about my application...its been 2weeks..since i send all the requiremnts they asked me..
I'm glad you found this helpful. I encourage you to follow up. Best of luck to you!
Love your helpful tips!
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I had an interview 2 weeks ago by a recruiter. I then moved up another step the following week and had a meeting with the team. After that interview, the recruiter got back to me the following day to have another interview to talk to the hiring manager/account director. I asked in the interview what the next steps would be at the ned of the interview and the director stated he has other interviews for other positions throughout the week and I should expect to hear something in 1 to maybe 2 weeks. My interview was on Tuesday and I sent a thank you email to the account director. I am still waiting to hear from the recruiter (3 days later) Should I email the recruiter on Monday/Tuesday for a follow up? I am determined to get this role as it would be a major carer highlight. Thank you for all of your insight!
Thank you so much for visiting the Career Channel. Your suggestion for following up directly with the recruiter, is one that I believe is a great approach. Please let him/her know of your strong interest in the role, as a part of your communication to the. Best regards.
Hello sister I had interview 2 weeks ago and the manager promise to call the following week still no call can I call
Yes, you can. I would call first and leave a voicemail if needed. In the voicemail, share that you are going to follow up via email in case emails reach them faster.
Hi, I was first interviewed on 17th March and I forgot to ask the date I should expect to hear from them. After a week, I sent a follow-up email and received a mail to meet Senior Managers on April 6th. I was interviewed with CEO and Vice President Sales and also asked for the timeline. This time she said I will get the decision on April 9th; however, I am still awaiting it.FYI, they sent me the PIBA assessment post-interview and called my one reference the same day of the interview; however, my second reference got a call from HR but didn't pick. My second reference has called back twice but HR didn't pick up and he sent a good voice mail. My first reference gave positive feedback though.
What should I do in this case?
It sounds like you have had a very positive experience thus far! When considering hiring timelines there are several factors to consider, Hiring Managers are working on projects, day-to-day tasks or could even be out of the office on time off. The same goes for other decision makers like HR and the CEO or VP. Often times, it takes multiple decision makers to approve the hiring decision and salary before an offer can be extended.
Additionally, companies are responsible for considering all qualified applicants. Due to candidate and manager interview availability this could also delay the process.
In regard to the reference call from HR; consider there may be multiple positions and candidates that HR is supporting, causing delay in calling back a reference.
I know your eager and excited to hear a decision. My advice would be to check back directly with your HR point of contact via email on Monday, April 19th. After making this contact the ball is in their court to follow up with you and I would wait to hear back.
Good day
I trust you are well and healthy.
I would like to ask for advise.
I followed up on an interview and I was told the process is still on going .
Now it is a month long and I have not yet gotten a feedback.
Should is email again? and if so ,how politely should I go about it.
Regards
Sydney
Hello and thank you for visiting the Career Success Channel. It is certainly appropriate to follow up with the organization, ask for the status of your application and when a hiring decision will be made. All the best to you with your job search.
I had an interview on last Monday via Zoom, the interviewer told me that they will get back to me, but did not mention any deadline.
Should I follow up on a WhatsApp text to the person in charge that help me to arrange the interview?
Please do let me know.
Thank you & have a great day.
Hi there and thank you for commenting. I would follow up via Zoom, unless you and the recruiter have already established an open line of communication via WhatsApp.
The position by which I hold now I was sent a message but I don't know the one am seeking which way wiĺl they use i believe it was a fantastic interview
Keep me posted!
Am still waiting madam
Hello! I had final interview last June 22 with the IT Head and I think I did pretty well. I sent them thank you email and got a response in less than an hour saying they are very keen to proceed to next step then asked for some documents. They said they will get back on me in 1-2 weeks. Last June 27, they sent me an email saying that she has prepared the offer and is pending approval and will get back on me 1-2 days max. They did not get back at me, so I sent a follow up email and said “we are still pending final approval from the bosses” without any timeline this time. Do you think this is just a bluff? I was looking for other jobs and was surprised to see the same post I applied on from them on a different site 2 days after my final interview. Is this a bad thing? Thanks!
Hello I am sorry for the experience you had which has led to confusion and no final offer. It is difficult for me to say what happened from the outside looking in. However, given that you were promised an offer, you have a right to know the status of you as a potential candidate. I would put a call into the HR department with a request to gain more specific knowledge. All the best, and thanks for stopping by to share with us at the Career Success Channel.
I recently had an interview but the manager never told me when I’d hear from them. I didn’t even think about asking at that moment.
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What I usually ask which I find perfectly acceptable is "So when would you be making your decision" that gives you a timeframe also
I receive call from them she ask me 2 question after she send thank you so can i call back to now the date for interview??? Please reply to me
Hello and thanks for visiting the Career Success Channel. I am a little unclear on your question, but I will take a chance to respond. It looks like you received a call from a company that you want to interview with or one that you have completed a first interview. If your question is whether you can call back to determine when the next interview is, that is certainly something that you should feel comfortable with. Reach out and ask when you can determine if you will be scheduled for a second interview. If you have not had an interview yet, you can still reach out to ask when a decision will be made to schedule interviews for the role you are interested in. Best of luck.
I interviewed for an internal position two weeks ago as of yesterday and I completely forgot to write a thank you email. I was told in the interview they were looking to make a decision in a week or two and I'm confident I'll eventually get the offer based on my qualifications and how the interview went. We were scheduled for a 30 minute interview and it lasted just about 90 minutes. Should I follow up with HR or the hiring the manager? Since I wasn't given a firm day they were looking to make a decision, but rather a general timeframe of a week or two, should I follow up today or on Tuesday since Monday is a holiday?
I recommend following up with your HR contact. HR/Recruiters are lopped into the process and know where all candidates stand. I would go ahead and send your follow up email this week. Hopefully you hear some good news soon! Thank you for watching the Career Success Channel.
Hey I commented on one of your other videos. I had 2 interviews and they both went well. I’m just waiting to get called for the 3rd which will basically mean I got the job because he told me last time that will be the paperwork. I called today to follow up and the guy who answered the phone told me he would call either today or tomorrow if he wants me to have a 3rd interview. The first interview I got the second one the same day so I’m a little disappointed.
Hi Jennifer! I just reached out to my potential employer for a follow-up with the template you gave, and he said “we are at the back end of the process and will be able to revert to you soon.” Do I follow up again in a weeks’ time or do I trust that he will indeed revert? And what does the “back end of the process”exactly mean? 😅 thank you so much! :-)
It likely means that they are finishing up the hiring process and interviewing the last few candidates. I would still follow up in a standard two weeks to check on your status. Next time some shares that they will follow up with you “soon” ask them then whether it would be alright to check back in in 2-3 weeks if you’ve not heard anything by that point. Try and get clearer deadlines. Good luck to you.
@@CareerSuccess Hi Jennifer! Not sure if you read replies but I just wanted to share with u that the HR manager has gotten back to me a week after this and extended the offer to me! Thank you so much for your videos on interviewing and post-interview tips, really gave me some confidence helped me a lot, I really appreciate them! Hope you continue making these videos and stay happy while doing so! 😊💕
I have done steps 1 and 2 and even followed up with e-mails and got no response this was after the owner I had met with even said to me "Well think about it" which I never heard anyone say to me before....I left a message with that person, and he never even returned my phone call....I appreciate your advice, but I've been out of work a long time and I've been through it all!!!
I'm sorry to hear this. It can be a frustrating process, I understand.
This video is very helpful thank you! Would it be okay if I were to ask if I’m hired when they ask me if i have any questions?
Though I like your courage, I would avoid asking that question. Rather, ask - "is there anything I've said (or did not say) that would leave you feeling less than 100% confident that I'm the right person for this role?" You want to move away from yes/no answers to more open feedback so that you are able to close the gaps on your end.
@@CareerSuccess welp I got the job on the spot and I start tomorrow lol
Hi Jennifer,
I interviewed for a tech company two weeks ago and it went well. They even told me that they wanted to speak to me more and have me speak to the team. I waited a couple days and asked the recruiter what are next steps. They said they’ll talk to the team and let me know. It’s been a week and a half now and haven’t heard back. Should I follow up again or is that annoying? It’s a popular company and I’m sure it’s competitive. But I let the recruiter know in our first phone interview that I had another offer and need to expedite the process. Did they forget?
Great question. This is a common area of concern for actively interviewing candidates.
I wouldn't say they forgot, I would say it's an indication they are going in a lot of directions and have other candidates to consider before making a decision. Typical interview consideration takes multi weeks. Hiring Managers and HR support, day-to-day tasks, additional projects and time away from the office. Just because you haven't heard back after a week and a half doesn't mean you are no longer being considered. I would go ahead and follow up (if it's been another week since you last heard from them). I would also let them know the specific deadline that you have to make the offer. If nothing happens from there, then as a Recruiter, my advice if you have a strong offer that appeals to you, you accept it. An offer in hand is better then not receiving one at all. You also don't want to leave this other company hanging for the possibility of another offer. That's not the best way to start a new position. If you decide to take this offer, send a follow up email to the other company withdrawing from the process.
I had an interview last week, I think it went great. After a week, I sent a follow up email and they responded a few minutes later saying that because of what is going on with the Covid, the recruiting is put on hold at the moment, they will check into my application when they start the process again. Do you think that means I didn't get the job and they were just being polite?
Covid has caused many delays and the loss of positions throughout many organizations. With that being said, I would take what they say as a direct statement of next steps. In other words, they are putting the position on hold and will check back in with you when it is no longer on hold. So, it doesn't mean you did not get the job at all. It means you did not get it YET. I do recommend following up in a month or two if you are still interested in the position. I hope this helps!
Hi. Is it alright to include the following in a follow up email?
- clarification/explanation to what you've said in the interview.
- Your age and how It would not affect your performance.
- further self build up.
Oh, do you have an answer or do I need to send a follow up email for you to answer my question? LOL
Hilarious. Touche. Sorry for the delay. You may no longer need the answer, but here it is just in case. :-) I would not recommend following this approach. Whenever you begin talking about age, for instance, it just becomes an unnecessary distraction and takes away from their focus on your qualifications. Check out this video because it gives you my thoughts on exactly what to include when you follow up: th-cam.com/video/JGsGyDoMv5E/w-d-xo.html
@@CareerSuccess Oh thank you! Took a long while but it's alright.
@@wilcals5294 --> What did you wind up doing and how did it turn out?
@@CareerSuccess already sent a standard follow up email before I even asked this question. just got curious. No response though. lol
Hi Jennifer I went on a Interview and still haven’t received a call by yet .I don’t know what to say if I call back for a follow up . What should I say ?
You can say, "I was calling to check the status of this position. In particular, am I still being considered?"
I already called after 2 weeks, and the receptionist answered and indicated that if i hadnt heard from them then it means they aren't ready.
Should i call again?
Thank you for the question and watching the, "Follow up after an Interview" video. If it's been another 5-7 business days since your phone call I would send an email to the HR point of contact asking where your resume/application stands in the process for consideration. You could call again as well, however, I would recommend speaking directly to the point of contact instead of the receptionist.
Hi, in the interview (Friday 7th May) the hiring manager said I would hear back the following week. The recruiter then sent me an email on Weds 12th May stating that the panel were going to review the outcomes (there was also an assessment) and they had a difficult decision to make ahead - She stated that I should expect an update in two weeks. I'm now reaching the tail end of that two weeks finishing this week on Wednesday. I plan to follow up on Thursday if I hear nothing by Weds. I would love to get this job so much and worked really hard in the interview - I'm just super stressed waiting for the outcome. Do you think there is anything else I should do at this point? Great video btw :)
Thank you so much for the compliment. I'm glad you enjoyed this video!
I think your plan, "To follow up by Thursday" is a great idea. The process can be difficult and it sounds like the panel is working very thoroughly to make the best decision. Great question by the way.
@@CareerSuccess Thank you for replying! I found out that I was unsuccessful yesterday but was their 2nd preferred candidate. Their loss I guess. There will be other opportunities anyway. Thank you again :)
What do you think about digital interviews. I was offered one and it seemed so cold and wasn't giving me a chance to meet the potential employer
Thanks for your question/comment. The challenge right now is that some employers are still learning how to interview virtually. Regardless of what I think about these types of interviews, it doesn't change the fact that they are necessary to master in 2020 during a pandemic. To master a virtual interview, I would recommend these four tips: (1) make sure that you've practiced and feel comfortable with the technology. There's nothing like having technical issues to throw you off and distract you during your interview, (2) still dress the way you would for an in person interview, (3) make sure all distractions around you (including décor) are minimized so that the interviewer can only focus on you, and (4) pay attention to your non-verbal signals. If you want the interviewer to see you as engaged, then you will need to be intentional about showing it during the interview even if it means leaning in physically to the camera.
We can also sent a Thank You letter by the mail
So I had my final Panel interview, I sent a thank you email as well and the recruiter replied thanking me and letting me know that they’re making final decisions on Friday and they’ll reach out to me ASAP is that a good sign?
Hi there! I am proud of you for following up. It is always a good sign when the recruiter is clear with their communication. Did you receive a decision?
@@CareerSuccess The recruiter reached out but I was not picked to move on further, although they mentioned that I bring a lot to the table.
I had an interview via Zoom and the hiring manager said he’s going to forward my application to the HR and they’re going to call me.. but no date and no time.. is it ok to follow up or just keep waiting?
That's exciting news! Kudos to you. Yes, if you've not heard back from them within a week, I would follow up asking if there is a day you can anticipate hearing from HR, rather than asking about the status of your application because you already know that answer.
Question? Following these suggestions does not make you look desperate to recruiter?
I had a hospital interview this past Thursday and I sent a follow up email like 3 hours after my interview.... And I haven't heard back from my recruiter and it's been a week so should I send a second follow up email???
Did they give you a time frame of when they would be making a decision?
I say to follow-up a week after that deadline. In this video I outline what to say.
I also suggest watching these two videos as well on why you may not have heard back yet - th-cam.com/video/unaUvfDwQK0/w-d-xo.html - & how long it can take -th-cam.com/video/fzd2OSPptnk/w-d-xo.html
Let me know if you have other questions & keep me posted.
India Dixon lol. I’ve been waiting for 3 months !!!
Is it wise to tell a recruiter that you have another job offer if it's genuine?
Do you mean another job offer? If so, that makes you competitive and it is a good idea to convey that to your recruiter/interviewer.
I recently had an interview , i followed up with the HR regarding my status they stated that “They are interviewing other candidates over new few weeks” .
So my question is when do i need to follow up again ,as they did not mention any specific deadline
Hi Syed - Yes, there is nothing wrong with following up for a second time and asking about a specific timeline. Keep me posted!
Career Success -I follower with then again and they told me that they are still interviewing other candidates and have not made a decision yet,this would be my 2nd follow up email which I had mail them
@@thameem94 Come on give it up they're not interested....MOVE ON!!!
@@dianewagner3567 lol
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What if you don't know who the hiring manager is?
After your hiring manager interview, you can send a quick email to your point of contact (Recruiter or Human Resources), with a thank you and ask they forward to manager on your behalf.
What's your opinion on 'thank you' emails?
I think they are a great idea. How long has it been since your interview?
When I found the video it had been past 2 days. I decided not to do it. I felt as though I should've sent it by the next day.
I had an interview and they told me they would contact me at the end of the week and I got no response. So I sent an email that following Monday. Week later no response. Should I give them a call?
I’ve been applying other places but I would just LOVE to work there
Hi Melanie. I would give them another follow-up to ask about a timeline. You can express your need to know due to other job opportunities as well.
Career Success should I call or send other email?
Come on really???? Take the hint..job was probably already filled or they're not interested
@@dianewagner3567 I got the job 😊
I got an interview, I went to the interview and the hiring manager told me he will contact me on Tuesday of last week. I got an email said I got hired on that same Tuesday that I was supposed to get a call and the email said wait for your hiring manager to contact you. It has been about 5 days after that, should I give them a call to see what my status is or when I can come in on my first day of training/orientation? Let me know!
Thank you for the question. Yes, I would absolutely recommend responding to the email asking for a start date and letting them know you haven't heard from the hiring manager as of yet. Thank you for watching.
What if you don’t have the phone number
What contact information do you have? Recruiter email? Hiring manager email? Those will work!