23 JUL 2008 Article Index / Job Interview Advice / More job interview tips and advice

Waiting By The Phone Won't Make it Ring

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Waitingby Carole Martin

Summary

  • Should you worry about not receiving a promised call?
  • Script your follow-up.
  • Pestering versus persistence: There is a difference.

Not getting a follow-up call, as promised, happens more than you think. Candidates are sure they are a certainty for the position, they're expecting an offer. Then, they hear nothing. This is not only frustrating for the candidate, but reflects poorly on the company.

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