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What Should One Do After the Interview?

Posted by Cliff on from the impressing-HR dept.

FattyBoeBatty asks: "So I finally find the perfect company to work for. Unfortunately, they're only going to hire 3 out of the 200 people they're interviewing. So here's my question: I know there are a lot of slashdotters in charge of hiring - what post-interview actions do you like to see on the part of the interviewee? Is it possible for him/her to seem too enthusiastic about getting the job? How often should one call to inquire about the hiring process and re-express interest? What about mailing/emailing the company? Do you guys have any examples of when someone managed to stand out (or appeared too annoying)? I've never seen a question like this addressed in detail; I hope the Slashdot community can give me some sound advice."

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  1. Nothing, unless they're late getting back to you by renehollan · · Score: 3, Interesting
    First, you aced the interview, right. Right?

    Being on both sides of the interview fence, I find that those that are a clear cut above the rest get the offer, and soon. The decision is usually made the day of the interview. I've never waited more than 12 hours for a positive response.

    It used to be that you'd interview everyone and then pick. More recently (though this may have changed with the downturn), it's been, "If you like the guy let's make an offer" and move on to the next one if the offer is rejected.

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    You could've hired me.
  2. Re:irrelevant, just to nothing by Milican · · Score: 3, Interesting

    I think this is highly subjective, but I got my current job with a follow up call. Not a nagging once a week call, but one follow up call. I did very well in two interviews (I think) and the boss was quite excited at the conclusion of my second interview. However, after two - three weeks still no follow up call. Jealous that my roomies has gotten follow up calls I decided to make one of my own. Sure enough, they were happy to hear from me, apologized for not contacting me and I got the job :)

    I think the follow up call after a few weeks is essential and shows that you really are interested in the job. In addition, I believe it shows that you are not just blanketing the earth with resumes.

    JOhn

    JOhn

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    Campaign for Liberty
  3. hopefully you asked permission to follow-up by jeff67 · · Score: 2, Interesting

    Hopefully at the end of the interview you asked when you could expect to hear, and asked permission to follow up shortly after that if you didn't hear. If you didn't, telephone and tell the interviewer that you forgot to ask.

    Send a thank-you note stressing your intrest in the position and mentioning the dates discussed.