It sucks sitting around waiting to hear back from an interview.

[Jumpem]

:frown:

 

[KLin]

So do something while you wait.

 

[Red]

Eat, sleep, drink, play video games. Do anything to get your mind off it.

Good luck :beer:

 

[Anubis]

you have a right and/or left hand do you not?

 

[Jumpem]

Originally posted by: KLin
So do something while you wait.

I just finished a book on modern privacy, wrote a review of a database security essay, and studied for a finance test. I need to study for game theory but can't get my mind focused.

 

[Jumpem]

Originally posted by: Anubis
you have a right and/or left hand do you not?

Yes, why do you ask?

 

[EagleKeeper]

If you have not heard back within 3 days, contact your POC and ask for some feedback.

 

[JulesMaximus]

Assume the worst and keep looking for a job.

Edit-Never dwell on the things you didn't get or the opportunities missed or the mistakes you've made. Nothing good can come of this. Just move on and do better next time.

 

[dionx]

how long have you been waiting. for my current job, i got interviewed on a monday and had to wait till that friday to hear about the job offer. i just continued what i would normally do and didn't stress out about it.

 

[SZLiao214]

Originally posted by: Jumpem

Originally posted by: Anubis
you have a right and/or left hand do you not?

Yes, why do you ask?

:thumbsup: Lol, think think!

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: Jumpem

Originally posted by: Anubis
you have a right and/or left hand do you not?

Yes, why do you ask?

Because Anubis is busy cooking, taking pictures and needs assistance?

Duh!

 

[spidey07]

what are you talking about "hear something back from an interview"

The ball is in your court, not theirs.

I assume you have done what is expected:

1) Write hand written thank you letter highlighting what you discussed (from the notes you took)
2) Those thank you letters go to everyone you met during the interview.
3) Outlined the next steps - "I will contact you next week to follow up on possible opportunites and how I can assist you"
4) Also mentioned "in the meantime if you need a sounding board on what your trying to accomplish or just need a second opinion I'm more than happy to assist. Please feel free to contact me anytime at....."

The job goes to the one who wants it the most, not the "most qualified" candidate.

 

[Jumpem]

Originally posted by: dionx
how long have you been waiting. for my current job, i got interviewed on a monday and had to wait till that friday to hear about the job offer. i just continued what i would normally do and didn't stress out about it.

I interviewed last Thursday.

 

[Jumpem]

Originally posted by: spidey07
what are you talking about "hear something back from an interview"

The ball is in your court, not theirs.

I assume you have done what is expected:

1) Write hand written thank you letter highlighting what you discussed (from the notes you took)
2) Those thank you letters go to everyone you met during the interview.
3) Outlined the next steps - "I will contact you next week to follow up on possible opportunites and how I can assist you"
4) Also mentioned "in the meantime if you need a sounding board on what your trying to accomplish or just need a second opinion I'm more than happy to assist. Please feel free to contact me anytime at....."

The job goes to the one who wants it the most, not the "most qualified" candidate.

Is there a need for thankyou letters when they were making a decision right after I left? That's how I was told it was going to work.

 

[spidey07]

Originally posted by: Jumpem

Originally posted by: dionx
how long have you been waiting. for my current job, i got interviewed on a monday and had to wait till that friday to hear about the job offer. i just continued what i would normally do and didn't stress out about it.

I interviewed last Thursday.

did you send your thank yous?

Have you called?

Have you followed up?

If not then the job went to the candidate who did.

 

[Jumpem]

Originally posted by: spidey07

Originally posted by: Jumpem

Originally posted by: dionx
how long have you been waiting. for my current job, i got interviewed on a monday and had to wait till that friday to hear about the job offer. i just continued what i would normally do and didn't stress out about it.

I interviewed last Thursday.

did you send your thank yous?

Have you called?

Have you followed up?

If not then the job went to the candidate who did.

They said that they were making a decision right then. So I thought thankyou letters would be inappropriate. Did I screw up then?

 

[spidey07]

Originally posted by: Jumpem

Originally posted by: spidey07
what are you talking about "hear something back from an interview"

The ball is in your court, not theirs.

I assume you have done what is expected:

1) Write hand written thank you letter highlighting what you discussed (from the notes you took)
2) Those thank you letters go to everyone you met during the interview.
3) Outlined the next steps - "I will contact you next week to follow up on possible opportunites and how I can assist you"
4) Also mentioned "in the meantime if you need a sounding board on what your trying to accomplish or just need a second opinion I'm more than happy to assist. Please feel free to contact me anytime at....."

The job goes to the one who wants it the most, not the "most qualified" candidate.

Is there a need for thankyou letters when they were making a decision right after I left? That's how I was told it was going to work.

Look at it this way, it sure as heck makes a good impression and should be mailed right after an interview.

Picture it from the hiring manager's perspective:

Gee, I've got a lot on my plate and don't have the time to mull over this. WOW, I just got a thank you from this candidate I was interested in. Seems like he really wants to work here, he put forth the effort to write this and is willing to go the extra effort. I really want this guy on my team.

vs.

man, I really liked that guy I interviewed but never heard back from him. guess he really didn't want the job afterall. He probably thinks I should be calling him, well I don't think so...I've got better things to do than coddle somebody who doesn't follow proper protocol.

 

[Jumpem]

Originally posted by: spidey07
Look at it this way, it sure as heck makes a good impression and should be mailed right after an interview.

Picture it from the hiring manager's perspective:

Gee, I've got a lot on my plate and don't have the time to mull over this. WOW, I just got a thank you from this candidate I was interested in. Seems like he really wants to work here, he put forth the effort to write this and is willing to go the extra effort. I really want this guy on my team.

vs.

man, I really liked that guy I interviewed but never heard back from him. guess he really didn't want the job afterall. He probably thinks I should be calling him, well I don't think so...I've got better things to do than coddle somebody who doesn't follow proper protocol.

I understand that. I usually send them, but was told be two different people that a decision was being made that day. I didn't send them because a decision would have been made before they were received. Do you see what I mean?

 

[spidey07]

Originally posted by: Jumpem

Originally posted by: spidey07

Originally posted by: Jumpem

Originally posted by: dionx
how long have you been waiting. for my current job, i got interviewed on a monday and had to wait till that friday to hear about the job offer. i just continued what i would normally do and didn't stress out about it.

I interviewed last Thursday.

did you send your thank yous?

Have you called?

Have you followed up?

If not then the job went to the candidate who did.

They said that they were making a decision right then. So I thought thankyou letters would be inappropriate. Did I screw up then?

Well you'll never know until you call and follow up.

You're making a sale here, you are selling yourself.

Until you hear "we have chosen another candidate" or "thank you for applying, but" you're still in the running.

Now go get it, dammit!

 

[GoingUp]

Oh I know the feeling. It especially sucks if its a top choice of yours. Everytime you check your email you can feel the adrenaline start to pump! Good luck!

 

[Jumpem]

Originally posted by: spidey07
Well you'll never know until you call and follow up.

You're making a sale here, you are selling yourself.

Until you hear "we have chosen another candidate" or "thank you for applying, but" you're still in the running.

Now go get it, dammit!

Ok, what do you suggest I do tomorrow then?

I have contact information for their regional recruiter in NJ. I have names and positions of the three people I interviewed with in NY.

 

[spidey07]

Originally posted by: Jumpem

Originally posted by: spidey07
Look at it this way, it sure as heck makes a good impression and should be mailed right after an interview.

Picture it from the hiring manager's perspective:

Gee, I've got a lot on my plate and don't have the time to mull over this. WOW, I just got a thank you from this candidate I was interested in. Seems like he really wants to work here, he put forth the effort to write this and is willing to go the extra effort. I really want this guy on my team.

vs.

man, I really liked that guy I interviewed but never heard back from him. guess he really didn't want the job afterall. He probably thinks I should be calling him, well I don't think so...I've got better things to do than coddle somebody who doesn't follow proper protocol.

I understand that. I usually send them, but was told be two different people that a decision was being made that day. I didn't send them because a decision would have been made before they were received. Do you see what I mean?

yes, I see what you mean.

Lots of times this tactic is a test. A test to see if you really want it.

Here's another analogy:
I walk into a dealership for a new car, i shop around, I test drive (interview). Ther are a few that I like and will be making a decision soon (I tell the salesguy this to see how much he wants the sale and what he's willing to do for me)

one salesguy calls back and thanks me for my time and highlights what he can do to earn my business

one salasbuy does not and I never hear from him again.

who do you think will get my business?

 

[GoingUp]

You need to call them back and let them know that youre interested!

I just got a job with Daimler Chrysler and it was due to my persistance.

After my interviews I sent out thank yous to everyone. Then last week I sent out a letter to my recruiter telling him that Daimler was my top choice and that I was hoping to hear good news from them. On Friday Dec 3rd I got a rejection letter from them. I wrote the head of HR a nice Email explaining that I was disappointed and that I still thought I would be good for the job. I followed that Email up on Monday with a call that said the same thing and I expressed my strong desire to work for them.

They contacted me on Wednesday to let me know they changed their minds and were going to make me an offer. I got a call on Friday that the offer was in the mail. I had to pound down the door to get in the place, but it can be done! Make sure they know how much you really want the position.

 

[Jumpem]

Originally posted by: spidey07
yes, I see what you mean.

Lots of times this tactic is a test. A test to see if you really want it.

Here's another analogy:
I walk into a dealership for a new car, i shop around, I test drive (interview). Ther are a few that I like and will be making a decision soon (I tell the salesguy this to see how much he wants the sale and what he's willing to do for me)

one salesguy calls back and thanks me for my time and highlights what he can do to earn my business

one salasbuy does not and I never hear from him again.

who do you think will get my business?

Ah, I see. I'm trusting and take everything at face value. Should I attempt to get the ineterviewers email addresses, or should I mail them physical letters overnight tomorrow?

I have the building at the facility, but not perfect addresses for them.

 

[spidey07]

Originally posted by: Jumpem

Originally posted by: spidey07
Well you'll never know until you call and follow up.

You're making a sale here, you are selling yourself.

Until you hear "we have chosen another candidate" or "thank you for applying, but" you're still in the running.

Now go get it, dammit!

Ok, what do you suggest I do tomorrow then?

I have contact information for their regional recruiter in NJ. I have names and positions of the three people I interviewed with in NY.

You call, you leave a message, you write a thank you e-mail, and IMHO a already late hand written thank you.

Practice what you are going to say before you call:

1) Hi Mr. xxxx. I'm xxxxx and I can be reached at xxx-xxx-xxxx. Thanks for the interview on xxxx. I enjoyed hearing your requirements and the culture of you company. I'm very interrested in the position we talked about. If there is anything I can do to help please conact me at xxx-xxx-xxxx. Talk to you soon.