There are numerous times throughout your job search that provide opportunities for you to follow up. Think for a moment about the calls you return, the email messages you read or the mail you open. That will help you know WHAT to message to leave and what email or mail to send.
CALLS THAT WILL BE RETURNED
If your follow up call is asking for a "status report" or an "update", chances are you will not receive a returned call. Often hiring authorities have NOT reached a decision and have no time to provide updates to everyone they have interviewed. However, if you call and OFFER MORE INFORMATION, you may greatly enhance your chances of being called back. You need to show the hiring authority the BENEFIT they will enjoy by calling you. Make sure you leave the phone number you will answer - more than likely your cell phone number.
EMAIL MESSAGES THAT WILL BE READ
The subject line is the most important part of your email. Choose a subject line that shows the individual receiving the email why it benefits them to open your email. You don’t have to limit a subject line to two or three words. Think of a subject line that you would open and use that!
MAIL THAT WILL BE OPENED AND READ
Sending your follow up by mail dramatically increases the chances of your mail being read. Hand write the envelope and write "Personal & Confidential" in the lower left hand corner of the envelope. This decreases the chances of a secretary or assistant opening the envelope and sending your information to the HR Department. Make sure you have the correct name and spelling of the person you are addressing as well as their title. Remember, anything you send in writing is forming their opinion of your written communication skills.
Now might be a good time for you to follow up with the hiring authorities who have interviewed you since the first of the year not through an agency of course. They may have a new position available that could utilize your credentials. Too often, your credentials can get lost in their database even if you were the back-up person from their last hire. A strong follow up process will separate you from other job seekers and help you find a job!
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