Cindy writes:
I have been reading your stuff on the internet and found it to be very helpful.
I have a question on what my approach should be next for a job I really would love to have. This is how the process has played out:
- 30-minute call with the recruiter
- 5-hour group interview with five key people
- Second interview with Global HR and second with two people I would work with as part of a team
The recruiter said he got great feedback after the first interview.
It has been 5 day’s since the second interview, and I have not heard anything back. I did not ask any of the interviewers when to expect a decision. Is it appropriate to contact the recruiter at this time? If so, should I be straightforward and ask it they have made a decision on the job and express my continued interest in the position? And if I get a voice mailbox, should I leave a message and follow-up with email?
The Career Doctor responds:
I would definitely contact the recruiter. I’d suggest being a little more subtle than asking if they’ve made a decision; rather, since you didn’t ask about the decision timeline in the interview, you can ask about the timeline when you call, and, as you say, express your continued interest. Yes, do leave a voicemail if the recruiter doesn’t answer personally. By the way, did you send thank-you notes after the interview?
