Waiting in hopes of a job offer...

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17 years ago 04/30/2007 4:39pm EDT

I am in the midst of a job search and was hoping to get the advice/input from some more seasoned folk.

I am set to finish grad school (masters at top ranked ivy) and am nervously waiting by my phone. I recently had a final round interview with a company where I met 4 of their senior-level staff. The interview went very well and there were some strongly positive and affirming comments from each. My main contact person, when asked about the time line, replied that I would hear "shortly" and he anticipated "by the end of the week". The end of the week was Friday and no call today.

I completely understand that these things take time and it only seems like it is taking forever on my end. Also, for the sake of reference, this is a growing company that is engaging in mulitple hires.

When should I anticipate a call (ball park)? When (if at all) should I call to follow up and confirm my interest in the position?

Thanks for any help and if anyone has advice I would love to hear it.

17 years ago 04/30/2007 4:43pm EDT

re: nerrrvous

I am currently in the same situation..it's been 5 working days. It was my 2nd interview so I was hoping to hear back at least in 3 days but haven't...the job search sucks

17 years ago 04/30/2007 5:09pm EDT

re: nerrrvous

In my experience companies always call later than what they had previously told me. I got the offer at my current job about 4 weeks after I was supposed to hear from them...and declined 2 other jobs in the meantime! I was nervous about it, but I followed my instinct. My family and friends told me I was crazy ("you are optimistic, not realistic," "you should accept this other job then quit if you get the other one," etc.)

Every time I had a good feeling about a job interview, I got the job. But you have to wait graciously.

I'm really glad I was patient since my new job is awesome and very well paid (+100K).

17 years ago 04/30/2007 5:14pm EDT

re: registered name

registered name wrote:
In my experience companies always call later than what they had previously told me. I got the offer at my current job about 4 weeks after I was supposed to hear from them...and declined 2 other jobs in the meantime! I was nervous about it, but I followed my instinct. My family and friends told me I was crazy ("you are optimistic, not realistic," "you should accept this other job then quit if you get the other one," etc.)
Every time I had a good feeling about a job interview, I got the job. But you have to wait graciously.
I'm really glad I was patient since my new job is awesome and very well paid (+100K).

Stupid (and if not stupid, most likely bullshit) advice here.

One of the biggest hangups for recruiting staff is reference checking and offer-letter writing. The paperwork can tie things up substantially in this department, i would not be too worried. Chances are they've decided one way or another by now, it just needs to be communicated to you.

Send them an email if you have yet to hear by the end of this week (send middle of day Thursday, for a chance at a Friday receipt so you don't go the weekend in wonder).

17 years ago 04/30/2007 5:38pm EDT

re: job_search

You're the one who's stupid.Sometimes a recruiter:- doesn't need someone to start working immediately- wants to meet with other candidates - is busy finalizing job specifics with staff- has other things to do You have no idea what his priorities are.

job_search wrote:
Stupid (and if not stupid, most likely bullshit) advice here.
One of the biggest hangups for recruiting staff is reference checking and offer-letter writing.

17 years ago 04/30/2007 7:21pm EDT

re: nerrrvous

17 years ago 04/30/2007 9:00pm EDT

re: nerrrvous

I hope you get the job.. but it doesn't hurt to keep looking.. call them (or e-mail) in a few days..

17 years ago 04/30/2007 9:22pm EDT

re: Arthur_

We have more things to do than just hire people.

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