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How long should I wait to follow up with a phone call after I email a resume?


I emailed my resume a week ago to a potential employer and am wondering how long I should wait to follow up with a phone call to set up an interview. I really want to call now, but I don’t want to seem to desperate and pushy if I call too soon. I really would like to work with this company.
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  • Thumbelina  11:27 Feb 05, 2010 

    Usually give it day and follow up to make sure they received it, you don’t want to wait to long

  • Takgeyon  08:56 Feb 06, 2010 

    I’d call them now but that wont gaurantee anything. Lots of employers already know who they are going to fill the position with (friends, relative of a co worker).

  • misscaseyld07  17:31 Feb 08, 2010 

    A week is the perfect amount of time. Don’t ever feel like you are too pushy when trying to get a job. The more interest you show them, the more they know you will be dedicated and devote your time to them. Now don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying act pathetic and call them 24-7, but don’t let them forget about you. Definatley call them first thing in the morning! Oh and good luck!

  • Christina  07:39 Feb 11, 2010 

    You should call them after a few days! Don’t wait too long because you want them to know you are interested! My boyfriend is a recruiter and that’s what he always tell me!

  • Andrea R  09:39 Feb 12, 2010 

    ohh I would have followed up the next day to confirm that the fax was recieved. I would call now just to verify if the position is still open, and if so then see if they got the fax.

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