From the course: Expert Tips for Answering Common Interview Questions

How to handle radio silence after the interview

From the course: Expert Tips for Answering Common Interview Questions

How to handle radio silence after the interview

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(upbeat music) - Did you kill it at your last interview and leave just certain you'd be invited back? That's a great feeling, isn't it? But what happens if a week or two later you've heard nothing? Post-interview silence can send even the most confident job seeker into a tailspin, and nobody likes tailspins. So, try this simple follow-up formula that'll help you control the situation and look calm and confident along the way. First, as a rule, it's always smart to ask about potential next steps before you leave that meeting, and it's totally acceptable to ask what their timeframe is at the end of your interview. They'll probably say something like, well, we'll be wrapping up the first round next week Having that ballpark idea of their timing will allow you to relax until that deadline has passed. Next, send a quick email if they don't respond by that promise date or if you didn't ask about their timing in the first place. Give it about a week. Keep it light, maybe say something like, hey, I really enjoyed meeting last week. I've been thinking about your merger plan since we met. Could I provide any additional info to help with your decision process? There's a lot that can slow things down when it comes to hiring. They could be crazy busy. They might be disagreeing over the top candidates. Who knows? A non-pushy, yet confident note might help get things moving along. Now, if you don't get a response, see if you can get the inside scoop from someone working at that company. Getting a bit of intel about what's going on may not speed things up, but it could help you stay calm. Now, if you still have radio silence after another week or two, try one more follow-up, and then let it go. Hammering people with messages isn't going to help your case, and it actually may hurt your chances. Keep your cool, stay positive, and control the things that you can control. and control the things that you can control.

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