Ever submit a job application into the ether of the internet and subsequently hear nothing about it in the days, weeks, or even months to follow? If so, you’re in good company—both with having that ...

After submitting a job application, it can be difficult to patiently wait for a response from the hiring manager. You’ve spent hours perfecting your resume and tailoring your cover letter, and now ...

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One of the toughest parts of a job-search journey is often waiting to hear back from a company after an interview or interviews. The countless instances of checking emails or hoping for phone calls ...

Hello. I wanted to follow up on my letter and resume, mailed a few weeks ago, to ensure you received them. I have been doing a great deal of research on your company and am very interested in joining ...

What is the recommended practice for following up on a position that you applied to electronically?<BR><BR>I came across a position listed on a company website and I applied to it via their craptastic ...

I had an interview for a sales management position during the first week of January. Since then, I’ve sent two follow-up emails. One was to thank the human resources representative for their time and ...

In the competitive landscape of job hunting, the period following an interview is crucial. A well-crafted follow-up email not ...

Dear Sam: I applied online for a position I thought was perfect for my background. In addition, I sent a copy of my resume to the VP of Operations via Priority Mail. Ten days later, I sent the ...