You applied for the job, sent in your resume. Don’t just click and wait. Take the following steps up to ensure you get that interview:
- Did you submit your resume through a job board? Look at the company’s website, is there another email address to send your resume to? careers@xxxx, hr@xxx. Send a follow up email, saying that you also applied through YYY, re-state your interest in the role and ask about next steps.
- Search on the company’s website to see if in their About page you can find the relevant manager to reach out to via email or LinkedIn.
- Search LinkedIn, find the hiring manager or recruiting manager. Send them a message and introduce yourself. Look to see if you have common connections, or know people at the company that can either connect you with the recruiter or hiring manger or even better give you a referral.
- By doing all of this you are demonstrating your determination and follow up skills. Sales people should especially make sure follow these steps to demonstrate the skills required to perform their role.
Recruiters and hiring managers like to see your enthusiasm and interest in the job. Always:
- Attach your resume
- Be polite
- Do not overdo it
If your resume did not get through the ATS – Automatic Tracking Systems – reaching out from multiple sources will also ensure that it makes it to the recruiter’s or hiring manager’s desk.
This follow up will greatly increase your chances of getting an interview.