FRANK TALK ON CAREERS: Q: Sent Cover Letter and Didn't Get a Response...Call the Employer?

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Wednesday, March 23, 2005

Q: Sent Cover Letter and Didn't Get a Response...Call the Employer?

" ASK THE CAREER COACH" A column to answer your questions about job, careers, resumes and employment. QUESTION: I sent a resume and a cover letter to a company in response to an open position they had, but I have not heard back from them. Should I call them? How long should I wait and what should I say? ANSWER: Great question. Many people are hesitant to do follow ups because they feel they are being pests by calling. That is a myth. A key component of a pro-active job search is doing regular... Sign in to see full entry.

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