Should I follow up after sending in writing samples?

Anonymous

February 22,2023 at 2:17PM UTC

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Should I follow up after sending in writing samples?

I recently interviewed with a recruiter, and she asked that I send her a few writing samples before Monday. I sent them over on Sunday and haven't heard if she received them or needed anything else. She planned to compile the samples/applications for the open position on Monday and send them to the hiring manager. I don't want to seem too pushy, but I want to make sure she saw them come through.

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AnonymousFebruary 22,2023 at 3:27PM UTC
Since Monday was a holiday for most, business really slowed down. I think following up today or tomorrow would be appropriate
AnonymousFebruary 26,2023 at 6:33PM UTC
I would give it a few days and contact her end of week or next week
AnonymousFebruary 27,2023 at 6:48PM UTC
I would wait till Wednesday and if you hear nothing send a polite note asking if she can confirm the receipt of them and ask for the timeline for a return on their interest in moving you forward. I hope you made the content into a PDF that cannot be copied so they do not use your content as their own. Good luck.
AnonymousMarch 6,2023 at 3:12PM UTC
You should politely follow up. There is no harm in that and it shows continued interest. Good luck!