Is it okay to follow up?

Anonymous

June 3,2022 at 12:40AM UTC

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Is it okay to follow up?

I sent a thank you email to the recruiter who interviewed me. We both seemed excited about the conversation in terms of fit for the role. She responded immediately last Thursday and said she presented my info to the hiring manager and would get back to me with next steps. It's a week later. Is it okay for me to send an email tomorrow checking on the status of next steps? Hard not to assume the worst. Thank you for your input!

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AnonymousJune 3,2022 at 1:09AM UTC
I have done it, however most often then not I do not hear back. Keep your options open. My last job I reached out to the recruiter for followup and ended up getting the job.
AnonymousJune 3,2022 at 1:14AM UTC
In a word - YES! Sometimes recruiters can fail to follow up for a number of reasons (including waiting to hear back from the hiring manager), but take the radio silence in stride and absolutely follow up. Expressing interest, persistence and staying positive could make the difference between you and other applicants.
Something simple like, "Hi (name), I hope you having a good week. I'm following up to see when to expect to hear back about next steps for the (name of role) role. Thanks!"
Hope this helps!
Sabrina CortesJune 3,2022 at 2:42AM UTC
Yes, I'd definitely follow up on this asap and do so again in 3-4 days if you don't hear back.
This keeps the lines of communication open and lets them know that you're still interested in the position.
Congrats on the interview and wishing you ALL the best!
Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistJune 3,2022 at 5:11AM UTC
Yes - I would definitely follow up. People may have been out because of the holiday weekend.
Doris AppelbaumJune 4,2022 at 8:04PM UTC
Be casual, not desperate.