What are your thoughts about this message from a company wrt a position applied 2 months ago?

12 Comments

1. JJApril 28,2022 at 7:57PM UTC

   I understand that companies are feeling a huge burden. I have had to sift through hundreds of resumes so being able to eliminate people or move them up in the line seems reasonable. It does not feel good, but it seems reasonable.

2. Barb HansenApril 28,2022 at 8:15PM UTC

   I don't think there is anything wrong with this email, in fact, I think it's pretty good.

   I would rather get this email than never hear back from a company and be left wondering what happened to my application.

3. AnonymousApril 28,2022 at 8:53PM UTC

   This is easy: if you’re still looking and interested, reply to this email. If not, decline. I’d also be appreciative that they were candid about the timing of this process.

4. Cyndi RosenblattApril 28,2022 at 9:02PM UTC

   Had something similar once - a posted job didn't move forward, received a "still interested?" message a month or two later. I got the job and it led to bigger and better things. Expect to retire from that same company. I don't see this as a red flag at all.

5. AnonymousApril 28,2022 at 9:35PM UTC

   I think it's a good thing they sent this, first they are being transparent, providing an update on the search and that's respectable. Most company don't even follow up after you respond one way or another.

   It's strategic on their part because they can weed out people who have taken another opportunity or are no longer interested for another reason.

6. Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistApril 28,2022 at 10:59PM UTC

   Regarding what, specifically?

7. Barbara MoserApril 29,2022 at 12:37PM UTC

   Sounds like they are trying to catch up and don’t want to waste time with people that have already found a new position.

   Great opportunity to reply and give a brief outline why you are a good fit. Also attach your resume and cover letter to your reply, for their convenience. It’s always good to take advance of an opportunity to communicate beyond the application process.

8. Alexis GladstoneApril 29,2022 at 12:38PM UTC

   I love the fact they communicated and are being transparent. So many posts are about being ghosted in the application and/or interview process.

   I would let them know if you're still interested. You never know where something might lead!

   Good luck.

9. Annetta MosesApril 30,2022 at 9:09AM UTC

   I think it's great that the company is providing status on your application. If you are still interested, let the company know.

   Good luck.

10. Deb AllenMay 2,2022 at 3:14PM UTC

    As a corporate recruiter I would have dropped that last part. It is fine to ask if you are still interested in pursuing, but I think they could have written the rest of that question a little better. It sounds like they are trying to be transparent with the staff they have.

11. AnonymousMay 2,2022 at 6:11PM UTC

    Thanks Deb. I also think they could’ve drop that last part. As much as this is good communication keeping me informed, that last part undermines the message. Almost giving me the impression, someone was indeed hired, didn’t work out and now seeing if the applied candidates are still interested. TMI which isn’t really needed.

12. Joanna PoeMay 3,2022 at 10:33PM UTC

    I'd have worded it differently, but I always appreciate a status update - it's way better than being ghosted.

    Politely reply to indicate continued interest and see what happens, or tell them you've moved on and so can they.