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Question by Pheonix B: How long after an interview should I wait to hear from the company before I call them to check on my status?
Ok, so last Thursday I went to an interview for a company that is literally 10 minutes from my house. It is a perfect location since I go to school at night and I would be able to get there and to school easily. They had an open call for interviews from 1-3pm. There were 2 other people in the waiting room with me as I filled out the application. I interviewed with one HR person and she was very nice, and after going over my resume and my work experience, she said “if you have the time, I would like you to interview with someone else.” I said ok and she took me back to the main work area and handed me off to a second interviewer. At this point, I see one of the people that was in the waiting room with me, leaving already. I interview with the second person and he was nice also. We went over my work history and he had me read a script (this is a customer service position that requires a good speaking voice) and after that, he said that I had a good voice and said “if you have the time, I would like you to interview with my call center supervisor.” I’m like, ok sure. The Call Center Supervisor interviews me and somehow we get on the topic of fantasy football, video games releases and what makes customer service valuable. By this time its almost 3:30pm. We concluded the interview on a great note and he says that he will call all the candidates later to let them know yea or nay. I gave him a strong hand shake and went on my merry way, so all in all, the interview went well, at least I think so. So, I sent off a Thank you note to each of my interviewers and they should have gotten there Tuesday. Wed, I called to follow up but the woman I interviewed with first was out of town but they let me leave her a voice mail. So after all this, my question is, how long do I wait to hear from them or contact again??? Should I follow up on Monday morning? I do not want to seem too persistent or pushy, but I really want this job. It is just about perfect in every way for me, but I feel I have done all I can to try to make myself stand out. I do not want to go overboard, but what is the next course of action? Any suggestions??? All answers appreciated, snide comments will be ignored. I have been homeless, pulled myself out of the gutter only to be out of work for almost 2 years and just want to get back into the work force doing what I do best,customer service, and I have found a company that is not outsourcing its work. I just need some sound advice on getting a job right now. Thanks people….^_^

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Answer by Milton
You sound like the kind of person I would hire in a flash! You already have a good plan. Wait until Monday and then call. They make promises at interviews they have no intention of keeping so do not be too disappointed if you don’t get the job. Sometimes, a gentle push at the right moment does get you the job so call and ask if a decision has been made on hiring for that position. What is the worst that could happen? You don’t have the job now so the worst that could happen is you won’t have th job after the call. But, the best that can happen is that you will be hired so go for it! And best of luck. You sound like a real asset to any company smart enough to hire you.

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