Cutomer question on: when to followup after a job interview

I do get very nervous and don’t seem to answer the question fully or to there satisfaction.

I ‘m currently living in Northern Ireland. 

Last week I had an interview for a secretarial job and I have heard nothing back from the company.  Should I wait a little longer or phone them and inquire what the situation is?  Bearing in mind it took them 6 months to contact me for the interview.

-Moira

Don’s answer to following up after a job interview

During the interview, I like to ask “when do you plan on making decision?”  This way, I’ll know when to follow-up with them without pressuring them.  If they say within 2 weeks, then I’ll wait 2-3 weeks before I follow-up.

But if it’s only been a week, you might want to wait a few more days and then follow-up with a phone call.  I personally like to follow-up with a phone call on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday around 9:00 AM. 

I think you have the best chance of catching them at their desk at these times.  Never follow-up on Monday or Friday.  Monday is too busy and Friday is to relaxed and they are thinking about the weekend and visiting their favorite pub.

Don