I submitted my resume, now what?
A mistake made by many college graduates who have never had to undertake the daunting task of getting a real job is simply allowing themselves to play the waiting game. After submitting a resume, too many prospective employees simply sit around by their cell phones or obsessively refresh their inboxes in hopes of getting an answer. In order to successfully navigate the well-populated job search waters an applicant must get away from this “the ball is in their court” mentality. This isn’t like asking an attractive acquaintance on a date and having her say she’ll think about it. Assuming you got the job listing from a credible source, you know the company at which you applied is actively looking for someone to fill the position. What they don’t know, or may not immediately recognize, is that you have the necessary skill-set to meet their needs. Follow up repeatedly. Don’t be afraid to call and leave messages or send emails to further inquire about the status of their employee search. Unlike courting members of the opposite sex, persistence in the job hunt comes off as determined and motivated, whereas in the dating world might come off as creepy or lead to a restraining order in extreme cases. Remember, the job hunt is an active endeavor. Read more