{"id":115,"date":"2020-05-08T10:00:37","date_gmt":"2020-05-08T10:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/blog\/?p=115"},"modified":"2020-05-05T17:50:10","modified_gmt":"2020-05-05T17:50:10","slug":"three-tips-for-following-up-after-submitting-a-resume","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/blog\/three-tips-for-following-up-after-submitting-a-resume\/","title":{"rendered":"Three Tips for Following Up After Submitting a Resume"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Insurance <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-116\" src=\"https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/May-Blog-1--300x157.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/May-Blog-1--300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/May-Blog-1--768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/May-Blog-1--1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/May-Blog-1-.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s say you found a job opportunity during your job search, and you\u2019re excited about it. It\u2019s everything you\u2019re looking for\u2014checks all the boxes in your \u201cperfect job\u201d list, the company sounds solid, and the benefits are good. So if you apply and don\u2019t hear back, it can be frustrating. Some companies will keep you informed of your status in their hiring process, while others do not.<\/p>\n<p>If this happens to you, what should you do? You don\u2019t want to sit back and not take action, because you\u2019re interested in the job, but you don\u2019t know exactly what your next step should be.<\/p>\n<h2>Send an email<\/h2>\n<p>If it\u2019s been two weeks since you\u2019ve applied and you haven\u2019t heard anything, you can simply send an email to check-in. You\u2019ll want to send it to the same email address to which you submitted your application unless you have the contact information of the hiring manager. Then, include the following in your message:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A clear subject line that includes the name of the position you\u2019ve applied to, as well as your name.<\/li>\n<li>A brief message about why you\u2019re interested in the job and why you think you\u2019d be a perfect fit. Keep it upbeat and courteous. Ask any questions you have about the job or the company.<\/li>\n<li>Lots of review and editing. This is your time to shine, so don\u2019t skimp on the review and editing process. Proofread, proofread, proofread before you hit send!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Make a phone call<\/h2>\n<p>After you send your email, if you still haven\u2019t heard back after another two weeks, you can try to call the company to inquire about your status. Look up contact information on the company website. If you can get to the front desk, you may be able to connect to the Human Resources department or even the department you\u2019ve applied to. If you get in touch with anyone, stay courteous, and to the point (just like in your email). Simply state that you\u2019re interested in the job (use the exact title) that\u2019s been posted, and you were wondering where they\u2019re at in the hiring process. Give them your name. If you need to leave a message, don\u2019t forget to leave your contact number, as well.<\/p>\n<h2>What if you still don\u2019t hear back?<\/h2>\n<p>If, after both steps, you still don\u2019t hear anything, it\u2019s safe to assume it\u2019s time to move on. And that\u2019s OK! The right job for you is out there\u2014don\u2019t give up!<\/p>\n<h2>Are you looking for a job in the insurance industry?<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re an insurance professional and you\u2019re looking for a new job, Insurancerecruiters.com can help. To learn more and review job openings, <a href=\"https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/main\/sendform\/4\/18\/3475\">visit us online<\/a> today!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/main\/sendform\/4\/18\/3472\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-81 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/599526_MWS-NationalInsuranceRecruitersAssociation_2a_121119.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/599526_MWS-NationalInsuranceRecruitersAssociation_2a_121119.jpg 600w, https:\/\/insurancerecruiters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/599526_MWS-NationalInsuranceRecruitersAssociation_2a_121119-300x100.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Insurance Let\u2019s say you found a job opportunity during your job search, and you\u2019re excited about it. 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