When looking for jobs, it’s not uncommon to not hear back after applying — for weeks or at all — even if you have the desired skills and capabilities. At that stage in the process, it’s possible your resume won’t even be looked at. But what if you do get that call back, then experience silence during the interview process? It’s nerve-wracking, but the good news is that silence doesn’t always mean rejection. Here are the common reasons for silence after interviews and what to do if it happens.
So You Haven’t Heard Back After a Job Interview…
Silence doesn’t necessarily mean rejection.
July 01, 2022
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Summary.
You applied for a job and actually heard back from the recruiter. Not only that, you’ve made it to the first step of the interview process: the recruiter screen. What should you do if you’re met with silence after that interview, or even later in the process? The good news is that silence doesn’t always mean rejection. The author presents common reasons you might hear crickets after interviewing — and what to do about it.