Resume Follow Up Call

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Job Search Ideas January 28, 2021

Resume Follow Up Call

How to Follow Up After Sending Your Resume

Following up after submitting your resume is a crucial step in the job search process. Many candidates hesitate, unsure of what to say or when to reach out. A professional, well-timed follow-up can help you stand out, demonstrate initiative, and potentially accelerate the hiring process. Below, you'll find guidance, structure, and a proven script to help you confidently make your resume follow-up call.

Why Resume Follow-Ups Matter

A strategic follow-up shows employers that you are genuinely interested in the position and proactive about your career. Whether you sent your resume through a job posting, a referral, or directly to a hiring manager, reaching out can help ensure your application is not overlooked. 

Resume Follow-Up Call Script and Steps

Following a structured follow-up process shows professionalism and reinforces your interest in the role. Before making contact, review your original application, confirm the correct hiring manager, and prepare a concise value statement.

Many job seekers use this step in addition to hiring professional resume help or job search assistance to boost response rates. A clear, confident follow-up is often what moves your application forward.

The suggestions below outline how to prepare, when to follow up, and exactly what to say.

1. When and How to Follow Up After Sending Your Resume

You have sent your resume in response to a particular job advertisement and you are interested in the job, but you are not sure how to follow up, what to say, or even when to follow up. Use the script below  to follow up after sending a resume to see if interviews are being scheduled.

2. How to Prepare Yourself Before the Call

Know the name of the person you’re calling (and how to pronounce their name) or, if you only know the title of the person responsible for hiring, call the company’s general number and get the name (and pronunciation). You may even be able to look for the names of personnel online.

​Note: Consider an email as your first follow-up. If it’s been more than a week and you haven’t received a reply to your email follow-up, then consider calling.

3. Make the Call

Be prepared to leave a voicemail message if you don’t reach the person directly. Be sure to leave a phone number, but know that you may not get a callback. If you leave a voicemail, follow up 2-3 days later with an email.

Hi! My name is (your name).
 
[If you have a mutual connection or were referred to the position by someone specific, mention it. For example: “Jane Jones suggested that I speak with you.” People are more likely to take the time to talk to you if you mention a mutual friend or acquaintance, so always mention the common connection.]
 
Do you have a minute?
[If no: “When would be a good time for me to call back?”]
 
I submitted (my resume/an application) for the position of (name of job) on (date).
 
(Provide a one- or two-sentence summary of your qualifications and what you can offer to the company in this role.)
 
I wanted to make sure you had everything you need from me to consider me as a candidate for this position. And I wanted to ask if you have a date when you expect to start interviewing for this role.
 
[If yes: Thank you. I appreciate the opportunity to talk with you today.]
[If no: Is it okay if I check back with you in a (timeframe – for example, a week)?”

How it Might Sound

You: Hi! My name is Jim Adams. Our mutual friend, Jane Jones, suggested that I speak with you. Do you have a minute to talk right now?
 
Hiring Manager: Yes, but I have another call in 5 minutes, so I’ll have to make it quick.
 
You: I understand. This will only take a minute or two. I submitted my resume for the Public Relations Specialist role last Tuesday. I’m currently working for Acme PR and, as you require, I have 10 years of experience in pitching, account management, and media relations. I wanted to make sure you had everything you need from me to consider me as a candidate for this position. And I wondered if you have a date when you expect to start interviewing for this role.
 
Hiring Manager: No, we’re still accepting applications at this time. If you submitted your application online, I’m sure I have it, but if you want to send your resume to my email, you can do that too. My email is [email protected].
 
You: Ok. Would it be okay if I also check back with you again at the end of next week?
 
Hiring Manager: Sure.
 
You: Thank you, I’ll check back in on the 15th then and I’ll email you my resume. Thanks for the opportunity to talk with you today.

Final Thought

​Following up after sending your resume isn’t just a good practice; it’s a strategic advantage. Most candidates never follow up, which means your effort alone helps you rise above the crowd. When done professionally and respectfully, a follow-up call reinforces your interest, showcases your communication skills, and opens an opportunity for personal connection. Stay prepared, stay courteous, and stay proactive throughout your job search.

SOURCE: ​https://www.market-connections.net/blog/resume-follow-up-call

Mandy Fard

About The Author

Mandy Fard is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW, CMRW) and Recruiter with decades of experience in assisting job seekers, working directly with employers in multiple industries, and writing proven-effective resumes.