After applying, silence can be nerve-wracking, but a smart follow-up can revive a stalled application. Timing and tone are everything.
Wait the right amount
Give recruiters about a week before following up; too soon reads as impatient, too late and the role may be filled.
Keep it short and useful
A brief note reaffirming your interest and fit, not just 'any update?', gives the recruiter a reason to re-engage.
Quick tips
- Wait about a week before following up
- Keep the message short and polite
- Reaffirm your interest and fit
- Follow up at most twice
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