Hello There,
Often times, after applying for a job position and fulfilling all the requirements that were enlisted to be eligible, you do not get a response from the company. This usually leaves you more confused than you started off and then further discourages you from applying to other vacant positions at other companies. This should not be the case.
If you are worried and wondering why your application was mysteriously swallowed up by a non-existent black hole, you are not alone. Several job seekers report this same complaint time and again. We are not just here to acknowledge the presence of the problem, but also to proffer effective tips that would help you solve this age long problem.
These reasons have been ranked the top reasons employers and recruiters remain silent even after going through your résumé and how to ensure that your application is viewed and you are contacted:
#1: Massive volume of applications and Ineffective Follow-Up: A quick survey of the employment rate versus the unemployed people the job position is available to would give you the slightest average of individuals that are applying for the job alongside your application. Therefore, due to this sudden rise in the volume of applicants, most employers have turned to using resume-screening systems such as ATS to mitigate the flood. Most times, the application does not further inform you about your application status, meanwhile others do.
To avoid waiting endlessly, you could follow up with an actual individual in the company to ensure that your résumé has been received and is being processed. You could start this process by identifying the hiring manager, and contacting them by mail. State in your inquiry that you have applied through the provided platform, and you have met all the requirements. Further mention that the purpose of the mail is to ensure that your application has been reviewed and is being processed. This way, you could get an interview if you are adequately qualified for the position and the manager didn’t spot your CV earlier on. Ensure you do not exploit this email by trying to lobby or convince the Hiring Manager, this would only sound like a VIP invite to a pity party which would not be entertained, but would reduce your chances of getting employed in most cases.
#2: The System has Shortcomings, Not You: If your application has been rejected, you would not find out if the employer is keeping your employment file on record for future vacancies, or if you are not genuinely a good fit at the company. Also, when you contact an employer, they may not have the technology in place to respond to your questions and query in an effective and timely manner. The best strategy you can therefore employ is to contact the company once or twice concerning your standing with them. If you do not get a satisfactory response, if any at all, we suggest that you move on with your job search and continue applying to other companies you are currently considering. Use this wait period to network, author publications in your field and draw positive attention as you demonstrate your brand value to your potential employers. This makes you seem more unique and authentic on the long run. The best strategy for standing out is to identify target employers and establish focused communications that address their needs, rather than playing the waiting game and making the situation all about you.
#3: Lower Your Expectations, Recruiters Would Focus On Their Clients First: Although being a skilled applicant is important to a recruiter, client employers are the ones who pay the bills. Due to this, the recruiters spend most of their time chasing down the perfect, unique for for an open job. This directly means that even if you have a fantastic background, it might not match the job opening you are applying for a 100%. Your best move is to stay on a recruiter’s radar through occasional calls or emails in order to build a mutually beneficial relationship.
In Conclusion, even though there are many reasons your job application did not receive a response, you need to focus on making personal contacts and staying in the game. Your ability to build an impressionable industry mark in addition to your regular networking might assist the employers in realizing that you are the right person for the job.
Regards,
PushCV Content Team.