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As a hiring manager at five former companies, I can share my preferences. I HATED it when people walked in, hoping to talk their way into an interview. I was busy; that's why I kept a schedule and scheduled people for interviews and meetings. Additionally, I was not fond of phone calls; they often caught you unprepared to discuss things, as your mind was on a particular project, or the like.
I preferred email attachments, faxes, or even snail mail (although that clearly takes longer and that can be a disadvantage). These allow the hiring manager to allocate the appropriate time to review them at his or her leisure.
Well, my two cents. Good luck.
Scott
>>> "tara bowman" <tarabowman4 -at- hotmail -dot- com> 06/12 4:27 PM >>>
Once again, I am sure that there is something about this in the archives,
however...
I am about to embark on the interview trail and have a few protocol
questions. Most of the jobs I have found are on the web and have phone
numbers, fax numbers, email address, as well as a street address. My
question is what is the best way for a recent graduate to make a first-time
contact regarding a job? Should you phone, email your resume, or is it best
to go in person to the work place? I know most of you are way past this
point in your careers and could give me some good advice.
Thank you,
Tara Bowman
tarabowman4 -at- hotmail -dot- com
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