T.A.P. Q#187 – Why Aren’t Hiring Managers Responding To Me?

July 1, 2009 by sparktalk

Dear Experts,

I have sent out several cover letters and resumes to prospective public relations employers. So what are some reasons for hiring managers not returning e-mails, or setting up interviews?

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@ValueIntoWords Q#187 That’s a big ? without seeing ur resume, but 1 reason may b ur resume isn’t resonating w/their pain points.

@heatherhuhman: Q#187 I recommend reading “A step-by-step guide to the interview process” – http://tinyurl.com/qvztv5

@DebraWheatman Q#187 See if u can get a JD to modify ur resume according to needs. Follow-up periodically to demonstrate interest.

@AndyInNaples Q#187 EXPECT few responses. Follow up via email & by phone. “Network” into the company. Be assertive/nice!

@juliaerickson Q#187 Many apply=no response 2 most;. Yes 2 other advice. Do ur FU. NETWORK w/pple @ co 2 call attn 2 ur app.

@dawnbugni Q#187 As @valueintowords said, speak to pain points. NOT about what you want. About what you can do for them.

@dawnbugni Q#187 If applying for relevant positions & no response, rez is not selling your skills effectively. Focus. Target

@gradversity Q#187 Could be anything. It’s hard to say without more info. Try the A.I.M. program run by CAREEREALISM for an expert analysis.

@sweetcareers Q#187 Make sure resume/cov letter are tailored. Don’t wait for hiring mgrs to call you; follow up w/ them.

@jtodonnell Q#187 Can’t Get Employer’s Attention? Here’s Why HR’s Just Not That Into You: http://ow.ly/gjVw

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Bill Shambrook

The key to getting attention is to make the content of your communication compelling....

Most resumes are Tombstones...what I do/did not what I accomplished! A good interviewer will look upon an applicant as a potential asset and as such will compare the return that potential asset will deliver VS other uses for the resources available. A resume with solid, supportable and quantifiable accomplishments will provide an indication of the value that you would bring to the organization. Unless your resume provides the content in support of your candidacy not only will you not get the interview but will face months of frustration in trying to get in the door for an interview.

The discipline required to develop the quantified accomplishments will also provide solid content for the interview and will differentiate you from most other candidates that have no idea how to build the value necessary to close the sale.

Bill Shambrook
www.careersuccessnet.com