It’s natural to want updates after a job interview, but phrasing matters, writes Richard Moy. He shares how to follow up after an interview, with tips and examples for different situations.
Source: The Muse, March 11, 2025. Link. If you were never given a timeline for the next steps, it’s recommended to wait at least a week before following up. If the interviewer provided a date but didn’t follow through, you can follow up a couple of days after that date.
The best rule of thumb is two follow-ups for every response you receive, but if you do not receive a response, it typically means that they aren’t interested.”