Mahmoud sent a thank-you e-mail message to his interviewer immediately after his interview. It's been more than five days now, and Mahmoud has still not heard from the employer. What action should Mahmoud take now?
A)Assume that no decision has been made yet and that a call could come soon.
B)Assume that he didn't get the job and continue with his job search with other companies.
C)Show his frustration and determination by calling the employer at least once or twice a day for the next two weeks.
D)Call or send an e-mail message to check the status of the position.

Question

Mahmoud sent a thank-you e-mail message to his interviewer immediately after his interview. It's been more than five days now, and Mahmoud has still not heard from the employer. What action should Mahmoud take now? 
A)Assume that no decision has been made yet and that a call could come soon.
B)Assume that he didn't get the job and continue with his job search with other companies.
C)Show his frustration and determination by calling the employer at least once or twice a day for the next two weeks.
D)Call or send an e-mail message to check the status of the position.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

It is appropriate to follow up after a few days or a week through a phone call or an e-mail message to check in on the status of the position. This shows professionalism and eagerness for the position without coming across as overly persistent or impatient.

Mahmoud Sent a Thank-You E-Mail Message to His Interviewer Immediately