Should I hand-deliver an application?
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I've decided I should get a proper job. Events are pretty brutal on the family, being away so many weekends. There's a job advertised locally that looks interesting. They want a hand-written letter and application form - just doing it now, made me realise how little I actually write by hand these days.
It's a small business (3 full-timers) and I wondered if I should drop my application in by hand one day. I like to think I usually make a good first impression and it puts a face to a name, but is this a bit cheeky as they've asked for applications to be mailed?
It's a small business (3 full-timers) and I wondered if I should drop my application in by hand one day. I like to think I usually make a good first impression and it puts a face to a name, but is this a bit cheeky as they've asked for applications to be mailed?
I think in this situation due to company size, dropping down there to deliver it would be a great idea.
Probably best not to turn up in your painting gear, after doing 4 hours DIY in the home though. Turn up as though it was your interview, as they might decide to have a chat there and then.
Probably best not to turn up in your painting gear, after doing 4 hours DIY in the home though. Turn up as though it was your interview, as they might decide to have a chat there and then.
I applied for a job that was advertised by an agency a few years back. I realised I was a great candidate for the role, but was worried about getting lost in the flood of emails, so I sent my CV and cover letter through the post.
I got an interview as the agent hadn't seen a letter in years, but not the job. I've since had two further temp jobs from that agent, and I'm sure that relationship is based on the fact that I managed to stand out from the crowd.
Go the extra mile (IMHO).
Good luck!!
I got an interview as the agent hadn't seen a letter in years, but not the job. I've since had two further temp jobs from that agent, and I'm sure that relationship is based on the fact that I managed to stand out from the crowd.
Go the extra mile (IMHO).
Good luck!!
Well I just popped my application over. It was a residential address with several cars in the drive, so imagine a home-office within. Knocked the door and the lady who answered didn't seem interested in anything beyond taking my application to pass on (in fairness she looked more housewife than businesswoman). Not quite the impact I'd hoped, but I've put together a decent application so will see if anything comes from it.
Best of luck! We are a very informal company and recently had to hire a new driver which I, my father and his business partner were dreading as it meant having to interview countless muppets to ensure we could actually find a half-decent candidate! Even if you got a frosty reception from what seems to be a housewife, I'm sure when she hands the application over and says you hand-delivered it that the important people (the ones hiring!) will be impressed - I would have given the missus a b
king if somebody was hand-delivering an application and they weren't invited in for a quick chat!
king if somebody was hand-delivering an application and they weren't invited in for a quick chat!I think the more enthusiasm and determination you show, the better. I'd also go with doing whatever you can, to make your CV stand out above the rest. Maybe use appropriate graphics, photos etc?
Back in the late 80's / early 90's, I advertised myself in the back of Autosport as being willing to work for expenses only. I wanted to get a foot in the door and get a job as a gopher. Because I showed initiative and willing, I ended up with a couple of job offers and invitations to some F1 launches, where I got to chat to people and get myself out there. I spent a couple of seasons working in the Opel Euroseries and got to meet some really good people. I also gained some great experience and travelled around all of Europe's circuits. I have some great memories thanks to going the extra mile, to do what I'd wanted.
Best of luck.
Back in the late 80's / early 90's, I advertised myself in the back of Autosport as being willing to work for expenses only. I wanted to get a foot in the door and get a job as a gopher. Because I showed initiative and willing, I ended up with a couple of job offers and invitations to some F1 launches, where I got to chat to people and get myself out there. I spent a couple of seasons working in the Opel Euroseries and got to meet some really good people. I also gained some great experience and travelled around all of Europe's circuits. I have some great memories thanks to going the extra mile, to do what I'd wanted.
Best of luck.
I never heard back from the company where I hand delivered the application. I rang last week and asked if they were close to making a decision/shortlist and got a vague reply.
After deciding I really need a change of direction (or at least not work so many weekends), I've realised just how hard it is looking for work. Finding suitable and interesting roles is easy enough, but I take time to send a relevant and enthusiastic application to each - you just don't hear back. I'd rather be told I'm not suitable for whatever reason, or even simply a thanks but no thanks, but other than one application (2nd interview in the morning) I'm just drawing blanks.
After deciding I really need a change of direction (or at least not work so many weekends), I've realised just how hard it is looking for work. Finding suitable and interesting roles is easy enough, but I take time to send a relevant and enthusiastic application to each - you just don't hear back. I'd rather be told I'm not suitable for whatever reason, or even simply a thanks but no thanks, but other than one application (2nd interview in the morning) I'm just drawing blanks.
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