There’s no right way to do things
We teach you to pitch a company by emailing a human a video, to skip the resume.
But then you might need to follow up, to show you mean it!
But how many times to follow up?
The answer is there is no right answer. There is no “right way” to do things!
You need to think for yourself, based on the context. Advice is overrated (says the guys giving advice)!
But….I will give you guidelines:
- follow up every 2-3 days until you get a response
- remember that persistence is polite; assume people aren’t ignoring you, they’re just overloaded with emails
- follow up more if you really want that job – just keep knocking on the door, indefatigably
- see this podcast and our guides
Go for it!
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CH Classic: Eight Basic Skills That Will Pay You Handsomely
In this new CH Classic, uncover the skills that will propel to a fruitful life and career. (Hint: these are more like mindsets than skills).
“The ability to keep going when you feel like giving up
The human experience is filled with rejection, failures, tragedies, and events that will make you want to give up.
But the most successful people are not the wealthiest, smartest, or most courageous. They are stupidly patient. And a little stubborn too. When it makes logical sense to quit, they double down.”
Quote of the Day
“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Career Hackers Revolution
- Career hacking is about the relentless pursuit of discovering and doing what makes you come alive. Here are the core principles in the Career Hackers Manifesto.
- Keep the convo going. Follow us on TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
- Sick and tired of your negative self-talk? Sign up for a free trial of 1-1 coaching.
- See two of our top posts: How to Make a Video Pitch and 100 Ways to Work Out Loud, so you can skip the resume and degree and be your own credential.
- Want audio? Head to the Daily Job Hunt Podcast.
- Can’t get enough? Get the DJH Sunday Special for extra mindset juice.