Interview - rude to ask if I got the job?

jordan282 · 18 Sep 2012 at 13:11

So basically I had an interview and they said I would hear back from them this week. I am desperate to know the outcome of this interview because I am starting a 4 month contract tomorrow.

Is it rude to ask if I got the job? I don't know how to phrase it. It does show enthusiasm but I don't want them to think I am over eager.

[FnG]magnolia · 18 Sep 2012 at 13:13

Too late, you're starting a 4 month contract tomorrow.

Also, what?

ci_newman · 18 Sep 2012 at 13:17

Don't contact them and ask if you got the job, ask for feedback. However, the week isn't over yet. When was the interview?

4T5 · 18 Sep 2012 at 13:21

It's only Tuesday so I'd wait but then I got 2 letters saying I hadn't got the job (talk about rubbing it in) then a phone call asking me when I could start :confused:

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jordan282 · 18 Sep 2012 at 13:24

So even if I say something fancy like....

Thank you very much for the interview it was great to meet you.
I look forward to hearing about the outcome of the job..etc

Without being blatent?

Zefan · 18 Sep 2012 at 13:24

Just drop them an email asking politely that they let you know.

It shows a bit of initiative if nothing else.

:edit: Oh wait, I read the OP wrong. Don't drop them an email, wait until they said they would get back to you. Bit of a bad situation to put yourself in though, to be starting a 4 month contract with someone else!

I can't find an advice animal for this but I think the text should do.

DESPERATE FOR JOB.

SIGNS 4 MONTH CONTRACT WITH OTHER COMPANY.

sbi5ar · 18 Sep 2012 at 13:26

Would a 4 month working contract be subject to other contract terms (7/14 day cooling period) ???

Sorry if it's a stupid question

jordan282 · 18 Sep 2012 at 13:27

If I don't get the other job its a good move

MooMoo444 · 18 Sep 2012 at 13:28

Zefan said:
SIGNS 4 MONTH INTERVIEW WITH OTHER COMPANY.

4 month long interview..... that's a difficult one to prepare for.

Zefan · 18 Sep 2012 at 13:37

MooMoo444 said:
4 month long interview..... that's a difficult one to prepare for.

Sentence restructuring derpidity.

Meridian · 18 Sep 2012 at 15:26

Zefan said:
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DESPERATE FOR JOB.

SIGNS 4 MONTH CONTRACT WITH OTHER COMPANY.

Seems perfectly reasonable to me: what if he didn't get the job he wants? If he hadn't taken the contract then he is (still) unemployed. As a dole-monger myself, it's all part of the fun you have, balancing this application, that interview etc. That said, I'm not sure why the OP can't start the contract, then leave if this job comes up. Anyone who employs a contractor must understand this risk.

Zefan · 18 Sep 2012 at 15:27

Yeah I do understand his situation and how it came about, just find it a bit funny

Disco Boy · 18 Sep 2012 at 16:49

You should have told them when you need to know by before the interview...

How do you plan on getting out of the other job anyway? Could you not just start that job, then leave if you get the other one?

Vita · 18 Sep 2012 at 16:50

Ask them. I did the same yesterday only to be told I didn't get it.

Skidder · 18 Sep 2012 at 16:57

jordan282 said:
So even if I say something fancy like....

Thank you very much for the interview it was great to meet you.
I look forward to hearing about the outcome of the job..etc

Without being blatent?

What exactly does that achieve?

GravyMonster · 18 Sep 2012 at 17:05

Just ring them up and ask. I've done it plenty of times when I was job hunting.

"Hi, I'm wondering if you had any feedback about the interview? I know it's quite soon to be calling, I'm just keen to secure the position blah blah".
"No/Yes/Still interviewing others (ie. No)".
"kthxbye".

Done.

scotty365 · 19 Sep 2012 at 17:17

I tried this and was told that the date was fixed because of further interviews. Then the agency phoned me to say 'go and have a drink - you got the job!!!' Then 2 days later I got a call (from the employers) saying they should have not told you that because you didn't this time - but next opening is yours guaranteed - 3 years on and I still haven't heard from them....thankfully I got a decent job a few week later and they think I'm the dogs testicles...
AHHH all part of the rich tapestry.....

wesley · 19 Sep 2012 at 17:19

if you have not heard from them, usually means you didnt get the job.

Swifty55 · 19 Sep 2012 at 17:38

wesley said:
if you have not heard from them, usually means you didnt get the job.

Not necessarily...

No news is good news - although could be bad as well.

Interviews can take a few days dependent on the position/company. Can take from a days to weeks.

ic1male · 19 Sep 2012 at 18:52

I always thought it showed interest if you enquire about it. I would ring them.