This letter from yet another job seeker is unbelievable. Sorry to be going on so much about interviewing, but you meet the most fascinating people. Really, it's a strange system. You have about 3 conversations max before you either have to say you're going to be willing to spend all day, every day with this person or send them on their way.

We were probably on our way to sending this guy the "no thanks" letter anyhow and were just waiting to see how some other interviews went. Sometimes the applicant makes your decision for you. Read on. My favorite part is when we get unfavorably compared to Dennis Koslowski.

April 8, 2004



Dear XXX



Since several weeks have passed without any response from you, I can only
assume that you have selected another person as your VP for Business
Development. I have no complaint with that because you certainly have an
obligation to choose the person you think best fits the position.

I am dismayed, however, at your total lack of communication with me. I
drove nearly 300 miles and spent my time and money to accommodate your
schedule and geographic needs. Other candidates probably did the same. It
is an unconscionably rude and shortsighted practice to ignore me now and
pretend there is no need for further communication.

In my long business career, I have interviewed countless individuals for
various positions, and I have always showed them the courtesy of a personal
response, even if they were not to be hired. Timely, follow-up is not only
a good PR practice, it is a recognition that individuals can become very
emotionally invested in the job search and interview process and, as human
beings, have a need to know the outcome of their efforts.

Years ago I wrote to Dennis Koslowski, the CEO of Tyco, about possible
employment with that company. Although he did not have openings at the
time, he was one of a select few who wrote me a prompt, courteous and
encouraging reply. Despite his current legal problems and the serious
charges against him, that experience causes me to maintain a degree of
respect and compassion for him because I suspect he was a very good manager
of people. Perhaps you and your team should take a lesson. While you're at
it, why don't you ask yourself how you would feel if you were treated in the
same way.

Sincerely,

XXXXXX