Learn to recognize avoidance tactics when you see them. Look for warning signals like intercepted telephone calls, voice mailboxes that are full, or no return phone calls.
Find casual or informal ways of networking and meeting with hiring managers of a prospective employer; don't just rely on phone calls, letters and emails.
When you experience attempts to distract you or change the subject in networking discussions, calmly remark on something that pulls you back to the original discussion.
Even if you are irritated or frustrated, don't let it show or it could damage your ability and chances to connect or get a job interview.
The avoidance tactics may have nothing to do with you; but could be the result of company pressures, hiring manager personal stress, or a variety of other factors. However, if it is about you, revise your job search approach.
Avoidance is a frequent source of irritation experienced by many job seekers. It happens most often when hiring managers or company contacts avoid returning calls or make other excuses for not being available.
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