Do you think its bad to drop off a resume in person?

[dvcfamily41801]

There is a position I want to apply for but I was thinking of dropping of my resume and application in person. I could also email it, but I also wanted to see exactly where the location is so thought I could drop it off as well.

Thoughts?

Thanks!!!

 

[declansdad]

Unless it was stated that you shouldn't drop it off, I see no problem. You have to remember though, the person you speak to when you enter the office is the gate keeper. Treat that person with respect, as they may be asked their opinion of the applicants.

 

[marlynnp]

Unless it was stated that dropping it off WAS an option, don't do it.
You need to submit it in the manner the ad asked.
Always do what the ad specifies - you are judged on your ability to follow directions.

 

[LukenDC]

I'm an HR director and people drop off their resumes all the time at my workplace. They cannot, however, meet with me unless they have an appointment.

 

[MichelleinMaine]

Unless it was stated that you shouldn't drop it off, I see no problem. You have to remember though, the person you speak to when you enter the office is the gate keeper. Treat that person with respect, as they may be asked their opinion of the applicants.

Absolutely! When I was a receptionist, the HR people would always ask me about people who had dropped off applications/resumes. Dress professionally and act super polite/respectful to the receptionist.

I do agree with the above poster who said not to ask for a meeting on the spot. I'll add, though, there were slow days in the HR dept and they'd ask me to send applicants down the hall for a quick chat.

 

[declansdad]

Absolutely! When I was a receptionist, the HR people would always ask me about people who had dropped off applications/resumes. Dress professionally and act super polite/respectful to the receptionist.

I do agree with the above poster who said not to ask for a meeting on the spot. I'll add, though, there were slow days in the HR dept and they'd ask me to send applicants down the hall for a quick chat.

That is exactly what I did. I also told them that I wouldn't see applicants when they came in but I would set up an appointment if I wanted to interview them.

 

[edandcolleen1995]

Only drop it off if you make an appointment to do so.

I hate it when an applicant just shows up and does that without one. Just call and we can be sure to say hello, give you the respect of taking it and letting you know when to expect to hear back.

But if you show up without one, right away your application goes to the back of the pile. It is professional to make an appointment and we expect that much.

 

[Disney Ella]

I don't think it's bad to drop it off, but if I was doing the hiring, it wouldn't win you any points (wouldn't lose you any, either). Qualifications for the job are the most important thing and all the little tricks that the book tell you to do - call to see if they got your resume, show up in person, etc. - really don't matter if your experience isn't what I need.

 

[dvcfamily41801]

Thanks for the replies! I would never expect anyone to talk to me right away (although I would be okay with it and dressed appropriately just incase!). I did email it this morning to the HR person listed in the posting, but there is also an application on their website that I printed and completed that I wanted to drop off as well.

I see both sides about it being a bit annoying to just "show up" but I am just very anxious!!

Thanks again!

 

[bigbabyblues]

The hospital I work for will do a screening 'interview' when you bring a resume/application. I don't know if they keep the ones that are mailed in, if they get any.

 

[goofyernmost]

I don't think it's bad to drop it off, but if I was doing the hiring, it wouldn't win you any points (wouldn't lose you any, either). Qualifications for the job are the most important thing and all the little tricks that the book tell you to do - call to see if they got your resume, show up in person, etc. - really don't matter if your experience isn't what I need.

I totally agree with this statement. Unless the ad SPECIFICALLY says not to apply in person or send via e-mail only, it probably will not help but I doubt it would hurt and you never know. There might be an HR person standing right there and they might like what they see and admire someone that wants a job bad enough to actually make the effort to apply. One never knows.

Like I said, unless it specifically says not too, it probably won't hurt you.

 

[dvcfamily41801]

The ad gave an address (P.O. Box), fax number, phone number and email address. I just went with the email address. My fingers are crossed.

 

[MouseketeerOvaHere]

Thanks for the replies! I would never expect anyone to talk to me right away (although I would be okay with it and dressed appropriately just incase!). I did email it this morning to the HR person listed in the posting, but there is also an application on their website that I printed and completed that I wanted to drop off as well.

I see both sides about it being a bit annoying to just "show up" but I am just very anxious!!

Thanks again!

Consider it being proactive. Unless the ad specifically says, no phone calls or walk-in's you should be ok. It all depends on the HR person on whether or not they would find it annoying or encouraging. Some would think that a person who submits an application then inquires a week later annoying but I would consider that proactive. The person is serious about obtaining the job. Heck, in this economy you almost have to be overbearing to get a foot in the door. Good luck to you, though. I hope you get it.