What to Do After Deleting Your LinkedIn Account After a Job Application

Yesterday, I applied for a job on LinkedIn but then regretted it. After deleting my account, I realized that my application might have been removed. I also wrote a message for them but did not receive a response. Will they call me on Skype or contact me?

Overview of the Situation

Deleting your LinkedIn account after applying for a job can have significant implications. Since LinkedIn typically removes all associated data when an account is deleted, it is likely that your application is no longer accessible to the employer. However, if you sent a message through the site before deleting the account, there is a chance that the employer saw your message before the account was deleted.

Application Status

Here are a few points to consider regarding the status of your application:

Application Submission: If your application was submitted successfully before you deleted your account, the employer might still have access to it. Message Visibility: If your message was seen by the employer, they may consider reaching out for clarification or to discuss your application. Contact Information: If you provided any contact information in your application or message, the employer may use that to attempt to reach you. Follow-Up: If you are particularly interested in the job, consider trying to contact the employer directly through their official channels such as their company website or social media profiles.

Follow-Up Tips

While there is a possibility that the employer might contact you, it is not guaranteed. It might be beneficial to follow up if you can. Here are some tips for following up:

Check your email for any messages from the employer. Contact the employer using any contact information you have, such as email or phone, to confirm the status of your application. Be polite and professional in your follow-up message.

Quit Panicking

Deleting your account is not a requirement if they call you for an interview, nor is accepting a job if offered one. Interviews do not imply acceptance. This is a step to determine if the job is right for you, and similarly, for the employer to determine if you are the right fit for the job. If you decide it is not a good fit, it is perfectly acceptable to politely decline and save both parties time.

Additional Resources

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