What to say when calling about a job application status?

What do you say when calling to check up on a job application?

• About 2 weeks ago I applied for a job through an agency. I called up the job direct a week ago and the manager offered me a chance to look around and have chat with her. I'm ...show more

• Answer:

  So, you applied for a job through an agency, but a week later, you rang the place of employment and even spoke with the manager. The agency has cracked it with you as you went over their heads in the application process. The manager pays the agency to find suitable applicants, but you chose to do it your way. The longer the process takes, the more the agency gets paid. The agency then sets interview times to suit the employer, not the applicant. You have just made it obvious that you do not play by the rules. Sometimes that way works, this time it didn't! Keep looking for work.