I keep calling places for jobs. I know for a fact they are hiring but I keep getting no answer and having to leave a voicemail. Then no one ever returns my calls. It's so disappointing!
Well I already had a job for the summer but the working conditions were horrible, the company had very poor organization and I was being taken advantage of so my parents forced me to quit. I have been looking for an alternate job since June because I had a feeling this job was going to be sketchy. I officially left my job on Monday so now my job search is in even more of a full swing. I even have my parents and family helping me out. I spend like 3 hours on the phone today calling around.
Actually showing up to a place of employment, dressed appropriately, even to just inquire about a job shows a level of interest that phone call does not.
I speak from experience... I used to work in HR and did a lot hiring.
I too am frustrated by the lack of follow up on the part of hiring managers, etc. Never thought of actually visiting a place in person, though. Will have to try that out.