I say call them. What do you have to lose? Having been a recruiter for many years, I can tell you from first hand experience, those candidates who always followed up with a call were generally the ones who landed the position. Not only did it put their name on the top of my mind, but also it showed their general interest and enthusiasm for the position.

More often than not, simply waiting for the potential employer to call you will get you nowhere. There are many other candidates who have gone into the same interview for the same position, all who are waiting to hear back from the company. Make yourself be remembered.

• Send a thank you note within 2 days after the interview. This does not necessarily help your chances, but it definitely would hurt your chances if you did not send one.
• Phone 5-7 days after mailing the letter. This gives you a chance to build more of a relationship with the hiring manager while other candidates are waiting by the phone for the company to call.
• Know what you want to say. Have an idea for a stimulating conversation that involves the company or the manager. Research the company and be able to discuss something that you might be a great asset to. Have some prepared notes ready.
• Encourage a second meeting where your ideas may be discussed. The longer you remain on the phone, the less likely you will achieve your goal. Be efficient, but friendly and professional.
• Develop a ritual. Create a positive phone environment and try to keep a smile on your face throughout the entire conversation. Most importantly, remember the purpose of the call.
• Be certain that this is the job you really want. Relieve their concerns that when they do finally come to a decision, they will not be turned down.

Call them if you haven't heard anything after a week. You might want to ask politely when they think the decision will be made. If that date passes and you still haven't heard anything, call again. There is a difference between persistency and pushiness.

Best of Luck,

The ResumeDoctor