Imagine you just applied for a job that you were really excited about. You read the job posting online, wrote a nice cover letter, and submitted your resume to the hiring manager. Most job seekers would expect a phone call or an email if the hiring party wanted to set up an interview, right? As it turns out, more and more recruiters are turning to texting to communicate with their job candidates--60 percent of recruiters to be exact. Now, it makes sense. Texting is a thing of ease, a quick way to have a conversation without having to log in to your email or dial the phone, but when it comes to a job prospect is it professional? Here’s what you need to know about texting and the hiring process. 

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