The Thank You Letter
Ok, because of your awesome resume and cover letter, you have gone on an interview. I suppose your think that is the end of it, right? Wrong! Now you have to write a thank you letter.
Send the thank you letter within 24 hours of the interview, whenever possible. They should be typed unless you have been corresponding via email the whole time. Getting a business card will help you remember who you interviewed with and their title.
Be concise. Use the same paper that your cover letter and resume were printed on.
Address any unresolved issues that came up during the interview. If questions came up during the interview or if more information was requested, the thank you letter is the perfect place to include that information.
Include something specific about your interview. This will help the interviewer remember you and help you stand out from the pack.
Emphasize your strengths one more time. Let the interviewer know that after meeting with them, you are more confident that your skills are a match for their organization.
Most importantly, thank them for their time. Everyone’s time is valuable. A simple acknowledgement will let them know you respect that.
Last, but definitely not least, proofread your document before sending it out. Do not give the hiring manager an easy reason to eliminate you from consideration.
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