There are several things you should do immediately after the interview, but one of the most important things you must do is to send a 'Thank-you letter'.
Although this is not a cover letter in the traditional sense of the word this follow-up letter is a valuable device to follow up your interview. When you think about it, probably because not many people are thanked, especially for an interview, it works wonders to keep your name in their mind.
Sending a short handwritten 'Thank-you letter' after the interview will only take you a couple of minutes, yet the effect could carry you through at least to the next stage, if not to an immediate job offer.
Don't think you might lose by sending this. If you weren't going to get the job anyway, it won't make any diference, but if you are in with a chance it could tip the balance of the final selection in your favour!
Whoever interviewed you will be pleased and possibly surprised to receive a letter saying "thank you". Most people would not think to send such a letter so it will be received pleasurably. That warm feeling is transferred to the sender - YOU - and may help to influence the decision-making process.
There are two forms of this letter; the first is a very simple "thank-you". This is really the only letter that not only can, but should be hand-written. In other words it's just a personal note and could be worded like this:
"Dear Mr Beamish
Thank you very much for taking the time to interview me yesterday and give me greater insight into your organisation. I enjoyed meeting you and would really jump at the opportunity to join your team and contribute to the business success.
Looking forward to hearing from you,
Yours sincerely
Mike Jones"
The positive phrasing of this Thank-You letter after the interview means that it is entirely courteous, without sounding too fawning. It will be completely inoffensive and acceptable. Only very slightly flattering in tone, it remains a positive statement of your interest in the job.
Peter Fisher is an expert Author, Career Coach and Webmaster for My Interview Guide where you can find lots more help with what to do after the interview.
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