An article written by Dawn Anfuso from the Daily Breeze had some important tips for saying thank you after an interview. Check out the full article here.
Here are a few key points that can serve you well, and from my experiences they have made a difference in making good first impressions and have, at times led to the building of important and lasting relationships:
- Only %10 of job applicants say thank you after an interview.
- Always send a thoughtful handwritten card.....an email is not enough. Think about how many emails you get in one week.
- Choose a card with an interesting design or make one that is more personal.
- Send a card within 24 hours of the interview. If you have already interviewed and have not sent a card.....send it now. It is never too late.
- Send a thank you card to everyone who you interviewed with and anyone who helped you get the interview. Make sure their name is spelled correctly.
- Be enthusiastic about the company.
- Let them know you are excited to hear from them or meet with them in the future.
- I would also recommend including your contact information. If you have a personal card enclose it in the card.
Good luck job hunting!!!
............... I hope this inspires you!
