By Joanne Meehl, M.S., IJCDC
Job hunters often ask about writing thank-you notes after an interview. Some swear by the hand-written note on attractive stationery. Others prefer to type their note. And most agree that an e-mailed "Thank you" is tacky.
My preference is the typed Thank You. It should be on the same type of paper and have the same heading format as your resume. And it should be sent on the same day as the interview.
The format I recommend actually says more than "thank you". Certainly, it should say that, with appreciation for the interviewer's time. But it should also be another opportunity to "sell" you: it could bring up a point raised in the interview that you want to add to. Just remember to keep each paragraph brief.
Better yet, mention another example of your success as it relates to the job, a different example than any you brought up in the interview. Doing so will drive home the point you understand what it takes to do the job.
Also, use the thank-you letter to reinforce your desire for that job in that company. Example: "After having met your team and learned more about your product plans, I am now convinced that this position with your company is the job that will let me contribute the most".
Last, you should end your thank-you letter with a summary of what they said would be the next step. This confirms your expectations. It does not guarantee that the company will follow through, but it is a professional way to say "I'm expecting to hear from you".
So have your thank-you letter say more than "thank you" -- have it count for you in these several other ways, too.
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