Congratulations on your interview! You prepared and did your very best—but your work isn’t done when you walk out the door. Always remember to follow-up with your interviewers! This helps you stay top-of-mind by reiterating your interest and showing your gratitude for the opportunity. Follow-up is simply the right thing to do when someone has taken the time to meet with you.
Three ways to follow up
You want to be professional and sincere, and not border on annoying or overbearing. Follow these steps to get back in touch after you’ve had an interview:
- Send a note. The best follow-up letters are handwritten, but sending a follow-up email is acceptable and ensures quick delivery. Your thank you note should be short and to the point, with a friendly greeting and a word of thanks. You can also answer a question posed to you during the interview that you didn’t completely answer in the moment, or repeat your interest in the position and why you’d be a good fit.
- Check back in. If it’s been two weeks and you haven’t heard back about the hiring decision, it’s OK to reach back out to your interviewer to inquire about the position. An email is fine for this correspondence and should include a greeting, that you’re curious about whether or not they’ve filled the position and an inquiry about any other questions you can answer to help them reach their final decision.
- Stay connected. If you don’t hear back after your follow-up note, it’s safe to assume the company went with a different candidate. But that’s OK! There may be another opportunity in the future, and they have your resume on file. Connect with your interviewer on LinkedIn. Keep an eye on the company’s website for when they’re hiring again, and don’t be afraid to re-apply.
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