The interview is over and you can relax…? Not quite! There are some very important, and often overlooked, follow-up activities to complete. Doing so will not only allow you to demonstrate your professionalism, but it will also keep you at the forefront of the employer’s thoughts, and therefore increase your chances of getting the job.
Concerned about annoying the interviewer with follow-up activities? Navigate the links below to see how you can maintain a connection that will reiterate your interest and illustrate your persistence without crossing into annoyance.
Post Interview Tips
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The interview is over and you can relax…? Not quite! There are some very important and often overlooked follow-up activities to complete. Doing so will not only allow you to demonstrate your professionalism, but will also keep you at the forefront of the employer’s thoughts and therefore increase your chances of getting the job.
- Self-evaluate
- Write a thank you note
- Write a thank you note within two days of your interview to reiterate your interest in the position/organization. Carefully proofread any thank-you notes you send, and try to reference something specific you liked or found interesting in your interview.
- Keep in touch
- It is appropriate to call if you haven’t heard from the employer within the time frame you were given to expect a response. It can also be a great time to reaffirm your interest in the position or company and to ask any lingering questions from the interview.
- Be responsive
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Even if you’re not interested in the position, always respond to emails or phone calls professionally to leave a positive impression. There may be other opportunities with that company in the future, or the interviewer could become part of your professional network. Don’t burn any bridges. Make sure the message on your voice mail is professional, and always answer the phone in an enthusiastic, positive tone in case an employer is calling.
Second Interview Preparation