Some of our most recent blog posts have given you tips for your next interview. But what happens after you leave the interview? Should you follow up? And if so, what’s the best way to do it? The answer to the first question is yes, always follow up. You may have finished the interview already, but that doesn’t mean you aren’t still selling yourself. The best way to follow up would be sending a thank you letter to your interviewer. If you’re not sure what to write in the letter, here are some tips to help:

- Plan to send out your thank you letters as soon as possible (preferably within twenty-four hours) after your interview.  Keep the tone courteous and thankful.

- The letter can be typed up into an e-mail or handwritten, as long as you send one!

- Use your letter as a way to stand out from the crowd and make a good impression. Ask yourself – did anything stand out? What would the interviewer remember about me?

- If there is something you didn’t get a chance to mention during the interview, say it by including it in your thank you letter.

- Keep your thank you letters short and simple. Edit the letter so it reflects your personality and your interest in the new job. Remember to show your enthusiasm for the company and to sell yourself as the ideal candidate.

- Finally, spell check and proof your thank you letter. Then ask someone else to proof it for you.

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