How to Follow Up After a Job Interview
Many job applicants forget to follow up after an interview, which is an important step. It’s your chance to thank the hiring manager, confirm your interest in the job, and make an impact that will last. Here’s how to do the follow-up process skillfully and skillfully.
Time Is Important
After your interview, 24 hours is the best time to send a follow-up. This shows you are quick and interested while ensuring the interviewer remembers your talk well. If you wait too long, it could mean that you are not interested or organized.
Write an email
It’s best to keep follow-up emails short, professional, and personal. Start by thanking the person who interviewed you for their time and help. Talk about specific things that were talked about during the interview to show that you were interested. Say again how excited you are about the chance and quickly explain how your skills match the job.
Example of a Template
Subject: Thank You for the Opportunity
To [Name of Interviewer],
Thanks for meeting with me yesterday. I liked learning more about [certain part of the job or company], and our conversation about [discussed topic] made me even more interested in joining your team.
I’m excited about the chance to help with [certain projects or goals], and my experience with [your relevant skill or accomplishment] fits your needs well. Don’t be afraid to contact me if you need more information.
Thank you again for this opportunity, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Best regards,
[Your Full Name]
Connect on LinkedIn
You should send the speaker a LinkedIn relationship request if you haven’t already. Send them a personalized note thanking them for the interview and letting them know how excited you are to stay in touch. This small move makes them aware of you and helps you build a business relationship.
Follow Up on the Timeline
You should have asked when the next steps would be taken during the interview. It’s okay to send a polite follow-up email if you haven’t heard back in that amount of time.
Example:
Subject: Following up on the interview
To [Name of Interviewer],
I hope this message finds you well. I am following up on the [job name] we discussed in the interview [date]. I’d like to know if there are any new developments in the hiring process or if you need more information from me.
Thank you again for considering my application. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Best regards,
[Your Full Name]
Maintain Patience and Professionalism
Being nervous about hearing back is normal, but try not to send too many follow-ups too quickly. Respect your boss’s time and the way they make decisions. If you haven’t heard back after a few weeks, it might be time to move on but don’t close the door on future chances.
Conclusion
A thoughtful follow-up after a job interview shows that you are polite and still interested in the job and keeps you in the hiring manager’s thoughts. Doing these things can improve your chances of getting the job and make a lasting impact.