You have just come out of a job interview which has gone really well. You’re excited about the position because you can see yourself working at a great company with a great team of people.
So what do you do next?
You can sit around and wait, OR you can follow up with the company and thank them for their time and reiterate your interest in the position.
To re-affirm why you are the best individual for the job, following up can help you stand out from the crowd and can reinforce the fact that you’re a strong contender to the hiring manager. It is also a good opportunity to say anything that you may have forgotten to mention in the interview.
Surveys have shown that 15% of managers wouldn’t hire someone who didn’t follow up after their interview and a further 32% have stated that they would think less of a possible candidate who didn’t follow up with them after an interview, clearly highlighting the fact that a post interview follow up is a must.
What is the best way to follow up after an interview?
It is really good if you can get all the names and contact details of the people involved in the interview process. Business cards will have all the contact information you need or prior to the interview ask for the names of the people who you will be meeting with.
We recommend you follow up within 24 hours with a clear and concise thank you email and perhaps even a handwritten note. Reiterate your interest, your skills and anything you may have forgotten to say in the interview.
Don’t forget before you send your follow up email or note, ensure you proof read it as it could have an impact on whether or not you receive another interview and ultimately land your dream job.