Enough can’t be said about the importance of follow-up. Especially in the a job Interview process. We spend so much time making sure our resume is perfect to make sure we get that a job Interview. Today’s reader question is about what to do once the interview is over:
- Hello. I worked for a tech company for over 10 years as an executive assistant. Due to a company reorganization, my position was eliminated. This has been a very challenging time, as I’m having difficulty finding a a job Interview. I’m currently working as a temp for a large medical company. It’s a great company with many great benefits but I’m not happy in my current role.
- I’ve come to realize I don’t interview very well. My true friendly personality doesn’t come out during the interview. I just applied for a terrific job, where I know I can make a difference. I had an interview and I believe it went well but I’m not sure I convinced them that I am the right person for the job.
- I did send the interviewers a thank you email and they responded it would be a while due to the holidays. It’s been 2 weeks and I want to follow up with an email to show my continued interest in the position and in their company. What would be some words to add to this follow-up email to convince them that I want this job and that I can be successful in this role? Thank you.
To offer some insight, I reached out to two very accomplished talent management professionals. Kevin W. Grossman, is an executive at Brave New Talent, a leading social learning career platform and author of the book, “Tech Job Hunt Handbook”.
Chris Havrilla is a sought-after recruiting consultant and author of the blog, Recruiter Chicks. I’m thrilled they graciously agreed to share their expertise.
Interesting story…
I advised her to reply with a simple thank you for their time and consideration – and to keep her in mind for any future opportunities as she was still very much interested in them and felt she could make a great impact.
It established a connection and it kept a door open and in this case, within a month, they did call her and hired her for an additional role that had opened up. It can make a difference.
Is email an acceptable way of sending a follow-up?
It is has become more acceptable, especially in today’s world – and in the interest of time, clearly the most rapid way to respond. Having said that, a written note, which is becoming more of an exception than the rule, could still help you stand out.
Look at each situation and do what you feel would work best.
