After the interview, send a follow up “thank you” letter or email. The purpose of this action is to show thanks and professionalism for getting an interview. However, you need to make the letter count. Straight thank you letters are boring and don’t give enough punch to seal the deal. The letter has to do more than just thank the person. It should be used to:
- Follow up on points discussed in the interview. Pick the points that you felt highlighted your qualifications best.
- Cover topics or something you wanted to say at the interview but you failed to do so or forgot.
- Make the person remember you and the interview. Many interviewers see lots of candidates. You will stand out if you send a letter referencing some unique portion of the interview.