Having a Successful Job Interview Part 3

After the interview

Okay, now that the interview is over, it's time to wait right? Not at all. There's still something that can help you score more points! Yeah... you know what I'm talking about: Thank you cards!

So what about thank you cards? Does it even help you send one?

Other than sending them for being polite and thanking the person for the interview, it can really help when it comes to the final decision. (Just don't sound too desperate)!

I vaguely remember learning how to write thank you cards in high school, but all they are is short and straightforward, so you shouldn't worry about it. However, I am willing to share what I do remember:

Address/greet the person ("Mrs. / Mr. ______")

Tell them what you're thankful for ("I greatly appreciate your time to interview me...")

Tell them a little about why you're thankful ("I have always desired a job position in which...")

One more time, tell them how thankful you are ("Once again, I thank you for your time and..."

And close it off with a goodbye "Sincerely,______"

Note: My teacher taught us that a handwritten note is best, as it becomes more personal (and special in some occasions), but now that times are changing, I'm not sure this is necessary. Nonetheless, I personally handwrite my thank you cards rather than typing them. I suppose an exception could be made for those with less than neat handwriting.

Either way: remember to sign! But you knew that, of course. And send the card ASAP (As soon as possible).

But what if they haven't called you the day the decision was supposed to be made? If they haven't called you, go ahead and call them! Sometimes employers need a few more days to make the final decision, but by calling you are showing that you're serious and still interested about the job.

What to do if you didn't get the job

I think it's safe to quote the old cliché, "When one door closes, another door opens". Really. Just don't get discouraged, keep searching, and a door will eventually open.

If you didn't get the job, tell them that you're still interested. If you really are interested of course. Many employers tend to save information on applicants in case they come to need more people.

If you do get the job

Give yourself a high-five. Seriously, though, be happy of what you accomplished. But you don't need me to tell you that, of course.

Best of luck!