The interview process can be broken down into 3 parts. Preparation, the interview itself and following up. In this article, we discuss the latter stage of following up after an interview, the do’s and don’ts, etiquette and ways to conduct yourself post-interview. It’s crucial to follow up after a job interview since it enables you to express your continued interest in the role and express gratitude for the interviewer’s time. The following are some guidelines for following up after an interview:
The Do’s:
The Thank You Letter
Within 24 hours of the interview, it is good practice to send a thank-you letter or email. This is a considerate action that demonstrates your gratitude for the opportunity and keeps you at the forefront of the interviewer’s mind. Ensure that you customise the thank-you note specifically for the interviewer and the business. Mention specific points raised in your interview and how your qualifications and work history fit the job. Keep it succinct and direct. The length of a thank-you note shouldn’t exceed a few pages.
The Follow-Up
If you haven’t heard from your interviewer for a significant amount of time then send a follow-up note. Even though the chances are another candidate won the position, you may still be in the running, and the offer might extend to someone else, should the first-choice candidate decline the position or if another suitable role becomes available.
Requesting Feedback
Other useful correspondences that can be used to reach out to your interviewer include a request for feedback. You can send one more note to get feedback on the interview if you thought it went well but weren’t given the job. Again, you should keep it short. Once again, this is an opportunity to thank the interviewer for their time and obtain any advice on how to increase your chances of getting hired in the future.
The Do Nots:
Delaying
Don’t put off sending a thank-you note for too long. Sending one in a timely manner within 24 hours of your interview is good practice as it demonstrates your interest and eagerness for the role.
As mentioned previously avoid sending a boilerplate thank-you note. Make sure to address the interviewer and company by name in your message and refer to specific points raised in your interview.
Too Frequently
Avoid following up too often. It’s acceptable to follow up once or twice if you haven’t heard back from the employer after a reasonable amount of time. However, making repeated attempts to connect could come out as overly eager, demanding and generally annoying.
Let It Get You Down
If you don’t hear back from the employer then try not to get discouraged. The hiring procedure frequently takes longer than anticipated so it is important to stay positive, and upbeat and keep submitting applications for new jobs.
You may effectively follow up after an interview and improve your chances of getting the job by adhering to these do’s and don’ts and remember Hunterskill Recruitment is always at hand to help you with your job search. Simply fill out our online registration form and start your journey to a new career today.