1. Writing a Thank You Letter

2. What is a Thank You Letter
Follow-up letter
Thanks the interviewer
Makes a good impression
Demonstrates professionalism
Friendly reminder who you are

3. Purpose of a Thank You Letter
Thanks the employer for taking time to speak with you
Restates your objectives, skills and experiences
Shows your interest in the job
Allows you to add anything you forgot to say in the interview

4. Formatting a Thank You Letter

5. Layout
As with all professional business letters, a thank you letter should be written in block format.

6. Thank You Letter Contents
Use simple language
Be short & concise
Proofread!
Remember you are THANKING someone – be nice!

7. Parts of a Thank You Letter

8. Contact Information
Your full name
Street Address
City, State
Zip Code
Phone Number
Address
The contact information on your thank you letter should match your resume!

9. Write out the full date! February 9, 2015

10. Employer Information Name Job Title Company’s Full Address
Address your letter to the hiring manager of the company. If you’re not sure who it is, do some research to find out!

11. Salutation Business letters use only the following prefixes: Mr. Ms.
Dr.
Address the hiring manager by their last name

12. Paragraph #1 Thank the interviewer
Thank them for the opportunity to speak with them (mention the position)
Thank them for their time
Reference when the interview happened (the date)

13. Paragraph #2 Reference an element from your interview conversation
Remind them why you are qualified/suite for the job
Express your sincere interest for the position

14. Paragraph #3 Offer any additional information they requested
Express your appreciation for being considered
Indicated follow- up/contact information you provided or when you expect to hear back

15. Complimentary Close Use a professional closing Respectfully yours
Best regards
Sincerely
Include your handwritten signature & typed signature

16. Your Turn!
You that you have applied and interviewed for a job at The Falcons’ Nest…
Write a thank you letter to Mrs. Belote to thank her the interview last Wednesday, Feb. 4th