Developing a Thank You Letter

The Thank You letter… Provides additional information Expresses interest in the job Keeps the lines of communication open

What format should I use? There are 3 different types of thank you letters to consider: Business Letter Message Hand-written Card

Business Letter Advantages  Room for details  Standard, professional  Showcase skills  Attention to details  More traditional Disadvantages  Not received immediately  Not easy to forward to others  Un-techie communication

Message Advantages  Room for details  Fast receipt  Easy to forward  Showcase skills  Attention to details Disadvantages  Less formal and professional

Hand-Written Card Advantages  Personal touch  Traditional Disadvantages  Less professional  Doesn’t showcase skills  Hard to forward

Planning… Skills, experience, or education interviewers asked? Topics or issues that came up? Key topics? Needs or problems position addressed? What information was provided? More information that can be provided?

Thank recipient Restate interest in position Invite recipient to contact with questions Include contact information

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