1. “Developing a Thank You Letter Following a Job Interview” Article by Deborah S. Ray Presentation by Elizabeth Murphy

2. Introduction Why should you send a thank you letter? What format is most appropriate (business letter, e-mail, or handwritten card)? What should be thought about prior to writing the letter? How should the letter be laid out?

3. Why Send a Thank You Letter? Gets attention from potential employers Shows interest and willingness to go the “extra mile” Helps you stand out Offers another sample of your writing Provides the opportunity to give more details Reminds them of your qualifications Invites them to ask more questions

4. What Format Should Be Used? Advantages Offers room for details Looks professional Showcases writing Indicates attention to detail Viewed as traditional Disadvantages Takes a bit to receive Is an “un-techie” form of communication Is not easy to forward to other decision makers Can easily get lost A Business Letter

5. What Format Should Be Used? An E-mail Advantages Offers room for details Arrives quickly May be forwarded easily Showcases writing Indicates attention to detail Is a “techie” form of communication Disadvantages Viewed as less formal Viewed as a less traditional means of communication

6. What Format Should Be Used? Handwritten Card Advantages Gives a personal touch Viewed as more traditional Disadvantages Viewed as less professional May not showcase writing skills Takes a bit to receive Viewed as an “un-techie” form of communication Is not easy to forward to other decision makers Can easily get lost

7. What Should Be Thought About Beforehand? Jot down some questions What issues seemed key to them? What other details can you provide? What needs or problems does the position address? Locate the names, titles, and addresses of each of the interviewers; you will be writing a letter to each of them

8. How Should the Letter Be Laid Out? Introduction Thank the recipient Remind them of the position you were interviewed for Remind them of when you were interviewed Remind them of your qualifications Express interest

9. Body Support your qualifications Add additional details that were not covered in the interview Provide examples Provide any other details that will distinguish you from another candidate How Should the Letter Be Laid Out?

10. Conclusion Thank the recipient again Reiterate your interest in the position Invite them to ask you questions Provide contact information How Should the Letter Be Laid Out?

11. Conclusion Choose the most appropriate letter format Brainstorm before writing Lay out the letter properly Most importantly, be sure the letter is free from errors Questions?