The importance of Thank You letters in Your Job Search

From time to time I have been asked whether it is really that important to send a thank you letter following an interview. The short and simple answer to this question is “ABSOLUTELY”. In fact, a failure to do so amounts to a recusal of your candidacy for the open position.


Not only is it necessary to send a thank you letter after an interview (or information meeting), it makes perfect sense to do so without delay. This letter is not to be treated as a simple thank you note. It is an opportunity to further market yourself by reinforcing your self-brand to the employer. The letter should be issued no later than 24 hours after the interview and should be a restatement of your brand, including the key skills, credentials, and experience that makes you the one for the job.


It is permissible to send the thank you letter by email; however, a formally formatted letter should be included as an attachment or sent by snail mail. This will indicate a high degree of interest on your part and conveys a high regard on your part toward the recipient.



Michael Kelly

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