In short
Three strategies for following up after a job interview: (1) send a thank-you message the day after, referencing something specific from the interview (e.g., the company’s training program and career paths); (2) if no response within the hiring manager’s stated timeframe (about a week), send a concise follow-up asking for updates and offering additional information; (3) if circumstances change before hearing back (e.g., you receive another offer), notify them and request any news while evaluating the competing offer.
Key claims
timely, specific, and situation-aware follow-ups improve chances.
Notable examples
the sample thank-you and two follow-up email templates.
Guests
none mentioned.
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Chapters
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Discover effective ways to follow up after a job interview.
Strategies for Job Interview Follow-Up
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Discover effective ways to follow up after a job interview.
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Transcript
Automatic transcript. May contain errors.0:28This episode is brought to you by Google Chrome. of America for a reason. With SUVs made to move with your rhythm. The versatile Equinox tackles your entire day. The spacious Traverse fits your crew and your whole weekend. And tracks bring style with value you can count on. All infused with tech that has your back. So your drive always hits the right chord. Chevrolet. Together let's drive. Three ways to follow up after a job interview. Send something like this the day after your interview. Thank you so much for your time yesterday and for giving me the chance to share my interest and qualifications for the job.
1:09I particularly enjoyed learning about how your company has a training program for new employees that gives them the overview of different units and career paths. I look forward to hearing from you. If you haven't heard back from the hiring manager within a week of the time frame they gave you, you can send something like this. I wanted to follow up on my interview on this date for that position. I was wondering if you had any news about the position. I enjoyed our discussion and getting to know more about the company. Of the companies I've engaged with during my job search, I was particularly impressed by your commitment to training and development.
1:47I felt that this growth mindset was a good fit for my career aims. Please let me know if there's any additional information I can provide. I'm excited about the opportunity to work with you at your company. If there's a big change to your situation before you hear back, send something like this. I wanted to follow up with you on my interview on this date for that position. Since we had a chance to talk, I received a job offer from another firm. However, your role as a leader in the field of this area, along with your commitment to developing the careers of your employees, is impressive, and I'm excited about the prospect of working with you.
2:21If you have any news about the position, I would like to know as I evaluate the offer I'm considering.
From the publisher
3 Ways to Follow Up After a Job Interview
21 Aug 2024
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When you’re waiting to hear back about a job offer, being overly eager or pushy might actually hurt your chances of getting the role. Often, it’s better just to wait. There are, however, three points in the process when it may actually be in your best interest to shoot the hiring manager a note.
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