Is the post-interview thank-you note dead?
Thank-you notes after job interviews: Savvy, or outdated? It's a hot topic again after Morning Brew cofounder Alex Lieberman wrote in a LinkedIn post that he's "floored" by how few job candidates send him a note post-interview. Some commenters said thank-you notes are less relevant since the pandemic, with expectations shifting and more interviews taking place remotely. Others argued that a thank-you note "still stands out every single time someone does it." From the most downbeat of commenters, one simple declaration: "Etiquette no longer exists."
That’s exactly what I think and will keep it in mind for future hiring.
What I appreciate the most is the thank you note following the interview and the initiative to find the answers to the missed questions.
The interview doesn't end when you walk out of the room or click off the zoom.
What you do next could make or break you.
I've been on the hiring side and on the candidate side, and I can tell you with confidence that sending a follow-up email makes a difference.
About 2 hours after your interview, you should send a follow-up "Thank You" email that:
Thanks to the hiring manager/team for their time and consideration.
Reaffirms your interest in the role and the company.
Highlights that you are awaiting feedback and next steps.
This could be the one factor that elevates you over the next best candidate.
Hiring managers want to hire someone excited about the opportunity. Show them you are excited.