Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Reasons to Always Send Thank You Notes

Only 10% of all candidates send thank you notes after job interviews. You can maximize your chances of securing a position by sending a thank you note within 24 hours after an interview. Make sure you get the exact title and names of all those with whom you have interviewed and take the time to write a thank you to each of them.

6 Reasons to Send a Thank You Note

Thank you notes:

1. Remind the hiring manager who you are


2. Show the hiring manager that you really want the job

3. Enable you to highlight your unique ability to provide solutions and benefits will help the employer achieve specific goals

4. Illustrate your understanding of the importance of proper business etiquette and politeness in building professional relationships

5. Make you stand out since 90% of all candidates don’t send thank you notes

6. Might give you a second chance if your interview did not go as well as you had hoped it would

To maximize the benefit of sending thank you notes you can send an e-mail (for speed) and then send a handwritten note with your name printed or embossed on the note and the envelope. This will impress the employer and make you stand out from the rest of the candidates.

Every extra self-marketing tool can make a major difference in whether you are selected for the job.

For help in writing, or to purchase printed or embossed personalized thank you notes visit Thank You Notes.

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