Job Interview Follow Up - What are Your Next Steps?

Job interviews usually last about 20-40 minutes. Be conscious of this; however do not look at your watch. Always let the interviewer initiate the close of the job interview. After the job interview, it is advisable not sit near the phone awaiting the offer. Do not call the interviewer back immediately to know the result. Instead, after the job interview is over, send a thank you note to company where you have attended the interview. Employers will be pleased to see your thank you note. Job interview thank you note is a form of courtesy that you can show towards your employer. You can differentiate yourself from other candidates by giving a thank you note. It also indicates that you are very much interested in the job. Improve your chances of selection by following below steps.

• When you come out of the interview room, you should review how you went. A good idea is to jot these ideas down. Ask yourself the following questions. If you could do the interview again, what would you do differently? What do you think you handled well? What didn’t you do well?
• Almost immediately after an interview, you should write a thank-you letter to the interviewer(s). You can use e-mail to do this, but sending a letter or card is more thoughtful.
• Thank-you letters should express gratitude for the interview opportunity, particular attention or kindness shown to you, assistance provided, or other experience that provided a memorable occasion for you. If you forget to mention some key information or experience, a letter gives you the opportunity to put things straight – but keep it brief.
• Reconfirm your interest in working for the company and indicate that you hope to hear positive news soon.
• If you do not hear from the interviewer by the time he or she indicated, or within a reasonable amount of time from your interview - two weeks or so, you should call or e-mail the interviewer to inquire about the status of their selection process.
• If a decision has not yet been made, ask the interviewer when he or she believes it will be made. If you have another offer, but would like to know about this interview outcome before making a decision, tell the interviewer. It may speed up the process.
• If you were not selected, try to find out what the interviewer would recommend to you that could improve your chances at your next interview. Some employers are willing to provide feedback on request.
• If you don't get the job and don't agree with the feedback do not be rude or offensive to employers. Remember they are just doing their job. Just write it off and go find that company that can appreciate your skills.
• If a decision has been made and you are selected, congratulations!

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