Thank-you letters

It is always a best practice to send a thank-you letter immediately following a job interview. Most often, these letters will be sent as email messages so that you can immediately follow up, either the same day or the next. A well-written thank-you letter instantly sets you apart from other candidates, many of whom won’t take the time to write. A little extra effort and you’re way ahead of everyone else.
If you met with one person, send one email. If you met with six people, send six emails, each a little different so that you can address the specific needs, questions and concerns voiced by each interviewer.
What constitutes a well-written thank-you letter?
1. It is short and to the point, with a few brief paragraphs and/or succinct list of bullet points. Although the proper thank-you is important, this letter is so much more. It is your opportunity to reiterate key points, further reinforce your value as a candidate, and remind your interviewer why you’re such a good match for the job and the company.
2. It is generally comprised of 3 distinct sections – the opening (brief thank-you for the actual interview), the middle (the real substance of the letter), and the closing (your follow-up action).
3. It is your platform to share additional information and/or elaborate on things that were discussed during the interview. That might include specific skills, qualifications, achievements, honors/awards, project highlights, or other information that is directly relevant to the position and strongly supports your candidacy.
4. It is your chance to address any perceived negatives that your interview may have expressed. In just a sentence or two, you can, hopefully, dismiss those concerns once you understand them.
Companies want to hire people who have the right skills and experience, but who are also excited at the prospect of working for the company. Let your thank-you letters communicate interest and enthusiasm, while solidifying your most essential qualifications. If you can do that, you’ll find that you’ve positioned yourself at the very top of the candidate list.