Interview Follow Up - Thank You Letter with Objectives

Next Steps...

It is so awkward when you reach the end of the interview and there is dead air moment. To counter this awkwardness, keep the energy up and ask about next steps.

Ask if there is anything you can provide the manager after the interview. Now this doesn’t have to be just references, this could be samples of work, references, or even a plan of action.


Write a Thank You letter
To even make this happen, you need to get a business card from the hiring manager. And while you are at it, get the contact information of the person who contacted you originally for the job. Whether it’s the office manager, an HR person, or whoever made the connection so you could have the interview. It’s important to follow up these folks also to share your enthusiasm about the potential position.

When you leave the interview, take note on what were the important questions that the manager asked and also the problems that needed to be solved. These are the things that need to be addressed in the letter. Please, please, please do not use phrases like; “I really believe the culture and the environment are a true fit for me.” STOP making the Thank You letter a Thank I letter.

First, address the fact the manager took time out of their day to speak with you. Show some admiration for what they do!

Second, address what you found interesting about the team or company.

Third, address what you could do to make a positive impact at the company. Do not use generic filler language!

Create specific tasks based off you conversation with the manager.

Good luck and GO GET ‘EM!!