Whenever you give an interview you must realize that interview is not a one-way but a two-way event. Yes, it is true that the discussion revolves around the interviewee but that does not make the interviewer any less important. The panel should know that you appreciate the fact they gave you an opportunity to present in front of them, and you also appreciate the time they have taken out for you.
How can you appreciate them or show your gratitude? This is exactly where the “Thankyou letter/email” comes in. A Thankyou Email shows that you are considerate enough to acknowledge the time of the interviewer, irrespective of the possibility of you getting the job (although it does bring you into the spotlight increasing your chances of getting the job as compared to the rest of the candidates).
This appreciation letter does not have to be very fancy and filled with good words but can be a small paragraph with few lines showing them that you really appreciate the time they have given you and also if chosen you will really be an asset to the company and never take the opportunity for granted.
Is it appropriate for one to send A Thank-You email?
A lot of people might feel that it is not proper etiquette to send an email after you give an interview as it might sound “unnecessary” to them, they might bring up questions like “what is the need to write the mail when the selection is going to be solely on the basis of my performance in the interview” but this attitude is not very helpful.
Writing a Thank-Email is rather the right way to move ahead after the interview, it is not just a nice gesture but also adds to your job search process and helps make it a little easier. You need to make it a habit to write a thank you email and understand that this is not optional to do so, then only you will inculcate the habit of doing the same.
How to Write the Thank You email?
Now that we understand the need to write a thank you letter, let us see what the appropriate way to write such an email showing appreciation and gratitude is. What should one keep in mind while they are writing the email? Should they just right a vague paragraph with scripted lines and send it after their interview?
No, one should rather understand the fact that this email is going to either build up or break my personality, this particular email is going to set up my impression in whatever way I wish that to happen. So frame wisely.
Pointers to remember
There are some key points that will help you in framing a wise Thank You that you will be able to share after any and every interview you go through.
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One needs to be Highly Specific with their word choice, you cannot write long paragraphs with stories and random details. Talk about the organization’s staff, and appreciate how they work and their methods. Show that you are interested in working with them and most importantly you are willing to stick by them for the long term, and you are not joining them for merely your interest but you are also willing to put your potential to get their growth.
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The letter you write has to be short and sweet, focus on the part where you appreciate them for the time and effort they gave you and took your interview. They gave you the opportunity to present yourself in front of them. Not everyone plans to do so, therefore the fact that the candidate appreciates the time of the interviewer makes them a potential employee already.
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You can stop there, but if you wish to, you can take one more step and write about the organization, a short paragraph telling about how you appreciate the work and coordination of the organization and how you can contribute to the organization. What you can do with your position in the company and how can you be an asset to the company (optional step)?
Conclusion
When hundreds of people apply for a vacancy you need to do something extra to make sure you are chosen, and writing a Thank You email will surely put you in the limelight. It is true that your interview is what decides if you will be chosen or not, but a thank you letter definitely increases your chances for the same.
Even if not for selfish reasons, one should still write the email and appreciate it if someone gives them their time. Highly recommend you focus on the kind of questions asked in the interview, prepare well, and best of luck. Most importantly, Be yourself, Love yourself!
