I was interviewed by the manager, then the supervisor came in to tell me a little bit about the job. I don't recall her name. The only thing I know is what department she works in. I tried calling to get her name but had no luck. Is it okay to just ask the manager to pass along my thanks? I dont want this to hurt my chances. Also, is it acceptable to just write on regular printing paper or does it need to be something special?
2006-08-23 03:31:01 · 7 answers · asked by lovemealways 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
If I just send one, that may look bad that I didn't thank the others?
2006-08-23 03:37:47 · update #1
In my professional opinion, as a former Director of Career Services, sending thank you notes is extremely important. They can help you to stand out from the crowd. Oftentimes when candidates for positions are very close those who do outstanding follow-up may be able to use that to separate themselves from the competition. I would always follow-up with a thank you for any interview and BE SURE TO FOLLOW-UP WITH EVERYONE YOU MET! If you met and interviewed with 5 different people, then you will want to send 5 separate thank you notes.
Good luck. Hope you get the job. Remember, strong follow-up can help set you apart. Not following up can cost you the job.
2006-08-23 04:37:37 · answer #1 · answered by The Professor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can go to Walmart and pick up a pack of blank "Thank you" cards for under $5. I would just send the card to the manager's attention with a little note like,
Thank you for taking the time to speak with me regarding the _________ position. I am also very appreciative to have been given the opportunity to meet the department supervisor as well. The additional information she provided was very informative and extremely helpful.
I look forward to hearing from you with your decision.
Thank you again for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
_______________
I hope this helps. Good luck!
2006-08-23 03:40:17 · answer #2 · answered by Angie P. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd just thank the manager and not worry about mentioning the supervisor.. ..that would just show you don't remember her name and be a little tacky. I wouldn't worry because the manager is likely the one w/ the final decision and the one you want to impress the most.
For interview thank yous, I'd type it up on plain white copier paper; in letter format.
2006-08-23 03:36:10 · answer #3 · answered by dwitejones 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As both a manager and a former supervisor, I have interviewed many job candidates and never received a written "thank-you." I have also never sent a written "thank-you" after being interviewed. I have never heard of this being done and I wouldn't personally recommend doing so.
2006-08-23 03:39:30 · answer #4 · answered by DickJoy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I sent a thank you once for a job I didn't get. The other four times I have interviewed and gotten the job I didn't bother with a thank you. In one of my college courses they recommended doing a thank you, but I think it is taught as best practice but really doesn't matter. If they liked you, you will get the job and a piece of paper thanking them will be negligible.
2006-08-23 03:46:28 · answer #5 · answered by vegmaleah 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To rltouhe, sending a thank you note isn't necassarily sucking up. It's the considerate thing to do. It's about having manners, expecially if you enjoyed the interview, and the people you met in the process.
2006-08-23 03:53:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
why do you feel like you have to send a thank you note?
Sucking up is very visible and people don't normally hire or promote suck ups unless they are the president of the US and you are an intern (Clinton and Monica).
2006-08-23 03:37:46 · answer #7 · answered by rltouhe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋