Follow-up to how to address employer?

Question

So I emailed my "employer" with "Mr. Doe," but in his reply, he signed it John. Should I still keep calling him Mr. Doe? (Still email, btw, have yet to see him after the interview) (Introduced himself as John in the interview.)

What should I do?

Answer 1

Normally, I would address him as Mr. Doe, but if he is signing his name as just "John" and not "John Doe" then I think you would be safe either way. You can use his first name and still sound professional in your correspondance.

And an FYI - employers are going to hire someone that they like -not necessarily the most qualified person. (they want the best package deal - not just a smart candidate who has no personality!) Once you get past the initial formalities, I think its okay to be SLIGHTLY more relaxed. . . which could in some circumstances mean calling him by his first name (if thats how HE Is most comfortable).

But, you should do whatever you are comfortable with. . .Good luck with it all!

Answer 2

If it is someone you dont know call him Mr.
He would not sign his name Mr. Doe., but by his first and last name.

Answer 3

In correspondence, its always most appropriate to address your employer with 'Mr. Doe' - with their family name only.
In person, as per north American culture, you may call by their first name 'John'.

Answer 4

Stay with Mr. Doe until you are told otherwise. Better safe than sorry