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Thank You Letter

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Whenever you meet with someone or have an interview, you should always send a thank you letter. It shows that you appreciate the person taking time out to meet with you.

Why do you need to write a thank-you letter?

How do you write a thank-you letter?

It shows the person who interviewed you that you're thoughtful and capable.
It helps you stand out from other job candidates.
It keeps you in the interviewer's thoughts.
It gives you an opportunity to tell the interviewer why you're a good choice for the job.

Send a typed letter or E-mail within 24 hours of your meeting.
Thank the interviewer for the opportunity.
Tell the interviewer why you think you would be good at the job or what your important skills are.
Mention that you'll speak with him or her soon.

See examples of thank you letters to use after job interviews.