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How to follow up the interview

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To follow up effectively after your job interview, remember these steps:

Ask questions

Always ask the interviewer about the next steps and expected timeframes before you leave the interview.

Say thank you

Send a short thank you email with 24 hours of the interview. You may with to re-emphasise why you believe you are a strong fit or clarify any gaps but remember, this is not the interview. Keep it short and simple.

Follow up

If you haven't heard back within the expected timeframes, it is reasonable to check in via phone or email without sounding pushy.

Follow up email samples

Hi [name],

Thank you for you time yesterday. It was great to meet you and to learn more about the position and the company. I look forward to hearing from you in a few weeks’ time as discussed; in the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact me on [mobile number] if you have any follow up questions.

Good morning.

I just wanted to follow up in regards to my interview on [date or last week]. Do you have any update, or need any further information from me? Feel free to give me a call when you have a moment.

Hi [name],

I hope you are having a great week. You mentioned that HR will be finalising the decision on the Sales position this week. I am keen to hear from you if you have an updated. If you required any additional information to support your decision-making process, please let me know.

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