You worked hard to get an interview, you researched the company and you presented yourself well to the hiring manager.  You left the interview feeling confident. Now what?There are important professional steps you need to take whether you left the interview feeling like this would be the right next step in your career or not.  If you want the position, you need to make sure the hiring manager knows you do and is strongly considering your qualifications and potential contribution.  If you don’t feel this is the right position for you, make sure you have appropriate closure with the company to keep your professional reputation intact.  Following are important steps you need to take if you do want the position:Follow-up StepsInterview Assessment

If you are working with a recruiter call them soon after your interview:

Thank you noteIt’s pretty standard knowledge that a thank you note is a vital part of the interviewing process, but what is unclear is what should be in the note.  Merely thanking someone for interviewing you does nothing more than show that you are polite.  What you want to do is reinforce why they need to hire you.  First things first, make sure you have the correct spelling and title for everyone you met with.  It is acceptable to send your letter via email for quickest delivery or you can mail it as long as you send it right away so they receive it before they have made a decision.  Make sure you either type the letter with a handwritten signature or that you have clear handwriting and that the stationary is professional with a matching envelope.Here’s how to do it:

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Getting the interview was an accomplishment.  Presenting yourself as a strong candidate at the interview was another.  The last thing you want to do is drop the ball before closing the deal.  Follow up on every interview with as much professionalism as you showed to get the interview and you are sure to impress.