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DAE feel dumb for not sending thank you notes after a job interview?
I had a great chat with the hiring manager last week and thought it went well. But I never wrote a follow-up email, and now I'm worried it made me look bad. What do you usually do after an interview to stay on their radar?
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noahlee6mo ago
You know, sending a note now is better than nothing... it shows you care. @paul_morgan's story about his neighbor really hits home how people notice these things. I'd say don't overthink it, just be real and mention one thing you talked about. Keeping it short and friendly can keep you on their radar without seeming pushy. Sometimes, a late thank you can still catch their eye because it's a surprise...
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danielh816mo ago
On not sending thank you notes, I'd still shoot a quick email now.
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paul_morgan6mo ago
Yeah, shooting a quick email is smart. I once forgot to thank a client after a meeting, and they actually brought it up later. It was awkward, but I learned to always send something, even if it's late. Like last week, I sent a two-line email to my neighbor for helping me move, and he appreciated it more than I expected. Makes you realize how small gestures matter. Do you ever worry about coming off too formal in these notes?
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