To all of our corporate girlies, we know this job market is tough! But we’re here to share with you an underrated job hunt secret weapon: the post-interview thank you note! While most job seekers are busy scrolling Instagram, you could be sliding into a hiring manager's inbox with a game-changing message that screams "I'm the one!" Seriously, this isn't just another corporate courtesy—it's your professional glow-up strategy. We're breaking down how this tiny note can be your ticket to landing that dream job, turning awkward interview moments into opportunities, and basically showing the corporate world that you're not just looking for a job, you're curating a career. Ready to level up your professional game? Keep reading for the ultimate thank you note intel that'll have recruiters sliding into your DMs! Let's explore the pros and cons:

Pros:

Shows the interviewer an attention to detail, follow through and promptness.
Displays professional courtesy for the interviewer's time and consideration.
Reiterates your interest in the position.
Allows yourself to be in front of the interviewer again and reiterate why you are the best candidate for the job.
Allows you to add anything you may have forgotten to mention during the interview and/or clarify anything that you felt wasn't communicated properly.
Demonstrates your written communication skills.
Sets you apart from other candidates.

Cons:

Your thank you note may be ignored.

Within 24 hours after your interview, follow up with a thank you e-mail. Here is a sample:

Good afternoon [hiring manager],

Thank you for taking the time to speak with me yesterday. It was a pleasure meeting with you, and I truly enjoyed learning more about the role and the company. I'm inspired by the vision and goals of [company], and I'm thrilled to be considered for the role of [insert role here].

This role particularly resonates with me because [add in why you’re a good fit here]. I believe that this position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact. It's exciting to think about the potential to contribute to [insert company name] mission of [insert mission statement of company].

I am genuinely excited about the opportunity to join the team and contribute to its continued success. Thank you again for your time and consideration. I look forward to the next steps and the possibility of working together to further elevate [company’s] impact and reach.

Best regards

Make sure to include something personal from the interview, so that the interviewer can remember you from the all of the other applicants. After you send your thank you note, wait patiently. There is no need for further follow up, unless otherwise stated by the interviewer.

While sending a post-interview thank you note will not guarantee that you land the job, there is certainly no harm in going the extra mile.