In our conversation, you highlighted some emerging trends in food packaging. “Hi Sue, We spoke last month about the product manager position at XYZ Industries. If that person hears from you and has an update? She’ll absolutely be in touch. Keep it simple and brief, and don’t ask for anything back. Maybe thanking her for a bit of advice that you employed. This could mean forwarding an article that you think she’ll find interesting, or congratulating her if you notice she’s been promoted or earned some sort of recognition. And in doing so, you will also (by default) remind her that you’re still out there. It’s about offering something of value to your contact. Now, this is not about harassment: “Did I get the job?” “Do you have a job for me?” “Did you make a decision?” Not at all. But it’s so important, and it should be used throughout your career to keep your network fresh and engaged. This is the job search technique people tend to stink at the most-the periodic check-in. If Things Drag Out, Check in (Periodically) And once you’re in? You can build a long-term professional relationship with that person, whether you end up landing the job or not. Did you see it? I’ll be happy to forward it to you.” Or maybe, “I read a New York Times article about how Coca-Cola is employing brand strategy in this same way. He leads a dragon boat team right here in Portland.” “You want to start dragon boat racing? I’d love to introduce you to my former colleague. Instead, you should create a logical reason for connecting, then ask if she’s OK with it while you’re at the interview. That said- you don’t want to ambush anyone with your request, or leave the decision-maker wondering what your motives are (and please-no generic connection requests!). So it’s perfectly appropriate to connect on LinkedIn after the interview. Hey, this is a potential long-term professional relationship in the making. Ask if You Can Connect via LinkedIn (Then Do) Use this moment to affirm to the hiring manager that you’re on top of things and would bring a ton of value into the position for which you’re interviewing. From your laptop in the parking lot, if you really want to wow them. I encourage job seekers to get thank-you notes out (to each individual they’ve met in the interview process) immediately after the interview. Thank-you notes matter: They give you a terrific opportunity to follow up with the decision-maker right away. Get That Thank-You Note Out (With Lightning Speed) And certainly, if I may provide any additional information to support your decision-making process, please let me know!” 2. I’m eager to hear when you have an update. You mentioned that your team would be finalizing a hiring decision on the Marketing Manager position this week. “Hi Sue-I hope you’re having a great week. Don’t be pushy, but a quick note is perfect: If the she says she’ll be contacting candidates within a week, and it’s day 9? It’s completely OK to touch base and remind her of the timetable she gave you. But if you ask the interviewer what happens next, you know exactly when it’s acceptable to follow up. Ask About Next Steps (Before You Leave the Interview)Īs a recruiter, it stuns me that so few people end the conversation with this interview question. With that in mind, here are a few ways you can ease the “staying in touch” part of the job search equation: 1.
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