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The Power of Follow-Up: Solidify Your Candidacy After the Interview

Updated: Sep 19

Solidify Your Candidacy After the Interview

Originally featured in our LinkedIn newsletter, this blog offers a deep dive into building a valuable partnership with a professional recruiter. Want more insights like this? Subscribe to our updates on LinkedIn at Blackmere Candidate Connection.


Congratulations! You aced the interview, now what? A well-crafted follow-up email is the final touchpoint to solidify your candidacy and leave a lasting positive impression on the hiring manager. Here's a roadmap to crafting a powerful follow-up email:

1.  Express Gratitude Promptly:

Send your thank-you email within 24 hours of your interview while the conversation is still fresh in the interviewer's mind. Here's how to structure your opening:

  • Personalize the greeting: Address the email to the interviewer by name, demonstrating respect and attentiveness.

  • Express sincere gratitude: Thank the interviewer for their time and consideration during the interview.

  • Blackmere's interview coaching services can help you draft a personalized opening that sets the right tone and highlights your professionalism.  Our coaches will guide you in crafting a message that expresses your appreciation and subtly reinforces your key qualifications.


2.  Reiterate Your Enthusiasm:

Restate your strong interest in the position and the company.

  • Highlight something specific: Briefly mention a specific aspect of the interview or conversation that solidified your interest in the opportunity.

  • Example: "My conversation with you further solidified my interest in this exciting opportunity. Learning more about [mention something specific you learned] truly resonated with my passion for [your relevant skill or area of interest]."


3.  Showcase Your Value Proposition:

Reinforce why you're the ideal candidate. Briefly showcase a specific achievement or skill you discussed in the interview that directly addresses a need of the company.

  • Example: "My experience in [mention specific skill] during my previous role at [previous company] allowed me to [mention a quantifiable achievement]. I am confident that I can apply these skills and experiences to contribute significantly to your team, particularly in [mention a specific area you could contribute to based on the interview]."


4.  Reiterate Your Key Strengths:

Subtly remind the interviewer of your key strengths that directly align with the job description and the conversation you had.

  • Example: "I am confident that I possess the qualifications and enthusiasm you are seeking in a [Job Title]. My strengths in [mention 2-3 key strengths] would allow me to seamlessly integrate into your team and make a positive impact from day one."


5.  Express Your Availability (Optional):

If applicable, you can politely express your availability for next steps in the hiring process.


6.  Proofread and Send:

Carefully proofread your email for any typos or grammatical errors before sending. A polished email reflects your professionalism and attention to detail.


By following these tips and crafting a personalized, well-written thank-you email, you'll leave a lasting positive impression and increase your chances of landing your dream job!


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