When we interview or meet people who are looking for a job or a new career opportunity, we are often asked by job seekers if they should send a “Thank You” note following a job interview. The answer is always yes, definitely! Sending a thank you note will put your application ahead of the pack immediately. Also, it is nice for a hiring manager to know that you appreciate their time and consideration for a job. Here are a few other reasons to send a thank you email or card: A thank note will confirm your interest in the position that you have just interviewed for. Writing a thank you note will show the hiring manager that you are organized, as well as a great communicator. If the hiring decision is equally divided between two candidates, a thank you note may tip the scales so that the person sending a thank you note is the person given a job offer. Tip: A thank you card can either be handwritten or emailed. A thank you card or email should be sent after an in-person interview, Facetime or Skype interview, or anytime you’ve spent some quality time with HR or the hiring …

