Posted by: Michael Farley | January 13, 2010

Sample Thank You Letter

As promised, I am enclosing a sample thank you letter that I have crafted and utilized repeatedly. It is short, succinct and direct. It synthesizes your appreciation to the interviewer(s) considering your candidacy while expressing your sincere enthusiasm and interest in the company and the position.  Just as important, this is your final opportunity to reiterate why you are the best candidate for the job and to address any potential concerns or reservations raised by the interviewer during your meeting regarding your qualifications and ability to perform at a high level.  Ultimately, this is your chance to emphasize your confidence in your ability to add value and make a strong contribution to the company.  Feel free to utilize as much or as little as you deem fit, as I hope that it serves you as well as it has served me.  Cheers!

Sample Thank You Letter

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Responses

  1. Is adding the phrase “challenging” implies that the job is not as easy as it sounds?

    • The term “challenging” appears in the last sentence of the 1st paragraph: “To become a member of the [Insert Department Name] Team at [Insert Company Name] would certainly be an exciting and challenging prospect.” My expectation is that the position will be challenging, but rewarding. I want the interviewer to think that I am seeking out new challenges, not an easy 9 to 5 job. Simply put, I am trying to create a favorable impression.


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