2. Developing a Thank You Letter

3. The Thank You letter… Provides additional information Expresses interest in the job Keeps the lines of communication open

4. What format should I use? There are 3 different types of thank you letters to consider: Business Letter Email Message Hand-written Card

5. Business Letter Advantages  Room for details  Standard, professional  Showcase skills  Attention to details  More traditional Disadvantages  Not received immediately  Not easy to forward to others  Un-techie communication

6. Email Message Advantages  Room for details  Fast receipt  Easy to forward  Showcase skills  Attention to details Disadvantages  Less formal and professional

7. Hand-Written Card Advantages  Personal touch  Traditional Disadvantages  Less professional  Doesn’t showcase skills  Hard to forward

8. Planning… Skills, experience, or education interviewers asked? Topics or issues that came up? Key topics? Needs or problems position addressed? What information was provided? More information that can be provided?

9. Thank recipient Restate interest in position Invite recipient to contact with questions Include contact information

10. For more information, please contact us! Nicole Willis Email: nicole.willis@browardschools.com Phone: 754-321-5179 Jill Holste Email: jill.holste@browardschools.com http://www.facebook.com/mcfatterjobs Kelly Ellis Phone: 754-321-5514 or 954-303-2824