You nailed the interview, walked out confident, and then silence. A well-crafted follow-up can tip the decision in your favour.
When to Follow Up
Send a thank-you email within 24 hours. If no response after one week, send a polite check-in. Keep it brief and professional.
The Perfect Thank-You Email
Include three things: gratitude for their time, a specific reference to something discussed in the interview, and a brief reinforcement of why you are excited about the role.
The Check-In Email
Keep it to 3-4 sentences, positive in tone, and easy to respond to. Ask a simple question about the timeline.
Track Your Follow-Ups
One of the biggest challenges is remembering when and whom to follow up with across multiple companies. My Career Hub automatically detects interview emails and keeps your pipeline updated, so you always know which companies need attention.
What Not to Do
Do not follow up more than twice. Do not call the office unless asked. Do not connect on LinkedIn immediately after. Patience and professionalism win the day.