But Now What

I am not sure if it is because of my age of where I am currently in life, but it seems that I know a lot of people who are interviewing for career changes, new jobs or leaving their current positions to pursue their dreams. I am often joking that there is something in the air, but I really do believe that. People in my inner circle are adopting the motto “No better time than the present” and I am really excited about all the new developments that are have come to the forefront. Most of these things have been accomplished through interviewing and business introductions. One of the things that I know a lot of them have struggled with is how to follow up after their interviews or meeting. In our technology driven society does an email do the trick or do you send an Edible Arrangement. When this was something I began to struggle with, and couldn’t come to a consistent answer, I began to ask people who have been in the workforce for a while what their general practices were and I am excited to share the news with you!

In the beginning, people interviewing you know that you are just starting out, and while it’s nice to send a gift, it is not necessary. On the other hand, while a thank you email is nice, it does not always cut it. The one thing that has been consistent how much people love receiving hand written cards. So what I have adopted into practice is always having beautiful cards on hand that I can send out. Spend the money and get a box of cards that you feel represent you. After a meeting/informational/interview, send a thank you email, but then also follow-up with a thank you card. Few people send hand written cards anymore, so the card will set you apart for everyone else, but it can also serve as a reminder a few days after you meeting. Make sure the card is sent out within 3 days of your meeting, just so that the card is still relevant when it is received, and it is also the professional thing to do!