30 second sneak peak: Cover letters and Thank you notes
Dave Martin
Director of Executive Recruiting, Global Executive Talent Acquisition based at Corporate HQ.
I was at a networking function recently and the question was asked, "Do you need to send a Cover Letter?" I did not hesitate when I responded. Definitely! Cover Letters and Thank you notes are the price of admission. Does every recruiter or hiring manager read them? Probably not but it is a courtesy that you should provide if you decide to apply to the organization. The same goes for thank you notes. Remember this new role, if you get it, could impact your life in a great way! Why take the short cut and just send your resume? Write up a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the role, how your background aligns with the position, and close by stating you are looking forward to hearing from the prospective employer. I will let you in on a secret....this is also a great way to warm up to the question TMAY(Tell me about yourself). The thank you notes should be short and sweet. Just be courteous and thank them for the time and that you remain very interested in the position. It is always good if you loop in something you connected on with the interviewer. Don't complicate it and do not write a long thank you note. Okay, that is all I have for now. Good luck and happy job seeking!
Visualizing and Embracing Change
5 年Dave, thank you for clarifying this question especially since I often see the cover letter as an option.?
I Help Mid-Career Professionals Find a Job They Love or Love the Job They Have // Executive & Career Transition Coach // Host - The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
5 年Dave?- This is SPOT ON! Thank you notes are a lost art and they make a great impression. Can never go wrong sending a thank you note.?
Assistant General Counsel, Special Olympics
5 年Thanks Dave. Very helpful
Assistant General Counsel, Special Olympics
5 年Dave thanks so much. This was very helpful.
Chief Financial Officer at Tester Construction Group
5 年I would say that you would be surprised, but in your role I'm sure you see it a lot.? I've interviewed about 10 individuals over the past year and I have only received 1 "thank you note'.? As a hiring manager I see that as someone who isn't as excited in the role enough to simply thank me for my time.? It's not the deciding factor, but it doesn't help if I am on the fence.?