4 Must Dos for Interview Follow Up

A no‑fluff summary of “4 Must Dos for Interview Follow Up” by Mac Prichard on Mac’s List:

1. Ask About Next Steps

Wrap up the interview by asking directly:

• What comes next?
• Will there be more interviews?
• When can you expect a decision?

Getting a clear timeline in the interview gives you the right moment to reach back out—don’t leave it to guessing. (Mac’s List, Mac’s List, Mac’s List)

2. Send a Thank‑You Note—Fast

Within an hour of your meeting, email each interviewer:

• Be courteous and professional.
• Reference something specific from your conversation (e.g. “I’ll definitely check out that resource you mentioned”).
  Even better: follow that with a handwritten thank‑you card the same or next day. It shows extra care and a higher level of interest. (Mac’s List, Mac’s List)

3. Get Connected on LinkedIn

Afterwards, send a connection invite to the interviewer—ideally a note explaining why:

• Mention something from your shared discussion.
• Keep it professional. Skip Facebook or other social networks.
  This shows you’re current on how professionals connect and also keeps the door open longer. (Mac’s List, Mac’s List)

4. Use That Anchor to Touch Base Later

Identify something you discussed—a book, common interest, article—and use it later as a reason to check in:

• After the stated timeline has passed, send a polite email referencing that anchor point.
• Ask if they’d like more info or an update from you.

This helps you stay on their radar without coming off as impatient. Even if you didn’t get the job, the right follow‑up can position you for future opportunities. (Mac’s List, Mac’s List)

Final Thoughts

• These steps aren’t optional—they’re expected by many hiring pros.
• Don’t wait weeks to check in if you’ve been given a timeline.
• Thoughtfulness counts: a timely email plus a mailed note still stands out.

You can nail this follow‑up process by combining respect, clarity, and professional persistence. Let me know if you’d like tailored templates or help crafting your note.

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