Chapter 12
Closing the Show
In This Chapter
Closing an interview like a pro
Pursuing the job without being a pest
Winning with a thanks/marketing letter
Following up the interview
Improving interviews with a post-interview checklist
Curtain call time! You sense that it’s almost the moment to go. The interview seems to be winding down. In most instances, a job offer doesn’t come at this point.
How can you be sure the interview is almost over? Watch for these nonverbal clues: The interviewer may begin shuffling papers, glancing at a wall clock or watch, stretching silences, and perhaps standing up. Then you hear words that confirm your hunch:
Thanks for coming in. We’ll be interviewing more candidates through the next week or so. After that, I’ll probably get back to you about a second interview.
Thanks for talking with me. I think your qualifications make you a definite candidate for ...