How to Follow Up!

You already made a valuable first impression last week at the Isenberg Career Day, but now with a proper follow up letter you can make a lasting impact. Here are some tips for putting your best foot forward and establishing that anticipated connection.

Be Formal and Proper

Remember that although you may be in sweats while writing, you still have to maintain business etiquette. With this letter, you want to articulate with good manners why this company should consider you. Address your contact formally and avoid any improper language – save the hashtags for Twitter.

Remind the Recruiter Who You Are

But don’t rewrite your entire resume. Although these recruiters saw many students last Thursday, they will remember you. Use this follow up opportunity to touch upon some of your strengths that set you apart and that would make a valuable asset to their company. Make sure to thank the recruiter for their time; express appreciation for their interest, but remember that sincerity cannot be faked!

Maximize this Opportunity to Chat!

In case there was any part of your elevator pitch you forgot or didn’t get a chance to mention, use this opportunity of one-on-one time to say it! Career days can be nerve racking so it’s easy to forget a detail you wanted to mention. A follow up letter is a second chance to address any points you were not able to at the fair.

Take this initiative to connect with an important representative and further establish why any company would be lucky to have an Isenberg student on their team!

Article by Julia Malloy