Getting an Information Security Job For Dummies

Chapter 15

After the Interview

In This Chapter

Saying “thank you”

Making contact after the interview

Checking off reference, background, and credit information

Working out the details of your offer

Letting your current employer know you're moving on

Surviving and thriving in your new job

Even after a great interview, your job-hunting tasks aren't over. From writing thank-you notes to negotiating your job offer, in this chapter you look at what you need to do to seal the deal.

Writing a Thank-You Letter

Thank-you letters are one of the easiest — and most overlooked — ways to stand out as a job candidate. Think about it. You've no doubt spent many hours creating your resume, writing cover letters, applying for jobs, and preparing for and going to interviews. What's another ten minutes of your time to write a short note of gratitude? A thank-you note helps the interviewer remember who ...