How to write a thank you note after an informational interview (+ sample email template)

When you get the opportunity to meet someone you've reached out to, it's important that you send them a quick thank you to let them know that the session was not only valuable, but that you are actually taking action on their advice.

5 years ago   •   1 min read

By Rohan Mahtani

If you're a regular reader of our blog, you probably know how much we recommend networking. In fact, we've created a whole page with 25+ networking email templates you can use!

Today, we wanted to share one of the most requested email templates: a thank you note!

Why are thank you notes important?

When you get the opportunity to meet someone you've reached out to, it's important that you send them a quick thank you to let them know that the session was not only valuable, but that you are actually taking action on their advice.

Thank you notes are not only a great way to build on your relationship, but also ensures the interviewer or hiring manager remembers you.

Here's a sample thank you template you can use

Subject: Thanks for earlier, {Name}!
Hi Mischa,

It was such a pleasure to meet with you today! Thank you for taking the time to answer my (many) questions and talk about what it's like to work in Product Management and at Resume Worded - it seems like an amazing place to work.

I promise that I am going to take your advice and I will follow up with you to let you know how the rest of my search goes! I look forward to staying in touch.

Thanks again,
Rohan

It's good to send a note like this within 24 hours of the meeting.

Need more email templates? Check out our networking email templates!

Good luck

-Rohan :)

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