Cover Letter – After Interview: Thank You Letter

January 1, 2006

Larry Spratt
3978 Fluent Drive
Los Angeles, CA 93587
Dear Ms. Spratt:
I sincerely appreciate the assistance and support you provided me during my search for new employment. I'm pleased to let you know that I have accepted a position with _______________(COMPANY) in _______________(LOCATION). While leaving so many old friends here in _______________(LOCATION) is difficult, I am looking forward to making new friends, having an excellent career opportunity, and enjoying the fabled _______________(LOCATION) lifestyle. I find in _______________(COMPANY) many of the positive qualities of progressive business leadership that I found at _______________(COMPANY).

Looking for a new job can be intimidating, overwhelming, and downright scary. That is why it is so important to have assistance with the process—especially having someone like you to help.

Thank you again for your help and support. I hope we can make a mutual effort to stay in touch in the future.

Sincerely,

Drew Sterling

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January 1, 2006

Frank Erlick
38745 Tommy Avenue
Alexandria, OH 45440-0195

Dear Mr. Erlick:

Thank you for meeting with me recently to discuss my continuing efforts to reposition myself in the field of _______________(FIELD). I really appreciate the information you gave me concerning the various opportunities I have open to me at this time.

As I mentioned in our appointment, I am planning to continue my research before targeting any specific career goal. As I refine my ideal job description, I may give you a call to expand upon some of the issues we have already discussed or to explore a possible new opportunity. I certainly value your input and advice and plan to contact you again in the near future.

Thank you again for being so supportive and informative. You truly did make a difference.

Sincerely,

Drew Sterling

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January 1, 2006

Patricia Jones
24045 Winward Drive
New York, NY 10056
Dear Ms. Jones:
I just wanted to let you know that things are going well for me and that I am beginning the process of settling into my new career. I also wanted to thank you for your expertise and time in my job search and for the invaluable advice assistance you rendered. I couldn’t have done it without your help.

You were the first person I talked to in my quest for employment and I think I was both fortunate and lucky to have contacted you. I felt a tremendous amount of support from you and I cannot begin to tell you how important this has been. I have talked to _______________(NAME) and I had lunch with _______________(NAME), who also turned out to be very helpful. I received the name of another person and I will be meeting with that person in the next few days.

It is so rewarding when a senior member of a profession takes the time to give back to the field in this manner—and I feel very lucky to be the one receiving the benefit of your experience. I look forward to our meeting again in the future and continuing the mentoring process we have begun.

Sincerely,

Drew Sterling

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January 1, 2006

Mary Eddg
1587 LaCasita Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94538

Dear Ms. Eddg:

I want to thank you and the other staff members at _______________(COMPANY) for taking a day to get acquainted. For me, it was a day well spent. I see now why _______________(ACTIVITY) is so important to _______________(COMPANY). Furthermore, after a day of learning and reflection, I'm positive that I can contribute to the _______________(FIELD) field in a positive way.
My career search has been a powerful and positive experience. It seemed likely that my next job would come from the recommendation of a friend and I’m glad it was you.
If at any time in the future with my new company I may be of assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Drew Sterling

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January 1, 2006

Michelle Jester
28799 Washington Drive
Seattle, WA 98455
Dear Ms. Jester:
As you know, sometimes it is a challenge to make the exact contact necessary in a job search that can truly make a difference. Thank you for getting me in the door at _______________(COMPANY). The invaluable contact you gave me was certainly the right one. I have been able to talk with _______________(NAME) and schedule an interview. I am excited about the process of determining if an employment possibility exists at this time.

Since we last spoke, I have followed your advice and have _______________(ACTIVITY). You were right, it has certainly helped me with _______________(ACCOMPLISHMENT). I plan to continue _______________(ACTIVITY) until I have _______________(ITEM). Thank you for both your advice and career guidance. I know it will help me in my future quest for employment.

In the meantime, I'd also like to thank you for your help and cooperation in my career search. You provided necessary encouragement, motivation, and support and it has made a tremendous difference over the past few months while I have been looking for a new job.

Sincerely,

Drew Sterling

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