6 essential steps after a job interview!

Your meeting with a recruiter is over and you must feel relieved to have survived this stage. But what do you do after a job interview? Wait by the phone? Thank the recruiter? The moments that follow your interview are very important and can set you apart from other candidates. To stack the odds in your favor, you need to maintain contact with the recruiter without being too insistent.

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Here are 6 essential steps to take after a job interview.

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1. Find out more about the rest of the recruitment process

The end of the job interview is akey step, and one that should not be overlooked. Don't slack off - these last few minutes are often decisive. Most recruiters will ask you if you have any questions. This is the time to show your motivation by asking questions about the company and its environment, to ask for details about the position, but also about the next steps in recruitment. You should try to get accurate information from the recruiter to better prepare yourself for what comes next.

2. Send a thank you email

How to behave after an interview? At the end of your job interview, the recruiter has probably told you that he or she will get back to you as soon as possible or within ten days. Most candidates have the reflex to wait for the company's response, yet several simple actions can help you optimize your application.

There's no need to rush; the aim is for the recruiter not to forget you. Ideally, you should send it within 48h after the interview. Keep it simple and to the point. Thank the recruiter(s) for their time and fortheir welcome. You can ask one or two questions about the interview or provide new information about your profile. This email will enable you to prove to the recruiter that you're really motivated for the position.

3. Following up with the recruiter after a job interview

Yes, you should always follow up with a recruiter after a job interview. You can do this by email or phone, the follow up serves to reconnect with the recruiter and confirm your interest in the position. When to follow up with a recruiter? If the recruiter gave you a specific date at the end of your interview and you still haven't heard back, follow up a few days later. If you don't have any information about the response time, it's generally advisable to follow up a week later.

It's important to properly estimate the recruitment process, as deadlines vary according to the urgency of the recruitment and the characteristics of the position to be filled. We recommend that you follow up with your candidate in the middle of the week, in order to respect his or her work as much as possible.

4. Stay active on company news

Through its website, social networks or in the local press, there are a multitude ofeasily accessible sources of information, to stay on top of company news. In this way, you're already part of the company and immersed in its vision and values!

5. Stay on top of your job search

Until you've had a positive response, it's important to continue your job search. Keep sending applications and going to interviews to improve. And if you accept another job, remember to let the recruiters know, it shows your professionalism and will leave a good impression.

6. Be patient when looking for a job

To succeed, you need to know how to be patient. This time allows you to take stock of yourself, your desires and your interviews. Take the time to evaluate your performance. If you've had negative responses, don't hesitate to thank the recruiter for analyzing your application and ask for the reasons for rejection. This information is crucial for your future job interviews.