Chapter 4 Part 3 – Getting it Right Checklist!
Dubbed as the final stage, the post-interview period is very crucial and a great strategy in capturing this stage will ensure your chance in getting the job. It is one of the less-stressful stages but it is often left out by many Malaysian candidates. Therefore, it is a good opportunity for you to shine at this very important stage. Read through the whole chapter 4 and you will have a great strategy in your hand. Make sure you have done the following:
Step 1: Carry the momentum: Follow up!
o After each interview session, always send a “Thank You” note
o “Thank You” note should be out within 1-2 days after interview session
o After a short-while, give the HR coordinator or interviewers a call/e-mail to check on your status and reinforce your interest.
o Do not wait and rely on only one job opportunity. Be active and look for other opportunities at other companies simultaneously.
o Once the momentum is up, keep it up and you will be one high-spirit candidate wherever you go
Step 2: Signing the deal!
o When you finally being offered the job, never accept the job straightaway. Ask opinions from your family, friends and industry experts about the offer and gauge it against the industry standards
o Read through your offer letter for few times and focus on the fine details
o As much as you are excited to be offered the job, always figure out how easy can you leave the company if things does not work out as planned
o After going through all these details, sign the offer letter and be really proud of your success!
Step 3: What if I did not get the job?
o You can be 110% prepared and follow every step suggested in this book but still you could not the job you applied for.
o Do not let failure kill your motivation
o Each time you fail, you are a much better candidate for the next opportunity
o Learn from each cover letter that you have sent, each interview that you attended and you will be a wiser candidate
o The most important thing is never ever give up your hope!
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