One afternoon during my PGY3 year, I got a cold call from the director of a well-regarded pulmonary fellowship. I was rounding at the Philadelphia VA, and he caught me off guard. He thought I’d be a ...

Waiting for news after an interview can feel like the worst part of the job search. Perhaps you felt you nailed the interview and, yet, crickets. Or you’re afraid you flubbed it and wish they’d just ...

Congratulations, the interview went well! But now, you’re made of questions. What’s the right way - and when’s the right time - to follow up? Do you send an email, or would a text be enough to ...

In mid-October, Jennifer Howe was scrolling through LinkedIn when she came across a post about thank-you notes. The LinkedIn user, who was a recruiter, had a clear message: If a candidate doesn't send ...

Imagine leaving your interview, feeling a mix of relief and excitement after a great conversation with the hiring manager. But there’s one more step to solidify that positive impression: the thank-you ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Whether you felt you aced the interview or bombed it, a thank-you note ...

Sending a thank-you note after a job interview may feel like a formality, but the gesture can help you create a deeper connection with the interviewer. Showing appreciation also helps everyone ...

There’s one small thing that job candidates can do to potentially make a big difference as they navigate the hiring process—send a post-interview thank-you note. Sending a thank-you note after an ...

Welcome to “Pressing Questions,” Fast Company’s mini advice column. Twice a week, deputy editor Kathleen Davis, host of The New Way We Work podcast, will answer the biggest and most pressing workplace ...