Why do you need to send a thank-you email to the HR Manager after the interview?
Not only showing courtesy, but a thank-you email is also a good means to express your appreciation for the HR manager’s time and the opportunity to meet them.
What’s more, a thank-you email can remind the HR Manager of your skills and qualifications, which enhances the chance of getting the Salesforce job.
In this article, you’ll find:
- Steps for writing a professional thank-you email after a Salesforce interview
- Comparison between a right thank-you email and a wrong one
- Some useful tips to apply for your thank-you email
- Best sample thank-you emails after the interview with the HR manager
Steps to write a thank you email after a Salesforce interview
Step 1: Create a clear SUBJECT LINE of your thank you email- Mention the purpose of the email
Example:
- THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME
- THANK YOU FOR THE INTERVIEW YESTERDAY
- THANK YOU!
- THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET YOU!
Step 2: Greet the HR Manager
Mention the HR manager’s name directly at the beginning of the email
Example: Dear (The HR Manager’s name)
Step 3: Show your gratitude about the interview time with the HR Manager
You might want to show that you care about the time the interviewers spent with you describing the details of your position.
Example: It was great to talk to you yesterday and learn more about the working environment.
Step 4: Focus on detail, show your interest in the position.
The company wants to see if you’re the right fit and if you’re really interested in the position.
Example: I would like to show my interest in the Salesforce Administrator position at …company.
I would love to be a part of the company.
Step 5: Mention some specific points which were discussed during the interview
Point out what really makes you interested in the Salesforce job
You can mention your experience and skills that might help the company in the near future
Example: Your company – (company’s name) seems like a wonderful place to work at. I really like the working environment (what environment) and the professionalism of my co-workers
The Salesforce Administrator position at your company certainly sounds exciting, and it’s a role I believe I’d excel in thanks to my (experience or skill that would help you succeed in their job)
Step 6: Ask if the HR Manager needs any further information and remind them of the responding email.
Example: Please do not hesitate to email or call me if you have any questions or need any additional information.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Step 7: End the email
Put the word “Sincerely”, “Best regards”, “Regards”… followed by your full name.
You can put your contact information including phone number, address, LinkedIn, Whatsapp, Wechat….
Comparison between a right thank-you email and a wrong one
RIGHT
Subject Line: THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME
Dear Ms.Courtney,
It was a great pleasure talking to you yesterday and had a chance to understand more about the Salesforce Developer role at ABC Company.
Our conversation made me excited about this opportunity. I would like to express my interest in becoming a part of the dedicated team of staff at ABC.
I especially loved the professional working environment at AC. All staff can have a chance to develop their career path, which I believe is something I’m looking for. I am confident that my experience in Salesforce before will make me a good match for this position.
If you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me by email or phone.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Regards,
Jim Johnston
Phone number: [..]
Address: […]
Skype: […]
WRONG X
No Subject Line
Dear Ms. Rosie,
Thanks for talking to me yesterday and introducing the Salesforce developer position. It was nice to know more about your company.
I was really interested in the salary and benefits that you mentioned, it is such a great offer. I am sure that with my experience, I can tackle all the difficulty and translate it into similar success as your staff.
If you need any information, please contact me via this email.
See you later!
Cheers,
Rachel Ady
It’s obvious to realize the difference between the 2 emails above, right?
The detailed steps above will be helpful in writing a good thank-you email after you finish an interview with the company.
Let’s take a look at some useful tips when sending the thank-you email!
Tips about sending thank-you emails after an interview
- Avoid unprofessional writing
- Show that you are truly interested in the position
- Show your gratitude and appreciation about the interview
- Send the email to the interviewer within 1 day
- Send different emails to different interviewers.
- Make your email detailed and be specific about the interview
2 best sample emails to share with you:
SAMPLE #1
Subject Line: THANK YOU FOR THE INTERVIEW YESTERDAY
Dear Ms.Jane,
Thank you for your time yesterday. I really appreciate the opportunity to meet you and learn more about the opportunity to work at ABC Company.
I enjoyed our conversation a lot and discussed your needs in terms of building an effective working environment. I was impressed by the positive culture of ABC Company and the development of staff in productive and appropriate ways.
During my 2 years of working as a Salesforce Consultant, I have enhanced my skills in understanding CRM, Sales & Marketing cloud and I’m excited about the prospect of sharing my experience with other staffs at ABC
Again, I’m grateful for the time you spent with me. If you require any further information or documents, feel free to contact me via phone and email.
I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Hanah Parker
Phone: […]
Email: […]
Whatsapp: […]
SAMPLE #2:
Subject Line: THANK YOU – SALESFORCE INTERVIEW ON FEB 27TH
Dear Ms. Helen,
Thank you for the opportunity to discuss the Salesforce Administrator position this morning. I sincerely enjoyed our conversation.
The interview strengthened my interest in the position and the prospect of working in such a professional environment. I really admired the strong establishment and leadership of the advisory board as well as the effectiveness in organizing training and development for staff.
I feel confident that all my experience and qualifications will benefit this position and can translate it into a similar success as your Salesforce Administrator.
I would like to reiterate my enthusiasm for this position and consider it a privilege to be a part of the company. I am looking forward to hearing your news and please kindly contact me via this email if you need any further information.
Sincerely,
Luke Brown,
Phone: [..]
Address: […]
Whatsapp: […]