Over the past few weeks, I have attended social and business events where lots of name tags went unclaimed by no shows. One host said 60 people RSVP’d that they would be attending, but only 25 showed up. “We now have a refrigerator filled with beer, wine and dips,” she said. Another host said…… Continue reading If You RSVP’d, Show Up
Tag: thank you notes
6 Key Elements of a Memorable Thank You Note
By Kevin Donnellon I’m in heaven. I just received 10 thank you notes from students in Andy Clark’s DePaul Sports Management class. I was a guest lecturer at the class and presented on The Masters Tournament brand and My 7 Secrets To Successful Networking. I am totally impressed with these students and Andy who encouraged…… Continue reading 6 Key Elements of a Memorable Thank You Note
Thank You for Going ‘The Extra Mile’
By Sonny Franks Life lessons sometimes come when you least expect them. The day I interviewed for an internship at a prominent company in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a good example. Having come in from out of town, I wanted to ensure that I got my thank-you notes to my interviewers that day before my…… Continue reading Thank You for Going ‘The Extra Mile’
Write Unforgettable Thank You Notes
Old fashioned thank you notes still get thumbs up from prospective employers.
Avoid Becoming a Nuisance Through Limited, But Effective Follow-Up
Q. Your recent post discusses when to follow up after sending a resume to an agency, but how and when do you do so after an initial interview? What’s expected by hiring managers? -HG A. Before the initial interview ends, the hiring manager or HR manager normally asks if you have any questions. At that…… Continue reading Avoid Becoming a Nuisance Through Limited, But Effective Follow-Up