Hiring experts and others share wise tips for how to handle the thank-you note after a job interview — and share why certain key details can make a difference to the applicant.

A thank-you note got me my first real job. As a newly minted college graduate with no work experience, I was having a tough time finding my first grown-up gig. I thought I’d never get a break ...

On a final note, you might be tempted to use generative artificial intelligence (AI) to write your thank-you email after an interview, but while AI might be helpful in certain aspects of the job ...

You don’t want to see the old job creep into your new job,” Frank says. If you want to, briefly explain your reason for leaving. But that is optional. Express gratitude (if it’s genuine).

Leaving a job without a solid plan can disrupt your career progression. Gaps in employment on your resume can raise questions for future employers — making it harder to secure new opportunities.