Email and Voicemail Example

 

Voicemail Message to a Contact 

Hi, [name], my name is Tanisha Jain. I'm writing to express my strong desire to work with [name of  

company]. I recently applied for the [job title] position Online, and I was hoping you could have a look  

at my resume. I feel that once you have done so, you will be as convinced as I am that I am the best  

candidate for this position. 

“Thank you for your time and consideration.” 

Email to a Contact 

[Subject Line:] Message from an overlooked [job title] position candidate or Message from  

a Top [Job Title] Candidate 

I am contacting you because I applied to the [job title] position [(requisition number xxxx)], and I  

believe my skills and experience are a great match for the job. My resume is attached for your  

convenience. I believe that once you review my resume, you will be as confident as I am that I am the  

right person for this job. 

Thanks in advance for taking the time to consider my candidacy. 

Thank You after Interview

Thank you for taking the time to meet with me and sharing your insights about working for  

 the [company name]. 

I am excited about the possibility of working with each of you because the scope of the job fits well  

with my skill set, my personality, and my passion for [insert applicable job skills]. 

My experience in [fill in something you did not mention in the interview or reiterate an important  

skill] shows I have the ability to get up to speed quickly within this position. I hope I provided  

enough information on my qualifications as to ultimately be chosen as the top candidate. 

Again, thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to working with you. 

Or 

Thank you for taking the time today. I appreciate you giving me an accurate picture of the  

company's objectives in terms of [for example, sales targets]. I understand that hiring the right  

candidate who will make your job easier and the firm more profitable is a top priority for you; I feel I  

am that person. 

I look forward to working with you in the capacity of [job title] because I truly feel that is where my  

experience can best add value. 

Looking forward to next steps. 

Or 

I just wanted to thank you for inviting me to your office today. It was great to hear about 4Apps’  

goals for streamlining your software and placing an emphasis on quality UX design, and how you  

see the engineering department playing a role in these initiatives.  

4Apps seems like a wonderful place to work—and not just because you mentioned some great  

summer outings! I really admire the mission that drives your business, and look forward to the  

opportunity to work with your team to implement some of the ideas I mentioned around  

redesigning the homepage. 

Please let me know if there’s anything else you need from me to move the process forward.

Follow Up after Interview 

[Subject Line:] Follow-up to the [job title] position interview 

Good morning, _________________, 

In my interview with you for the [job title] position, we discussed that you intended to hire someone by [X  

date]. At that time, you said I should contact you if I hadn’t heard anything by that date, so I am reaching out  

to determine if a decision has been made with regard to the position. 

I am happy to provide any additional information to help you with your decision. 

Or 

[Subject Line:] Follow-up to the [job title] position interview  

Good morning, _________________, 

I recently interviewed for the [job title] position, and I am following up because I believe that I would be a  

great asset to [company name], yet I have not received a decision regarding my candidacy. 

We discussed your intention to fill the position quickly, but I remain confident that I am still under  

consideration. 

Any update you can provide would be most appreciated.