PACT and Professional Etiquette--a Thank You Note Template
When to say thank you:
- After the career fair – to any recruiters you want to follow up with.
- After we have a guest speaker.
PACT Elements
Purpose
- Express gratitude
- Gain favor
- Make request
Audience
- ?
Conventions
- Title of recipient
- Formal vs casual format?
Trouble
- ?
Basic Elements:
Dear So-n-so, (audience/conventions)
Thank you for _____________. (general statement) I especially appreciate ______________. (personalize it) . I would like to set up a meeting / further communication/ etc. (clear request)
Thank you again for ____________. (sandwich it)
Best regards, (conventions)
________ (signature)