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, Core Competency Focus. Determine the top three core competencies
that were stressed during the interview and write a thank-you letter
that touches on each (Figure 12-1).

, “Story Telling” Follow-Up Letter. Present the interviewer with a story
regarding your experience (Figure 12-2).

, SOAR Cover Letter. Compose a letter using the SOAR concept
(described in Chapter 2). Choose three recent challenges and out-
line each (Figure 12-3).

, Listing of Core Competencies. Simply list your proficiencies and/or
personal attributes (Figures 12-4 and 12-5).

, Job Description Focus. Before leaving the interview, request a copy of
the job description; most interviewers are happy to oblige. Read
through the job description and choose three points to expand upon
in the follow-up letter (Figure 12-6 gives a sample job description,
Figure 12-7 is a letter example).

Regardless of which option you choose, be sure to convey your enthusi-
asm for the position and for working for the hiring organization.

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