Physics Teacher Interview Question:

Explain should I send a thank-you note by email or standard mail?

Submitted by: Muhammad

It depends on the sector. In general, it is always preferable to send a hand-written note by post because the extra mile you put in to express gratitude can give you a competitive advantage in the job decision process. Most people do not send any formal thank-you notes after interviews, so you should always do so. However, I recognize that certain sectors, such as government agencies, labs, and even some academic institutions are difficult to send mail to. In fact, I have mailed cards to professionals in the federal government only to have them get lost in a labyrinthine system of security. So if you think this might be the case with your prospective position, send an email thank-you note. And be sure to send one individually to each person who interviewed you, as opposed to a batch email to a group.
Submitted by: Muhammad