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Mastering the Art of Thank You Notes: Essential Tips for Young Professionals to Stand Out in Interviews<\/h1>\n

In a recent keynote address on “Workplace Culture: What’s Your Fit?”, I spoke to an audience of eager young professionals all looking to land an internship that aligned with their professional goals. We went through the disconnect between personal values and corporate values<\/a>, then helped to connect the dots to understand that values are a reflection of culture.<\/p>\n

Remember this: when your personal values don’t align with your company\u2019s values, there will be a bad cultural fit.\u00a0Easier said than realized, right?\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

I also spoke to the “entitled” and “lazy” stereotypes they’re all going to face when they start almost anywhere. It is going to be their responsibility\u00a0to confront those misconceptions through action! Basic examples like showing up a little early to be on time or giving total attention with no distractions from a smartphone were given. However, the piece I drove home the hardest was the lost art of a well-written thank you note and how crucial\u00a0that is in every interview they ever go on, even if they don’t want the job.<\/p>\n

I can’t begin to tell you how many employers come to me frustrated and confused with statements like;<\/h4>\n