In order to obtain your dream job, it is essential that you put effort into the process. Most employers look for a person who knows how to pursue his/her goal as it shows how determined he/she is when working to achieve success. Although assertion is necessary to get a job, always remember not to overdo the show of self-confidence as you might appear desperate or worst, annoying and consequently lose your opportunity.

The sequence is not simply completed at the end of the interview. Often employers will tell you when to expect a response from them. If they do not mention the subject, there is no harm in asking the question as you leave the meeting. It is also appropriate to telephone the company if you don't hear a response from them within a reasonable time. Do not be apprehensive about the result, at least once known, you will know whether to expect further contact or whether you can move on to the next opportunity.

Sending a thank you letter to each person who interviewed you is one good example of being a persuasive applicant and it should be sent immediately within a day of the interview. This action reinforces your interest in the position that you have applied for. It will also give you the opportunity to get ahead of other applicants by recalling a notable subject that arose during the interview.

Each thank you letter sent can be similar but also try to personalize them slightly to each recipient in case your interviewers compare notes. Even if you are unsure that you'll get the job, sending a thank you letter is a notable act and can put you in a good position to be considered for other vacancies they might have.

When sending your thank you letter, make sure they are properly proof read. Check if you have placed the correct addressee on each letter and there should be no typing errors or other mistakes in them. Thank you letters can either make or break your opportunity for getting the job, so make sure they are correct. Work out the best method of delivering your letter to ensure it reaches its appropriate recipient. Both regular mail and email can work depending on the particular circumstances.

The 'References' section of your resume is also of significant importance. Do not submit a reference person if they will not, or cannot, support your application. Each reference person should be personally certain that your attributes are fitted to the job you are applying for. They are the living testimonies of how well, or otherwise, you are suited to be an employee. It is essential to obtain the person's agreement before you place his/her name to your list of references so as to prepare them for a possible interview via phone call.

Finally, do not stop job hunting a job or scheduling other interviews even if you are confident that you can get the job. Continue the search for other job interviews until the success of the last one is confirmed by a job offer.