Consider the scenario, and then answer the question.

You interviewed for a copyeditor position six days ago. You decide to write a follow$-$up e$-$mail to ask how the decision process is going. You compose a first draft but know you need to make some revisions.

Dear Sir,

My interview last week was enjoyable. Thank you for the opportunity to interview for the copyeditor position. I am still interested in the job. Since I haven$$t heard from you in over a week, I am wondering what the holdup is$.$ I$$m very eager to know your decision because I$$m certain I$$ll get the job. I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Your Name

What is one improvement that could be made to your follow$-$up message?

Use a more informal tone.

Include the interviewer$$s name in the opening salutation.

Eliminate the closing salutation.