Cover+Letters+Writting+Tips

=Cover Letter Writing Tips = A cover letter is similar in format to a a business letter, and includes the general issues of why you are writing, what you have to offer, and how you will follow-up. A cover letter can be written to a potential employer like a response to a job posting or a prospecting letter.If you are referred to a potential job by a friend be sure to include his/her name up front since it is likely that the reader will keep reading. In a response to a job posting include where you found out about the posting and most importantly express your excitement and how you would be a good candidate for the job. When writing a prospecting letter include a detailed job objective. In a networking letter make your request clear and concise.To show what you have to offer make evident that you have researched the organization you may be wishing to work art, and that you have the skills needed to be successful and productive worker within the organization. Include previous work experiences and skills that can be transferable to the position that you are applying for. Finish of by restating your interest in the job, and make sure to leave your contact information such as phone number and/or email address, or let them you will be calling to set up an interview. to let the employer know your interest state that you are available upon request also.

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 * 1) Always send an impressive cover letter with you resume.
 * 2) Make sure you target your skills that make you a good candidate for the job.
 * 3) Don't just summarize your resume make the cover letter complement it.
 * 4) Keep it short and to the point don't bore the reader.
 * 5) Address the letter specifically to the hiring manager.
 * 6) Send cover letters as email, in the email message only attach if requested to do so.
 * 7) Make a good impression with proper spelling and grammar.
 * 8) Letter should be no longer than a page and paragraphs no more than three or four sentences.
 * 9) Use examples to write a well organized cover letter.
 * 10) Keep a record of all cover letters sent.