Cover letters are used when submitting a resume. They are your first and best chance of making a good impression for a job position. Cover letters should include the reasons for your interest in the position. An effective cover letter format should contain a few basic categories which are below.
The font for a cover letter should consist of either 10pt or 12pt. Also, you should use Times New Roman, Courier or Ariel. Your cover letter should contain all of your contact information; name, email, telephone number, and address. It should also be addressed to a specific person rather than "To whom it may concern." It is also very important to remember that when addressing the recruiter, you list their job title and address.
Cover letter format:
1. Address the recruiter
2. Introduce yourself
3. Flatter the reader or company
4. Follow up
5. Wrap up
6. Leave good impressions and a list of enclosures
Five cover letter mistakes that should be avoided are:
1 .Not naming the job-Be specific about what position you are seeking.
2. Bad form letter-Have a good layout as to the presentation of your cover letter.
3. Do not repeat-Make sure you reiterate in your closing the position you are seeking.
4. Your needs- It is typically not a good idea to list your needs in a cover letter but rather what you bring to the table.
5. Typos and errors- Be sure to proofread your work before submitting it to an employer.
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Clara,
ReplyDeletenice tips on cover letter writing. I think now we all realize the importance of it, when searching for jobs and internships, thanks to this class. Be sure to retype your title in the right spot (it will change the font) and to add your name. Good job!
I thought the tips for most common mistakes were very useful, knowing what people are missing or what people lack are as helpful as what you need in a coverletter.
ReplyDeleteClara,
ReplyDeleteThe most common mistakes are definitely a nice addition to any blog. You could easily get on there and explain the essential elements, but many times people are not educated on what the non-essential elements are and thus often add them. Thanks for the good work! Just make sure you get your title corrected with your name in there as well. Good work!
Clear, concise, and very effective. Good information for those who are getting ready to start searching for their first jobs out of college. We will all utilize the information provided in this post. Great job!!!
ReplyDeleteVery useful information for anyone.
ReplyDeleteYou sum it up nicely.
Don't forget to cite your source, Clara.
ReplyDeleteSorry I keep forgetting to cite my source. Here they are:
ReplyDeletewww.about.com
www.Monster.com/resume & cover letter
I have found many job seeker forget about the power of the cover letter. The cover letter allows the job applicant to impress the employer--as stated in the blog. This is true. Without a cover letter, your chances of standing out is slim to none.
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