By Kevin Donlin,
Guaranteed Resumes
This week, I'd like to give you some cover letter tips based on my
experience reading and writing them since 1995.
Your first sentence is most important. Use it to give the reader context for
the rest of your letter. For example, it can be very effective to simply
say: "I'm applying for the position of Sales Rep, as advertised in the Wall
St. Journal." If you heard about the opening from a friend, drop his name in
that first sentence: "Jack Smith suggestedI contact you about the position
of Design Engineer."
Second, ALWAYS spell check your cover letter and THEN have a friend read it
for grammatical and other mistakes. Every single day, I see cover letters
that have no chance of working because they contain errors that will turn
readers off. What a waste! A mistake-filled cover letter will ruinall your
hard efforts at creating a resume.
Thirdly, your cover letter shouldn't simply summarize your resume, it should
tell the reader why you are best suited for that particular job. If you've
done research on the company (and with the glut of information available on
the Internet and in your local library, you should have), youcan mention
points that you've learned, to generate interest. Example: "Given the fact
that your closest competitor, the Rock Group, has now achieved 15% of
marketshare, the time is perfect to roll out a new line of products that
appeals to your core market of young peoplewho travel. My skills and
experience are a perfect matchto your needs in this area."
When your cover letter opens with an attention-grabbingsentence, is
error-free and tailored to the needs of thecompany that's hiring, you'll
greatly increase the results you get in your job search!
For more information on how to get a Guaranteed Resume, please go to:
http://www.CollegeRecruiter.com/guaranteed-resumes.php.
