Cover Letter Tip: Give and You Shall Receiveâ¦
ningcontentMost job seekers know the value of a well-written cover letter. It’s their calling card, their first impression, their opportunity to get a foot in the door of the company they hope to work for. BUT, not every job seeker knows how to write such a letter. Many toot their horn in the wrong direction. They focus on themselves, failing to connect with the hiring manager who is reading the cover letter.
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Give Your Best . . .
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Keep in mind three things.
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1. Your knowledge of the company. Find out the mission statement and mention it in the letter. This shows you have done your homework and know the focus of the organization.
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2. Your skills and experience. Tie these to the mission statement. In other words, how can what you do and the background you have help further the goals of the company?
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3. Your willingness to work for the good of the organization. Mention your ability to get along with colleagues, to be a team player, and to take the lead when called for.
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. . . to Get the Job
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A cover letter such as this will demand attention, prompt the hiring manager to call you for an in-person interview, and create a bond of good will between the two of you. Everyone wants to work with a person who has solid experience, sound principles, and a steady work pattern.
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You can convey this and more in a first-class job search cover letter.
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© Written By Jimmy Sweeney
President of CareerJimmy and Author of the new
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Jimmy Sweeney is the president of CareerJimmy and author of the brand new, “Amazing Cover Letter Creator.” Jimmy is also the author of several career related books and writes a monthly article titled, “Tough Times Job Tips.”
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