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Tips
First
Impressions are important. Your cover letter is often your first
introduction to an employer. Remember, the objective is to convince
the employer that you should be interviewed for the position.
- A cover letter
should be short - make it no longer than one page long.
- It should
contain only three or four paragraphs - keep the paragraphs short
and to the point.
- Make your
letter neat and organized
- Do not handwrite
the letter
- Use a font
and type size that is easy to read
- Single space
your cover letter with a double space in between paragraphs
- Use standard
81/2 x 11 paper and avoid using brightly coloured paper
- Always customized
the letter for the position you are applying
- Make sure
it is addressed to a specific person, not a title.
- Indicate
where you can be reached by including your telephone number and/or
email address
- Refer to
qualifications, experience and skills that are described in the
job posting
- Show that
you know a little about the company
- Express your
enthusiasm and interest in the position and the company
- When describing
your personality traits, use 'Action Words'
and verbs that are powerful and will stand out
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