Employment Communication and Interviewing

Presented byAjay Kumar

Writing Application Letters

• Works as cover letter for your resume.• Highlights your most potential points• Do not repeat the same information Application

Letters

General Targeted Specific advertised position

Not specific

• Research on the company before preparing resume.

• Highlight specific past achievements

• Focal point is not what you have done..

• If any position advertised, learn as much as possible about the job and how it appeals to you

Application Letter

ATTENTION

INTEREST

DESIRE

ACTION

GAINING ATTENTION IN THE OPENING

• Short opening paragraph (4-5lines)• Mention the reference in opening• Opening should attract potential employer’s

attention

CONVINCING AN EMPLOYER THAT YOU FIT THE JOB

The middle portion of an application letter should convince employer that you are fit for job requirementsThis area can be filled with your accomplishments likework experienceSpecial expertise Educational accomplishmentsStrengths to meet job requirements

PROMOTING ACTION IN THE CLOSE

• Motivate the employer to take action-to read your resume and invite you to an interview

• The closing paragraph is the wrap-up. You should provide your telephone number and email address for employer to invite you to interview

Eg., : May I have interview to discuss this opportunity with you, Mr. Rahul? I believe that my education and experience match your needs and I could become valuable part of your team at Verma Agency. You can reach me at +919955443322 or e-mail me at madhav@yahoo.com at your convenience.

PREPARING AN APPLICATION LETTER

The application letters you use in your job campaign should meet the same neatness, accuracy, clarity and standards as resumes. Application letter should not be more than 1 ½ pages. use 8 ½- by 11- inch bond paper for application letters. And 9- by 12- inch envelope to avoid folding of the letter.

References

Chapter 17 Pg. : 349- 353