The Importance of Job Covering Letters

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Including a cover letter when submitting a resume can be crucial in getting that job interview. There's lots of do's and don'ts regarding that letter. If you want to learn more, visit my web site at http://www.jobcoveringletter.com Hope this helps!

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Most resume & job hunting guides don't say much about cover letters...

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… But they can be every bit as importantas your resume!

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Job covering letters are the best(and first) place to stand out asthe person best qualified for the job.

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Customize the cover letter for everyresume you send out.

Here's a checklist.

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Address the letter to a specific person

– contact name in job posting– hiring manager's name– recruiter's nameor– name of someone in human resources

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Reference the specific opening you'reapplying for

Be clear regarding your goals– interview for the opening

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Explain why you want the job

Describe what you'll do for the company

Discuss how the position fits with yourCareer goals

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Highlight how your skills and experienceMeet the requirements of the job

Show an understanding of the specific job, The department, and the company

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Close by mentioning when and howyou fill follow up.

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Proofread

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Proofread again

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