Writing a Cover Letter:  How to Make Yours Stand Out!

You worked hard on your CV and feel ready to go out and find that dream job.  Great! Where is your cover letter? Don’t have one? Sorry but you are going to have to go back to your computer and do a little more work…

Cover letters are an important part of a job application because they are the first thing potential employers see.  That’s why it’s so important to learn how to write a good letter!

The main point of a cover letter is to show you are the candidate best suited to the position you applying for. This is why you CANNOT send the same letter to all employers. You can, however, write a model letter and then tweak it so that it fits the demands of each company you apply to. Include information in the letter that proves you understand what the company is looking for.

A cover letter should always answer the following questions:
 1) What position are you applying for?
 2) How did you learn about this position or company?
 3) Why are you perfect for the position?
 4) Who will contact who?

DON’T FORGET TO:
*Proofread your letter AND have someone else look at it also.  Making mistakes in a cover letter or CV makes you look lazy  and unprofessional.
*Use a word processor to write your letter and use Arial or Times New Roman font in 12 point.
*Your letter needs to fit on one page, so keep it short but make sure to include essential information.

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