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What To Consider When Writing A Cover Letter

Opening Paragraph
  • State purpose
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  • Use recommender's name
  • Mention source of lead
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  • Capture attention
  • Use names of mutual friends
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  • State top credetials
  • Name position seeking
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  • Consider opening with a question
  • Be assertive


    Body Paragraph
  • Create interest
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  • Tell a brief story
  • Show enthusiasm
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  • Give rationale for decisions
  • Stress skills
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  • Illustrate personality
  • Use self-descriptive words
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  • Point to achievement
  • Use action verbs
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  • Don't repeat resume
  • Emphasize excellence
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  • State performance level
  • Show commitments honored
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  • Build credibility
  • Present confident tone
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  • Create warmth
  • Humanize
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  • Give reasons for interest


    Closing Paragraph
  • Close strongly
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  • Restate solid match
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  • State your next step
  • Stay confident
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  • Refer to resume
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  • Give specific date
  • Avoid wimpy close
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  • Call for appointment soon
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  • Avoid "If you have ..."
  • Make response easy
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  • Initiate follow-up plans
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  • Take charge


    • Ask For The Interview


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