Thursday, June 2, 2011

Points to Consider in Writing Cover Letters

Points to Consider in Writing Cover Letters
By John Stevens


Sending your application for a job opening? When you do so, remember that the cover letter for your resume is very important. A job application cover letter is always sent along with resumes. It is a great way to introduce yourself and tell your prospective employer what you can do for their company.

There are examples of cover letters for employment available online. You may want to check out some of them to learn how to effectively capture the attention of any employer with just a few paragraphs. You may also want to read the following tips if you need some ideas on how to write your letter well. Creating a well-written cover letter is not hard as long as you take to heart these simple tips.

* Generally, application cover letters are written in a way that rouses the reader's interest to know more about the applicant, although these letters are supposed to be short and direct to the point.
* From the examples of cover letters for employment that you will find online, you will see that all of them would start with a simple greeting.

* Specifically address your cover letter. Avoid writing the generic salutation "To whom it may concern" or "Dear Sir/Madam."
* Keep in mind that the main purpose of the cover letter is to get the prospective employer to look at your resume. So treat your application letter with the same importance as with the resume. If it is poorly written, there's a good chance that the resume might not get read.

* In the first paragraph, be straightforward and introduce yourself and explain your reason for writing. You may also mention how you came to know about the job opening.
* In your second paragraph, write a brief description of your skills and qualifications. This is your chance to convince the employer that you are the one that they are looking for.

* The closing paragraph should indicate your interest in hearing from employer soon. Tell them how you intend to follow up on your application - whether you are going to call their office or you plan on waiting for their reply. Don't forget to thank them for their time.

Essentially, the purpose of the cover letter is to request for an interview. If the recruiter or employer is impressed enough, they might decide to read your resume to learn more about you. So remember these tips when you write your application cover letter to ensure your chances of getting that interview.




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