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You may wonder if you should write
a cover letter for a job that you're applying
for.
Maybe the job advertisement
doesn't specifically request
a cover letter.
Think about it this way.
Chances are if you have to ask
Should I write a cover letter for this job.
The answer is yes.
The cover letter is the best way
to show your employer
or your future employer that
you are the best candidate for
the position.
If you write a cover letter it may
mean the difference between getting
the job and having your resume
relegated to the bottom
of a pile of discarded resumes.
It makes sense to create a standard
resume and then kind of
modify it for
each different job that you are
applying to.
Last week on episode 45
we discussed a six step process
that you can use to build
your own resume.
I would recommend that you check that out
and then come back to
this episode so that
you can kind of have the
resume and cover letter
package you know.
This week let's talk about everything
you need to know about writing a cover
letter. So what is
a cover letter.
It is important to know the purpose
of a cover letter a cover
letter is a one page letter
that you sent along
with your resume so that your
employer or your future employer
can get to know you a little bit
in your cover letter you discuss your
experiences
and your skills
and how they might tie in
to your future job.
In the letter you discuss why
you are the most qualified
person for the position
that they're hiring for.
Do not repeat everything
that is on your resume.
Think about a cover letter as
a chance to make a link between
your specific skills
and how they connect to the job
that you'll apply for.
Think of your cover letter as a sales
pitch that will help you get
the interview.
Remember a cover letter is a great
way to make an excellent
first impression.
Employers often use cover letters
to determine which candidates
they will bring in for an interview
and which ones they will pass.
If the employer requires a cover letter
they will list it on the application
even if it is not listed.
Consider including a cover letter
this will show that you have put some
extra effort into your application.
So there are three different types
of cover letters.
The first type is the application
letter which responds to a
hiring advertisement.
This is the one that you will use most
commonly if you're applying to an open
position with a company.
The prospecting letter is the second
type and this inquires about
possible positions so you might use
this in a situation where you
are writing to a company to see if they have
any work available.
Finally there is a networking letter
which requests information so
that you can ease into your
job search.
So when you are applying for a job you will
be using the application letter
style. As I mentioned
a cover letter should always compliment
and not just replicate
your resume.
The cover letters purpose is to
add a personal touch your application
for employment again.
Check out episode 45.
For more on how to write your resume
and then move on to this episode
and write your cover letter a cover
letter creates a critical first impression
with a potential employer
or even something like a small typo
can have your application sent
to the bottom of the pile.
On the other hand if you write
your cover letter perfectly without any
typos at all
but it lacks character
and it makes no mention of the
company the hiring manager
will also be likely to reject it.
So it's all about the balance.
The best cover letters explain why
you are the right person for the job.
Why you're interested in the job
and makes a direct link between your
specific skills
and how they will apply to
a future employment opportunity.
Start by carefully reading the job description
and evaluating the skills
that they are required
and match them
with the skills of your own.
Think about how you've use your skills
in the past
and discuss how you would apply
them in your new position.
A good idea is to think about how
you use your skills
and not just
what your skills are essentially
you're demonstrating to a potential employer
that you have experience
and that you know how to use your
skills.
First let's talk about what to leave off
of your cover letter.
There's no need to include
a lot of personal information
although you want to show some of your personality.
You don't necessarily need to share intimate
details of your life.
Do not mention the qualifications that
you do not have.
Rather focus on the Daniels
that you do possess do not mention
salary unless the
company asks specifics about
what your salary expectations are.
And finally the cover letter
is not an opportunity to
ask more questions about the job position.
Save that for the interview.
Keep your letter to about two
or three paragraphs
and don't write too much.
Make sure you are being very focused.
If you do write too much it could have
a negative effect
and the hiring manager
may not have time to read it.
Remember detail your cover letter to each
position you apply for.
Make sure you always change the company
and the name of the position at least
in your cover letter
and make sure that is geared toward
the job description.
There are a few things that each cover
letter should include should
include information about the job
you're applying for how
you heard about the job so you may
want to mention if you have any contacts at
the company why you're qualified
for the job.
What you can provide to the employer
and then finally make sure you always
provide a thank you for the company
consider in application.
Now let's move on to what you
should include in your cover letter.
Before you get started.
I would highly recommend going online
and doing a bit of searching around
cover letter templates
and cover letters that already exist.
This will give you a good idea of what a cover
letter looks like
and how it is broken down into
a variety of different paragraphs
to begin here.
Cover letter you will want to begin
with a header.
This will include both you
and the potential employers
information.
So you want to include your name your
address your phone number
as well as your email address
and then that will be followed by
the date.
Usually this will be on the left
hand side of the page similar
to a business
letter.
You'll then want to consider the salutation.
Begin the cover letter
with a salutation like Dr.
Mr Mrs
and then the person's last name.
If you are unfamiliar
with the gender of the person who will
be doing the hiring you
can just write their full name
and if you don't know
the employer's name
or the hiring managers name you can just
write Dear hiring manager.
This is a lot better than the generic
and formal to whom this may
concern begin
with an introduction.
Begin your introduction by stating
what job you're applying for
and where you heard about the job.
Perhaps it was on career beacon
or indeed dot com
and you'll also want to mention if
you heard about the job from
someone who already works there
that is a great neck networking
opportunity.
Briefly mentioned your skills
and how they match
with the company.
This will give the employer
an opportunity to understand why you
are writing the letter
and why you might be a good fit.
Essentially the idea
with the introduction is that you
want the hiring manager to keep reading
so they can learn a little bit more about you
in the body paragraph.
You'll explain why you're interested in the
job and the specific qualifications
that you can bring to the table.
Mention specifics
and discuss how you have
applied your skills in the past
and you might even want to discuss a few
different scenarios.
Finally in the closing portion
of your cover letter
restate how your skills
have made you a strong fit
for this company
and this position.
If you have room you might want to discuss
why you are interested in working
for this particular company.
However make sure you
do not make your cover letter too
long.
It should not be longer than a page.
So if some of this information is
making it go longer than a page.
Make sure you edit it
and keep it limited to one
page states that you
would like the opportunity to
follow up with them into it.
In an interview
or to discuss employment opportunities
then you should always include
a piece of follow up information.
So whether you say I'm
going to call you in two weeks to follow
up on this
or suggest that
you will be sending an e-mail to
see where they are in the hiring process
give a timeframe
and follow through on
it. Make sure that you then thank the
employer for the consideration
and for taking the time to look at your resume.
Finally you'll want to include a professional
signature include
a complimentary clothes
and then
sign your name.
If it is a physical copy you can
type your name
and then sign underneath.
This looks very professional.
However if it is an email you can
just type your name at the bottom end
of the email
and then include your contact
information below.
When you have finished writing your cover letter.
Always always always remember
to edit and proofread it.
Make sure that there are no typos
involved
and you may even want to run it through
a grammar checker.
Always give a a pair of second
eyes like a friend
or family member so that
they can look through your cover
letter and resume to make sure
that you haven't made any errors
and that it flows the way you want it to.
Remember you can always connect
with us here at Homework Help Global.
We'd be more than happy to give you some
support around writing an excellent
cover letter
or just doing a bit of proofreading for you
in some.
Think of your strongest skills
and how they apply to
the job posting tailor
each cover letter to each different job
you're applying to
show some character
and personality
but don't share too much information.
Tell the hiring manager how
your qualifications fit
in with the job description.
Be professional
and confident.
Okay that's it for me this week you guys.
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Okay thanks so much guys.
Good luck applying for those jobs.
All the best.
Take care.
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