So I'm currently working on putting
together a nice, sexy cover letter and have been doing some research into what
makes a great cover letter.
After some lengthy Google searches I
came across a great find that I wanted to share with you guys.
It's titled
"The 7 Deadly Sins of Cover Letter Writing" by Jada Graves for
money.usnews.com.
The article is
packed with some great tidbits on proper formatting, importance of grammar and
how to better introduce yourself. I've highlighted the bullet points below but
if you'd like to read the whole article check it out HERE
1) If you're starting with 'To Whom
it may Concern,' you're not as concerned as you should be
2) If you're including typos and
misspelled words "your" going to miss a good opportunity
3) If you're using a form letter it
will come across as _______________ (insert an adjective for impersonal)
4) If you're bringing up something
new and different you'll appear forgetful and something or other
5) If you're too wordy, you're going
to bore the reader leading them to put your letter in the trash bin, and
then...
6) If you're using big, outdated SAT
words, you'll appear supercilious
7) If you're too folksy, then no one
will take you seriously, dude
Some great points! A couple extra I want to
add on to consider
1) Have a generic letter
cover letter ready at a moment’s notice so you can simply interchange a couple
key words and have it turned on. A quick response will impress your potential
employer and put you ahead of the competition. But like the afore mentioned point suggested don't forget to take time to tailor it enough so it grabs their attention.
2) REMEMBER you cover
letter it suppose to expound on your Resume not repeat it. Use it as an opportunity to really highlight
your skills with examples and proof that you are the right person for this job.
Hope these help with all you guy’s potential job opportunities!
Happy job hunting.
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