Impactful cover letters can make the difference between a job seeker’s resume being read or deleted. If you are using job search engines to post for positions online, there may be an opportunity to upload a cover letter along with your resume. When sending your resume to a prospective employer via email, the cover letter becomes the body of the email.
- Keep the cover letter short and directly focused at the job description.
- Include information that separates your skills from the competition – language, technology, specifics about training you have had.
- Note if you are being referred by an employee so the hiring manager can check with that person and get a direct reference.
- Explain your key reason for interest in the position and how your background is a fit for what they are looking for.
Having a tailored cover letter will help you get the interest of the reader to review your resume. For more information about how to write an impactful cover letter, check out this free workshop available at University of Phoenix West Valley Learning Center this Thursday, October 21st. To register:
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