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A cover letter does more than complementing
a resume – it plays a vital role in helping you achieve your
goals of expanding your horizons and reaching your potential.
Many people make the mistake of being
redundant in their cover letter and resume. An excellent cover letter
is one that enhances, not mirrors the resume. Remember, employers
do not want to read the same information twice!
The main purpose of the cover letter
is to introduce yourself and your resume to the employer. The cover
letter should broadly highlight your skills and strength, while
the job of the resume is to define those skills and explain how
they will benefit the employer.
For example, a cover letter will show the employer that you have
excellent sales and customer needs assessment skills, while the
resume will tell them that in 1999, you were named one of the top
five salesmen in the company. The cover letter told of your skills
and the resume expounded and defined them.
The Content
of your Cover Letter
1st Paragraph
Introduction - Indicate where you learned the position and express
your enthusiasm.
2nd Paragraph
Main Content - Briefly introduce your professional background. State
your current or last held position, and employer. Your major career
accomplishments and how you can add value to the prospective employer.
3rd Paragraph
Follow Up - Indicate your wish of interview. State clear your contact
number.
Remarks ……
Write a custom cover letter for each employer
Indicate where you learned of the position and the title of the
position you apply for
- Explain the reasons for
your interest in the organization, express your enthusiasm for
the job
- Identify your most relevant
skills and experiences
- Refer to the qualifications
for the position and illustrate how your abilities relate to the
job
- Emphasize your strengths
and achievements
- Note that your references
are available on request
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