Sample Cover Letter
A cover letter is an employer's first impression of you. Learn how to make it a good one.
You want to sound enthusiastic and interested in this line of work or their company. Some things
to remember when writing your cover letter are:
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- Address your letter to someone who has the authority to hire you.
- Show that you know something about the company by addressing some of the
requirements of the job that you are applying for, and how your experience will enable you to
handle what is needed.
- If someone in the company referred you for this job, be sure to mention this if they
have good standing with the company.
- Keep your cover letter brief and professional, limiting it to one page.
- Check for spelling and typographical errors.
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With these things in mind, you can adapt the following sample cover to your particular
situation......
Your name
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Fax number
Phone number
Month, day, year
Hiring Person
Hiring Person's Job Title
Hiring Person's Company
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear__________ ,
In the first paragraph of your cover letter, show why they should invite your for an interview.
( ex. I believe my expertise and strong history of solid performance make me an excellent candidate for an
industrial sales and marketing position in your firm.)
In this paragraph, you should highlight your strengths and experience. ( ex. I have more than 12 years
of professional sales and marketing experience, with a four-year career base established with
West Coast Sales. As indicated by my resume, I have effectively managed sales departments in the pulp and paper industry. My experience also encompasses distribution channel organization and training, product promotion and development in both the international and domestic markets, and advertising and collateral promotional materials origination.)
The third paragraph of your cover letter opens the door to further communication. ( ex. Please feel free to call me at (xxx) xxx-xxxx if you need clarification or additional information regarding my experience.)
Sincerely,
Your name goes here
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With a good cover letter and resume, you increase the chances of being called for an interview.
You should prepare yourself for job
interviews by practicing how you will handle the questions that might come up. Don’t know what to expect? The following articles can help:
Preparing for a Job Interview
Questions to Ask During an Interview
Interview Thank You Letter
Job Search Tips
Tips for Women Returning to Work
Resumes That Match Your Cover Letter
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