Cover letter writing

What Is The Cover Letter?
A cover letter is a letter of introduction in which you present yourself to the employer.  It should be looked at as complementing your resume.  A well-written cover letter will give a personal touch to your application and draw attention to your strengths.  A recruiter that is impressed with your cover letter will pay more attention to your resume.

Avoid writing long cover letters and stick to what is essential to advance your application.


Cover Letter Writing:
Address these 4 topics in your cover letter and the hiring manager will be grateful.

1) For what position are you applying?
2) How did you learn of the position or company?
3) Why are you perfect for the position?
4) Who will contact who?

I usually cover 1 & 2 in the first paragraph and a paragraph each for 3 & 4.