Many job
applicants fail to include a cover letter with their resume. Without a cover letter
all the Interviewer or Human Resources manager has to go on is a list of facts about your
experience and qualifications. They may not be able to tell how relevant your
experience is to the position they are hiring for, and they sure won't know how interested
you are in the company and the position from your resume alone. A good cover letter will
help your resume get noticed and will give your prospective
employers a better feel for who you are and why you would fit well in the position. A well
crafted cover letter can:
- Help explain your skills and experience and how they apply
to the job
- Explain gaps in your resume that might otherwise land it in
the trash bin
- Give your prospective employer a feel for your personality
- Add a personal, human touch to an otherwise impersonal
resume
- Demonstrate your interest in this particular job and company
Writing a good cover letter isn't as difficult as it may
seem. Basically, it is just a standard business letter with a few short paragraphs
describing your interest in the position and why you feel you would be a particularly good
match for the current job opening. The key to writing a good cover letter is to make
sure it's original and speaks to the position you want to be considered for.
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