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Cover
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| Do you need a cover
letter? We bet that you’re hoping the answer
is “No!” After all, you’ve put so
much work into the creation of your résumé.
But, in truth, you need a cover letter tailored to
every job opportunity.
A well-written cover letter is
an introduction to you. Unlike your résumé,
it gives you the opportunity to draw the reader's
attention to your specific qualifications and provides
a sample of your written communications skills.
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| a. DO check for
spelling errors, typos, poor grammar, and inconsistencies
b. DO be brief
c. DO be honest about your limitations
d. DO capture the reader’s attention
e. DO personalize each letter to the interviewer and
to the organization
f. DO some homework on the company
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Heading
The more you know about the company’s needs,
the more appealing your letter.
Introduction
Use this section to introduce yourself to your potential
future employer.
Body
The body communicates your skills.
Closing
Close your cover letter by asking for an interview. |
Use this list of action verbs
to build a stronger resume & cover letter..
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Monster’s Résumé
Centre includes sample cover letters, a cover letter
refresher course, suggested formats, and more!
Go
to Monster.ca
The Government of Canada’s
Jobs, Workers, Training and Careers site contains
tips from employers, cover letter samples and a
“Dos and Don’ts” section.
Go
to Jobs.ca
Career Owl’s site includes
samples, helpful tips and common errors.
Go to Career Owl
Susan Ireland’s site, The Résumé
Guide, offers an outstanding section on cover letters.
Go
to Susan Ireland's Site
Robert Half’s website, Resumania, presents
an archive of what to avoid in your cover letter
or résumé.
Go
to Robert Half's Site
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