How to Write a Cover Letter

<h1>How to Write a Cover Letter</h1><strong>Author: <a title="igor wruppi" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/igor-wruppi/168728.htm">igor wruppi</a></strong><br /><p>When applying for a position, you usually send two documents to the employer. The cover letter and the resume. While the resume usually stays the same, you should always write a specific cover letter for each position. <br /><br /> To write an effective cover letter, you need to pay attention to:</p> <h2>Purpose</h2> <p>The purpose of the cover letter is to first catch the attention of the employer to make sure he reads your resume, second to illuminate your strengths so that you get called in for an interview.</p> <h2>Target</h2> <p>A cover letter should be tailored to a specific company. It should let the employer know about your motivation, suitability and interest in the particular job.</p> <h2>Content</h2> <p>Your cover letter should be addressed to the person that will review your application. It should let him know why you are qualified for the position and interested in the company's work. Don't forget to write which position you are applying for. <br /><br /> In addition, you cover letter should highlight your experience and skills from the resume relevant to the position.</p> <h2>Format</h2> <p>A cover letter should written in a conversational, though formal, tone. <br /><br />In the first paragraph, state any personal contacts you have in the company and which position you are applying for. Keep the first paragraph brief. <br /><br />The following two or three paragraphs should discuss in detail the most relevant qualifications listed in your resume. They should specify how and why you are qualified for the job. <br /><br />A short last paragraph should express your willingness to meet for an interview. End the letter by thanking the reader for her or his time.</p><strong>About the Author:</strong><br /><p>Igor Wruppi is the owner of <a href="http://www.coverletterhelp.org/"><a href="http://www.coverletterhelp.org" target="_blank">www.coverletterhelp.org</a></a> a website dedicated to free cover letter, resume and cv articles, guides and samples.

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When applying for a position, you usually send two documents to the employer. The cover letter and the resume. While the resume usually stays the same, you should always write a specific cover letter for each position.

To write an effective cover letter, you need to pay attention to:

Purpose

The purpose of the cover letter is to first catch the attention of the employer to make sure he reads your resume, second to illuminate your strengths so that you get called in for an interview.

Target

A cover letter should be tailored to a specific company. It should let the employer know about your motivation, suitability and interest in the particular job.

Content

Your cover letter should be addressed to the person that will review your application. It should let him know why you are qualified for the position and interested in the company's work. Don't forget to write which position you are applying for.

In addition, you cover letter should highlight your experience and skills from the resume relevant to the position.

Format

A cover letter should written in a conversational, though formal, tone.

In the first paragraph, state any personal contacts you have in the company and which position you are applying for. Keep the first paragraph brief.

The following two or three paragraphs should discuss in detail the most relevant qualifications listed in your resume. They should specify how and why you are qualified for the job.

A short last paragraph should express your willingness to meet for an interview. End the letter by thanking the reader for her or his time.

Igor Wruppi is the owner of www.coverletterhelp.org a website dedicated to free cover letter, resume and cv articles, guides and samples. Feel free to use this article on your page, but please include a link to the article at How to Write a Cover Letter if using this article on your site.

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