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Nuts and Bolts of Effective Cover Letters
By Linda Matias
Nuts and Bolts of Effective Cover Letters
by: Linda Matias
As a job seeker, you shouldn't overlook the importance of a cover letter. If written strategically, a cover
letter increases your chances for consideration, and provides an opportunity to highlight your
individuality.
A cover letter is much more than just a letter stating, "I read the job announcement in Sunday's
classified, please accept this letter as an application of interest". It is a statement that tells the reader
what they can expect from you if hired.
The challenging part of writing a cover letter is determining what information to include. After all, all the
juicy information was included in the resume. What could you possibly add to the cover letter that will
add substance to your qualifications?
Keep in mind that the resume and cover letter have different purposes. A resume demonstrates that
you can do the job, it highlights your past accomplishments, while a cover letter points out the extent to
which you match the job requirements for a specific a company and how you will fit in.
A well-written cover letter gives you an advantage over your competition because it provides another
opportunity to showcase your experience and qualifications.
Cover letter basics can be mastered by following the pointers below.
Sell! Sell! Sell!
A cover letter is more than just a business letter; it is a sales letter. Begin with a strong introduction,
layout the benefits you offer, and establish credibility by showcasing your accompl