1. Chapter 13: The Cover Letter
Purpose of the Cover Letter
Electronic cover letters
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2. The Cover Letter (continued)
Eight Things a Cover Letter Can Do
State what and why
Make a personal connection
Highlight your skills and accomplishments
Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
Expand on your career objective
Offer additional information
Thank an employer for the interview
Request an interview
Six Components of an Effective Cover Letter
Your contact information
Inside address and salutation
Introduction: expanding on your career objective
Highlight your background
Tell the employer what you will contribute to the organization
Ask for an interview
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3. The Cover Letter (continued)
Three Types of Cover Letters
Response to a want ad
Invited response
Referral’s lead
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4. The Cover Letter (continued)
Sample Cover Letters
Response to a want ad
Invited cover letter
Referral’s lead
Sample Thank-You Letters
After an informal interview
After a job interview
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