How much importance have you been placing on your cover letter? Keep in mind you are not replacing or recreating your resume.  Your cover letter should supplement it.

A cover letter gives you the opportunity to highlight your prior accomplishments that are relative to the job. In addition, this is the perfect time to express why you will be a good fit for the position and the company overall.

An important step when writing your cover letter is to make sure you mention the name of the organization and the job that you are applying for. This is where you can show that you have done your research on the company. While using the same format and general information that you have used in your resume, you next want to make the connection to your skills, experience, and interests that are relevant to the position you are applying for. Also be sure to thank them in advance for their consideration of you for the position.

Please read our article How to Write an Effective Cover Letter and follow our resume tips.  You can opt into our email course for advice on how to become more competitive in the job market. For more tips like these, follow us on Pinterest, and “like” us on Facebook!

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