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Tips to Write an Effective Cover Letter

A cover letter is the first impression for a recruiter and must encourage him to read your resume further. Read on to find out why you need a cover letter and how to go about writing it.

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25 Nov 2021
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Your cover letter must specifically talk about the position you are applying for. It is important for youΒ to tailor-make your cover letterΒ for each job you apply to. A resume cannot be targeted to each job, but a cover letter can and must necessarily be so. Also remember a cover letter should complement and not duplicate your resume.

The purpose of the cover letter is:

  • To tell the employer the type of positionΒ you are seeking, and how exactly you are qualified for that position. This information also tells the hiring manager how well you know the organization and position.
  • You need to also tell the hiring manager whatΒ caused you to apply: whether an advertisement, the recommendation of a friend who works there, or your own interest in the company.
  • Further your cover letter canΒ explain things that your resume can’t. If you have large gaps in your employment history or are re-entering the job market after break, a cover letter is the best way to explain these circumstances and project things in a positive way.
  • Again, if you are changing the focus of your career, or planning to relocate and so are conducting a long-distanceΒ job-search, the cover letter canΒ explain your outlookΒ on your new career pathΒ and the kind of employment you are seeking and why.

Introductory Paragraph:

This states why you are writing to the recruiter/employee. Some basic options are:

  • Β β€œPlease find enclosed my CV, which I am forwarding to you as an application for the position of…”
  • β€œIn reference to your advertisement in… dated… attached is my resume.”

It may also include a synopsis of why you are a top candidate for the position. Some examples:

  • β€œYour position advertised on Shine.com is an excellent fit with my qualifications, as the enclosed resume will attest.”
  • “My background includes… years of successfully managing… I offer particular expertise in…, with in-depth knowledge of …”
  • β€œMy extensive experience in… and my commitment to achieving the highest quality aligns extremely well with the … position that you are currently advertising.”
  • β€œMy extensive top-level background in …makes me exactly the kind of value-added executive you needΒ … as advertised by you in …”

Main body of the letter:

The main body of the letter should be two to maximum three paragraphs. Here you must summarize key experience and skills. You also need to highlight your area of specialization, number of years in the industry etc. You should also highlightΒ any unique points that you might have and include a brief description of your personal skills.

Further you need to demonstrate how your credentials, motivation and track record would benefit the company’s operation. You can begin by “Highlights of my credentials include:” or “Key strengths I offer include…”

Closing Paragraph:

The closing paragraph should ask for action from the recipient. It should also thank the recipient for giving you the opportunity to apply. You canΒ add things like:

  • “Should you require further information…”
  • Β β€œLook forward to a face to face discussion”.
  • “Thank you for your kind consideration.”

Use the above tips to get started.

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