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Tips Writing a Cover Letter
- The cover letter must be directed to somebody in particular (avoid using phrases like “dear sir/madam” or “to whom it may concern”).
- Consider the cover letter as a business letter, a professional one.
- Never more than a page for writing a resume cover letter
- Quality paper, white or very clear (same type and colour of paper used for your resume)
- Brief explanation of what you offer and want, without forgetting that the cover letter must be in accordance with what the company needs.
- Bring (from your CV or resume) only aspects relevant to the position (abilities, capacities, achievements). Do not make a new summary of your resume
- Use the cover letter to convince, to persuade the reader that you are the most appropriate candidate for the position, that you can perform the functions.
- Show enthusiasm and interest in the company. Write something about the company or industry that shows you know about them.
- Check your spelling, grammar and expressions before approving the letter.
- Use short phrases, concise but with a rich lexicon writing a cover letter.
- Avoid very formal expressions and facts.
- Send an original cover letter to each employer.
- Write a resume cover letter in a creative way, oriented towards the client (the company)
For more information on resume writing samples and cover letter tips please visit CV-resume.org, offering all the information, tips writing a resume, free resources and examples about resumes, cv and cover letters on the web.
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