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| Page 1 of 28 | Previous | Next | JENNIFER ANTHONY APRIL 2, 2011 How to Make Your Cover Letter a Perfect Fit for Any Opening Let’s face it, a blanket cover letter just isn’t going to cut it these days. Here are a few simple steps to customizing your cover letters. And if you don’t think you SHOULD customize your cover letter for each application you submit, then we have bigger problems than I thought…). By Jessica M Holbrook. | | | | | | |
| CAREER ALLEY JUNE 9, 2011 A Short Guide to Creating a Great Covering Letter We’re often told how important it is to make sure our CV is up to scratch but it’s also incredibly important to make an effort to include a well-thought-out covering letter. Here are a few tips to get you started: Write a letter without fail. Investigate the employer. Write a new covering letter for each job application. | RESUME HELP BLOG APRIL 30, 2011 Is A Cover Letter Necessary? YES! Here’s Why. "Is A Cover Letter Necessary?" Here's why: A cover letter is a "sales" letter about you. It tells the prospective employer about yourself, your background and what you have to offer. Your cover letter tells them exactly what they get if they "purchase" (hire) you. Cover Letters Is a cover letter necessary | | | | | | | | | |
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MILDRED TALABI | MONDAY, JANUARY 16, 2012  3 costly mistakes jobseekers make on cover letters
What’s more important – having a good CV or a good cover letter…? Cover letters are just as important as CVs because a good cover letter gets your CV through the door and a good CV then goes on to qualify you for an interview! COSTLY MISTAKE NUMBER 2: Some cover letters are too short. The answer? Not many! MORE >> -
CAREERS DONE WRITE | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2011  Cover Letter Help That Gets the Job
I often say that sending a résumé without a cover letter is like leaving your house with a shirt and no pants. cover letter is part of your presentation – the entire package. Then why would you risk sending your résumé for a position you want without your all-important cover letter? MORE >> -
RESUME BEAR | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2011  Knock Them Dead with Your Cover Letter
Your resume and cover letter should combine to deliver an effective “one-two punch” that grabs the positive attention needed to land an interview. Though many think the cover letter has become obsolete because of online resume posting, in reality the cover letter is equally important in electronic and paper applications. MORE >> -
 What To Include In Your Cover Letter
Your resume is very important, however, you also need to bear in mind that often the cover letter that you send is the first impression potential employers will get of you. It is reading this letter that will help them decide whether or not to read your resume. MORE >> -
RESUME BEAR | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2011  Become Irresistible to Employers to Land Interviews
This is the strategy for becoming irresistible to potential employers. Polish that networking pitch and include its main messages in key areas of the resume, such as the professional summary and cover letter. Resumes have traditionally been used to communicate the facts of your education and training that qualify you for job openings. MORE >>
- Is Your Resume Summary Boring Employers? CAREER REALISM | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2010
- What a Cover Letter Hook Might Encompass CAREER REALISM | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2010
- Cover-letter Mistakes JOB HUNT DOCTOR | FRIDAY, APRIL 29, 2011
- Sorry, I probably won't read your cover letter CORN ON THE JOB | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2010
- What to Say in Your Thank You Letter Besides, ‘Thank You’ CAREER REALISM | THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 2012
- 5 Tips to Help You Write the Perfect Cover Letter JOBACLE | THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2012
- “If I can’t get a work visa, can an employer withdraw a job offer?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | TUESDAY, JULY 19, 2011
- Screw the Cover Letter WATER COOLER WISDOM | MONDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2010
- Employment Law Prediction: Jury Sympathies in Recession Times EMPLOYMENT BLAWG | FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2009
- Cover Yourself: How to Write a Cover Letter Worth Reading JENNIFER ANTHONY | FRIDAY, APRIL 23, 2010
- Funny Resume Mistakes RESUME BEAR | FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 2011
- 10 Cover Letter Tips You Don’t Want To Miss CAREER ALLEY | WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 2011
- Long Term Employment on a Resume Can Hurt You CAREER REALISM | THURSDAY, JANUARY 5, 2012
- “Season” Your Cover Letter With A Great Quote! | ResumeToReferral.com RESUME TO REFERRAL | FRIDAY, JANUARY 22, 2010
- Resumes, Cover Letters and Interviews, Oh My! CAREER ALLEY | THURSDAY, JULY 15, 2010
- 4 Essentials Of A Good Cover Letter PROFESSIONAL RESUME SERVICES | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2012
- Two Cover Letter Secrets YOU Can Use In Tough Times. RESUME TO REFERRAL | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2010
- Introducing the TruFocus Cover Letter Template | Tim's Strategy TIM'S STRATEGY | THURSDAY, JULY 1, 2010
- Purpose of a Cover Letter (Back-to-Basics Series. RESUME TO REFERRAL | THURSDAY, MARCH 4, 2010
- Good and Bad Cover Letters: What’s the Difference RESUME HELP BLOG | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2012
- 5 Ways to Make Your Executive Thank-You Letter Count CAREER ALLEY | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2012
- 4 Inside Secrets to Writing a Great Cover Letter CAREER REALISM | SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2010
- “Offer Letter or Employee Handbook: Which counts more?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2011
- What Should Be in a Cover Letter BOOMERS NEXT STEP | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2012
- On Your Résumé and Cover Letter, Numbers Matter THE JOB QUEST | SUNDAY, JANUARY 1, 2012
- What Employers Want THE JOB QUEST | THURSDAY, JULY 29, 2010
- Employment Status Has Nothing to Do with Ability THE JOB QUEST | THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 2010
- Do I Need a Cover Letter If It Was Not Requested? JENNIFER ANTHONY | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2010
- HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT WRITING COVER LETTERS? CALL TO CAREER | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2010
- Top 5 Common Cover Letter Pitfalls to Avoid JENNIFER ANTHONY | SUNDAY, MARCH 7, 2010
- Charming the Stimulus Act COBRA:New COBRA Rights and Employer. EMPLOYMENT BLAWG | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2009
- “How can I stop interference with my employment?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2011
- 5 Cover Letter Must-Avoids | ResumeToReferral.com RESUME TO REFERRAL | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2009
- Should My Husband and I Use The Same Cover Letter For Jobs With The Same Employer? RESUME TO REFERRAL | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2010
- Cover Letters vs. Employment History RESUME TO REFERRAL | SATURDAY, JANUARY 21, 2012
- How to Email Your Resume and Cover Letter CAREER ALLEY | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2012
- “Can I request severance or a cash settlement to keep quiet about an illegal practice by my employer?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2012
- “My new job is not the promised job. What do I do?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2011
- “Can an employer strand an employee overseas?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | MONDAY, JULY 11, 2011
- Should You Address Weaknesses on Your Resume or Cover Letter? CAREER ROCKETEER | TUESDAY, MAY 3, 2011
- The Right Resume Format to Get You Noticed CAREER REALISM | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2012
- Executive Job Search: How Recruiters and Employers Find Candidates. EXECUTIVE CAREER BRAND | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2010
- Four Tips for Career Change Cover Letters CAREER SOLVERS | SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2011
- How to List Salary Requirements on a Cover Letter CAREER REALISM | SUNDAY, APRIL 22, 2012
- Cover Letters That WOW Employers EMPLOYMENT DIGEST | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2011
- The Secret to Writing a 'Must-Read' Cover Letter. RESUME TO REFERRAL | MONDAY, JANUARY 25, 2010
- 10 Things to Remove from Your Resume CAREER REALISM | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2011
- Employers: Show Common Courtesy to Applicants RESUME BEAR | MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2012
- Curtain-Raising Cover Letters: Full Disclosure RESUME WRITING | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2009
- Job Interview Thank You Letter – Make Employers Remember You EMPLOYMENT DIGEST | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2011
- 5 Tips To Capturing The Job With A Thank You Letter JENNIFER ANTHONY | TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2010
- things I wish I hadn’t seen on your resume or in your cover letter ASK A MANAGER | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2011
- “What can an ex-employer say about an ex-employee?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | MONDAY, JULY 4, 2011
- Cover Letter and Resume Mistakes That Keep You From Getting the Job POSITION IGNITION | FRIDAY, MAY 27, 2011
- How to Get an Employer’s Attention in 20 Seconds CAREER REALISM | SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2011
- “Should I replace my employment attorney?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2011
- “Can a letter be considered a verbal warning?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2012
- You, Inc.: Creating Integrated Career Positioning Messages BOOMERS NEXT STEP | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2011
- Basic Things to Know About a Resume RESUME BEAR | THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 2011
- House of Pain Cover Letters | Blogging4Jobs BLOGGING4JOBS | THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 2010
- Writing Acceptance Letters ADVENTURES OF THE JOB SEARCH NINJA | MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2011
- How To Write The Perfect Cover Letter PROFESSIONAL RESUME SERVICES | MONDAY, MAY 14, 2012
- 6 Reasons You Don’t Have A Job CORN ON THE JOB | TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2011
- 5 Things to Consider When Writing Your Resume CORN ON THE JOB | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2012
- Cover Letters That WIN Job Interviews | ResumeToReferral.com RESUME TO REFERRAL | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2009
- A GREAT Job Interview Follow-up Letter Secret | ResumeToReferral.com RESUME TO REFERRAL | FRIDAY, JANUARY 1, 2010
- Majoring in Employment – College Job Search CAREER ALLEY | TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2012
- Writing The Perfect Cover Letter PROFESSIONAL RESUME SERVICES | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28, 2012
- The Rule of Three (a.k.a. How to Be Unforgettable to Employers) CAREER REALISM | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2010
- Are Letters of Recommendation Good Enough? CAREER ROCKETEER | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2012
- “How can I get my employer to honor the salary offer it made when. SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | TUESDAY, JULY 13, 2010
- “Can I stop my former employer from using my voice on its answering service?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2011
- How to Fix a Drab Cover Letter CAREER ROCKETEER | SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 2011
- bombarding an employer with unsolicited recommendations can backfire ASK A MANAGER | WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 2011
- HOLDING A GRUDGE AGAINST YOUR PAST EMPLOYER? CAREER CHAOS | SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2009
- What is the Importance of Two Resumes and a Cover Letter When. BOOMERS NEXT STEP | MONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2010
- Thank You Letters to Swing the Recruiter’s Decision ADVENTURES OF THE JOB SEARCH NINJA | SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2011
- “Can my former employer claim to be the author of a magazine. SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2010
- “Job offer rescinded after I quit my other job; are they liable?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | TUESDAY, AUGUST 16, 2011
- How to Write a Unique Cover Letter | ResumeToReferral.com RESUME TO REFERRAL | MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2010
- yes, you really should write a better cover letter ASK A MANAGER | MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2011
- “Can an employer change a compensation plan retroactively?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | MONDAY, MAY 2, 2011
- First Impressions: 6 Mistakes You Shouldn’t Put in Your Cover Letter THE UNDERCOVER RECRUITER | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2011
- 4 Steps to Customizing Your Cover Letter for Any Job | Career. CAREER ROCKETEER | FRIDAY, MARCH 4, 2011
- “Does leaving an employer, and then returning, relieve me from a. SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2010
- “If my offer letter states three different ways to pay me, which one is right?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2010
- How to let potential employers know you would relocate CAREERS DONE WRITE | FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2012
- “What if my employment contract and employee handbook conflict?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2011
- “Directed by my employer to discriminate; what can I do?” SKLOVER WORKING WISDOM | WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 2012
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