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Your initial contact with an employer comes from you resume and your covering letter. Find hints and tips for creating effective readable job cover letters.

Are Cover Letters Still Relevant For Social Media and Tech Jobs?

By Meghan Peters - he cover letter is often an expected attachment to the r�sum�, serving as an applicant�s first impression on potential employers. Traditionally, it offers job seekers an opportunity to introduce their skills and qualifications, while giving hiring managers an idea of a candidate�s suitability for the position. But as more companies use social networks to screen candidates, many applicants are questioning whether their cover letters are still relevant. With the level of transparency in social media, what can a cover letter offer that a LinkedIn profile or Twitter stream can�t? Opinions of the career experts interviewed for this article were split,. (Added: 28-Nov-2011 Hits: 123 )

Nonprofit Jobs: Writing a Good Cover Letter Ending

By na - They say first impressions are everything, but final impressions aren't chopped liver either. That's why writing a good cover letter ending can make all the difference. Believe it or not, a bad closing to your cover letter can ruin an otherwise great effort. Not only applicable to job hunters looking for a job in the non-profit sector. (Added: 28-Nov-2011 Hits: 98 )

Job-Search Basics: Cover Letter Checklist

By Katharine Hansen and Randall S. Hansen, Ph.D. - Think your cover letter is ready to be seen by employers? To be sure, use this checklist to guarantee that you've written the most dynamic (and powerful) cover letter possible. (Added: 27-Feb-2006 Hits: 1574 )

FAQ's About Covering Letters

By William S. Franks - As a partner in America Online's Career Center, I receive several e-mails each day asking simple questions about cover letters. Here are answers to 12 frequently asked questions: (Added: 25-Nov-2003 Hits: 1323 )

What Makes A Great Cover Letter, According To Companies?

By na - Writing email cover letters is subtly different from writing a standard letter. The basic principles are fairly similar, but you�ll need to modify and add to an email letter in certain respects. (Added: 28-Nov-2011 Hits: 147 )

The Accomplishment Oriented Letter

By NA - The word resume means "summary," and resumes began as biographical sketches. They listed hobbies and interests, and things like your height and weight. Today, resumes are more sales- and marketing-oriented. They have become sales tools. Some are so accomplishment-oriented ("at my last job, I worked a miracle") that they bear almost no resemblance to the modest resumes of the past. If you have an accomplishment-oriented resume, it's easy to cut and paste a marketing letter. (Added: 25-Nov-2003 Hits: 1671 )

Research Tips for Writing a Great Cover Letter

By Shemiah Williams - Writing a great cover letter is an essential part of expressing interest in a job, and hopefully, securing an interview. A cover letter is your first opportunity to showcase your communication skills and make a good first impression. Writing a good cover letter takes preparation and forethought. (Added: 28-Nov-2011 Hits: 99 )

How to Write a Cover Letter

By Mike Telsiol - Learn why a good cover letter is essential when you send out your resume. Use some of the tips included. Having a great cover letter will help you in your job search. It's the first thing a potential employer will see so make sure it's a great reflection of you and your skills. (Added: 27-Feb-2006 Hits: 1764 )

Writing your cover letter - Human Resources - City of Vancouver

By City of Vancouver - Some hints on how to craft your cover letter when appying for a job, from the human resources department of the City of Vancouver. Includes a good sample cover letter. (Added: 28-Nov-2011 Hits: 98 )

Business Letter Writing a Cover Letter when Applying for a Job

By NA - Business Letter Writing: Writing a Cover Letter when Applying for a Job Here is an example of a sample cover letter requesting a position. Before taking a look at the letter, here are some useful key phrases to use in your own cover letters. (Added: 25-Nov-2003 Hits: 4201 )

4 Inside Secrets to Writing a Great Cover Letter

By na - Let�s agree you should always send a cover letter, it�s just the professional thing to do. Nonetheless, statistics show 50% of employers don�t read them and the others scan it in 5-10 seconds. That being said, how do you craft a cover letter that quickly captures their attention? (Added: 28-Nov-2011 Hits: 86 )

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