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How to Write a Successful Cover Letter: Ace your application
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Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about writing a perfect cover letter with this practical guide.
For many people, applying for a job can be a long and daunting process. However, people often forget or disregard the importance of a good cover letter, even though it is generally the second thing a recruiter will read. Not to worry – this guide will show you what employers are looking for so you can write the perfect cover letter!
In 50 minutes you will be able to:
• Avoid common pitfalls when writing cover letters
• Identify the most effective ways to capture the employer’s attention
• Understand the differences between an emailed cover letter and one sent by post
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For many people, applying for a job can be a long and daunting process. However, people often forget or disregard the importance of a good cover letter, even though it is generally the second thing a recruiter will read. Not to worry – this guide will show you what employers are looking for so you can write the perfect cover letter!
In 50 minutes you will be able to:
• Avoid common pitfalls when writing cover letters
• Identify the most effective ways to capture the employer’s attention
• Understand the differences between an emailed cover letter and one sent by post
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The Coaching series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at all those who, at any stage in their careers, are looking to acquire personal or professional skills, adapt to new situations or simply re-evaluate their work-life balance. The concise and effective style of our guides enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of a broad range of concepts, combining theory, constructive examples and practical exercises to enhance your learning.
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How to Write a Successful Cover Letter - 50minutes
Problem: how can you write a cover letter that will get you an interview?
Uses: a cover letter complements and enhances your CV. It allows the candidate to emphasise some of their strengths more than others to fit the job they are applying for, and it also gives the employer an overall view of the candidate’s profile, personality, experiences, skills and motivation.
Professional context: job or internship searching, career change.
FAQs:
What makes an emailed cover letter different one sent by post?
Is it a good idea to handwrite your cover letter?
Should you always send a cover letter with your CV?
What arguments should you make when you have little or no professional experience?
Can you add a touch of humour to your cover letter?
How can you appear enthusiastic without coming across as arrogant?
Can you use the same cover letter for every job?
Should you mention the distance between the workplace and home?
Have you just graduated, lost your job or decided that you want to change careers? Well, unless you plan on setting up your own business, you are going to have to apply for a job or an internship. You now have to think about writing a cover letter, which is almost always expected for job applications.
In fact, no matter your professional situation and the job you want to apply for, a cover letter is crucial. It
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