It is no secret that a cover letter is one of the most crucial ingredients when it comes to applying for a job. It needs to be creative, compelling and concise \u2013 but HOW we hear you asking. How do you wow the\u00a0hiring manager and convince them that they have to meet you in person for an interview?\u00a0Here\u2019s how to write\u00a0a compelling cover letter that will secure you the job of your dreams:<\/p>\n
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Work out what the company most wants to achieve and how to demonstrate that your past experience is exactly what they need to do this.<\/p>\n
To prove how you plan to help the company achieve their ends, highlight\u00a03 \u2018personal \u00a0brand\u2019 qualities that make you shine brighter than the\u00a0competition.<\/p>\n
In an age of endless information it is no longer enough to address the cover letter \u201cTo Whom It May Concern.\u201d Use the tools available to you to find out the name of the hiring manager. It will prove your tenacity and dedication to the role.<\/p>\n
Clearly and succinctly introduce yourself, what job you\u2019re applying for, and why you\u2019re the best candidate.\u00a0If you have a friend or acquaintance in common now is your opportunity to mention so.<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t waste space with clich\u00e9 buzzwords and empty jargon. Be sure to revise and review every sentence to make sure it is as \u2018fat-free\u2019 as possible.<\/p>\n
Clearly state why you think your unique cocktail of skills, attitude and experience make you the perfect candidate. Use carefully selected examples and stories to make your case.<\/p>\n
Numbers speak a thousand words. Backup your examples with cold hard facts to prove how you\u2019ve saved your company money or driven more sales.<\/p>\n
Be assertive. Finish the cover letter with a convincing argument about how you plan to hit the ground running to get the company to meet and exceed their goals. Finish up by suggesting a date to come in for an interview. Don\u2019t worry about\u00a0being too forward.<\/p>\n
Brevity is crucial. Whether your cover letter is in email or document form the ideal length should be a concise\u00a0couple of paragraphs with a number of bullets between.<\/p>\n
The worst thing you could do is sending a cover letter with errors or typos. Take a moment before pressing send to review your\u00a0masterpiece.\u00a0Ask a second pair of eyes to review your work.<\/p>\n
Good luck and happy job hunting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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