Cover Letters That Knock 'Em Dead [Paperback]

Martin John Yate (Author), Martin Yate (Author)

Book Description

Series: 3rd Edition | Publication Date: May 1998

The newest edition of Martin Yate's New York Times Business Bestselling Knock 'em Dead features the most up-to-date advice available on recent developments in the job market. It also features advice on getting organized, getting interviews, and how to follow up on job opportunities, as well as what to do when layoffs or downsizing are imminent. And of course the Knock em Dead still features hundreds of great answers to tough interview questions!

Every example in Resumes that Knock em Dead produced a real job. Many of the samples included were used to change careers; others resulted in dramatically higher salaries. Cover Letters that Knock em Dead has the final word on not just how to write a "correct" cover letter, but how to write a cover letter that offers a powerful competitive advantage in today's tough job market. In Resumes that Knock em Dead, Yate reviews that marks of a great resume, what type of resume is right for each applicant, what always goes in, what always stays out, and why.

In today's competitive job market, candidates need to stand out, get interviews, and win job offers. Martin Yate shows them how!

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A well-written, paint-by-numbers guide to effective cover letters. Right on target!" -- Marc Cosentino, Assistant Director, Office of Career Services, Harvard University

"No job hunter can afford to bypass the Knock 'Em Dead books." -- Tony Lee, Editor, The Wall Street Journal's National Business Employment Weekly

"Provides every letter you'll need, plus a battle plan that shows how to use them for maximum effect." -- Diane Callas, Executive Director, National Association of Personnel Consultants

About the Author

Martin Yate is an internationally bestselling author and America's leading advocate for working professionals. His previous positions include National Director of Training for Dunhill Personnel System, Inc., and Director of Personnel for Bell Industries Computer Memory Division. His other books include Knock 'Em Dead, Resumes That Knock 'Em Dead, and Hiring The Best.

Product Details

• Paperback: 260 pages
• Publisher: Adams Media Corp; 3rd edition (May 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1558508163
• ISBN-13: 978-1558508163
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,255,651 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Martin Yate is an internationally best-selling author. He has held major posts as a director of training and personnel for several international companies. His best-selling title Great Answers to Tough Interview Questions (published by Kogan Page) is now in its 5th edition and has sold over 4 million copies.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not quite knockin' 'em dead, March 8, 2005

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This review is from: Cover Letters That Knock 'em Dead (Knock 'em Dead Cover Letters) (Paperback)

I used this along with "Cover Letter Magic" and "The Very Quick Job Search," and I prefer those over this one. Though certainly an improvement over the old "Enclosed please find" style, the examples throughout the book are still a bit stiff, unnecessarily wordy, and dated. There's also not as much variety as in the other books.

On meail cover letters, he gives a bit of misinformation, which suggests he may not be as up-to-speed on email limitations as he could be. Specifically, he suggests using a signature-styled font in an email. (That only works if the recipient has the same font on their PC.)

I liked the examples of "Resurrection" letters (basically a thanks for the rejection), but their use is never explained in the book, so there's nothing to suggest this tactic is effective. (The only mention in the other books is in "Cover Letter Magic." They advise against them.) My guess is that this would have to be done selectively and carefully. What may be seen as persistence by the job seeker may be interpreted by the potential employer as either not being able to take a hint or a desperate need to have the last word.

It's an okay book, particularly if your personal style is somewhat formal and "old school," but it's not worthy of its title.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You need this book!, September 8, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Cover Letters That Knock 'Em Dead (Paperback)

I used this book when I was job searching during my senior year of college. I read it cover to cover, and followed the author's advice. I was highly successful in my job search, landing my dream job. I was even complimented several times on my "very creative" cover letter. You can't go wrong with this book!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars BRAVO>>>>Well done maestro!!!, October 6, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Cover Letters That Knock 'Em Dead (Paperback)

Excellent book it showed me all I needed to write the perfect cover letter and it was incredibly easy to read and showed excellent examples of all different types of job seeking situations. I highly recommend this to anyone...from professionals to those seeking part-time employment, well done Mr. Yate!