Knock 'em Dead Cover Letters: Features the Latest Information on: Online Postings, Email Techniques, and Follow-up Strategies [Paperback]

Martin Yate (Author)

Book Description

Series: Knock 'em Dead Cover Letters | Publication Date: October 17, 2008

This book has been a top seller in its category for more than ten years! Now, in an all-new updated edition, Martin Yate shows readers the words and phrases to use that get them that critical first interview. This edition includes new material: an update of the text; a step-by-step procedure for turning weak cover letters into strong ones; the latest strategies for online cover letters and job searching; and a new section, Before and After, reveals how to transform sloppy cover letters into powerful tools. Millions of job searchers are entering the market. This book is an essential tool to help them get hired.

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About the Author

Martin Yate is the author of the New York Times bestselling Knock 'em Dead series, An internationally recognized expert on career management, Yate's job search manual was recognized by the LA Times as a "classic winner." He runs a highly sought-after job search service in Georgia.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Adams Media; 8 edition (October 17, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1598696734
• ISBN-13: 978-1598696738
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 8 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #432,436 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.

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I got the job!, June 3, 2009

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S. L. Howell (Virginia, United States) - See all my reviews
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Maybe it was just a coincidence, but the first job I wrote a cover letter for using this book is the first one that called me for an interview, and ultimately hired me for. Even though there weren't any specific example letters for my position (biology major, research laboratory assistant), I was still able to pick and chose phrases to craft a persuasive cover letter. I really think you should give it a try!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars ENJOY YATES BOOKS, May 8, 2010

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I have been in the field of working with customers for 34 years who are seeking employment.I know the importance of a clear and concise cover letter in applying for work. Martin Yaes is one of my favorite authors. He provides valuable information to people seeking asssitance in writing an effective cover letter. The Cover Letter is the sales pitch for the resume. Great book!!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book for writing the perfect cover letter!, January 30, 2010

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Kelly R. Wibbenmeyer "Kelly Wibbenmeyer autho... (St. Louis, MO) - See all my reviews
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This book is a great tool that I've used while consulting others. Many people don't realize how important the cover letter is...sometimes it's as important if not more important than your resume or your interview...do you know why??? If you don't write an interesting cover letter, then your resume may end up getting filed in "file 13" a.k.a the trash.

A great book with many interesting ways to blow the socks of off your employers.

Kelly Wibbenmeyer, the author of Any Tom, Dick, or Harry Can Get a Job: A Sure Fire Way to Land a Job