How to get the job with a well-written cover letter. This practical guide to cover letter preparation deals with the entire process, step-by-step, from design and construction to content. Included are samples of cover letters that work (and some that don't). There are instructions for preparing a wide range of cover and employment letters, with examples of each for easy reference.
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The definitive guide to The Perfect Cover Letter--now revised and expanded
A good cover letter says a lot about you. It showcases not only your writing style and skills, but other important personal qualities employers look for, and usually can't detect from your resume. With so much riding on it, a cover letter that attracts--and holds--the attention of your prospective employer is essential. This practical how-to manual shows you how to create highly effective letters designed to get you the interview you want.
Newly revised and expanded, this indispensable guide offers a complete A-to-Z look at all the elements of a good cover letter, from its standard components to the proper format. Here's where you'll find: A brief introduction to cover letters--their purpose, how employers use them, how they're read Examples of winning letters, including general broadcast, executive search, networking, advertisement response, and personal introduction Tips on what makes a letter effective--and what doesn't Helpful guidelines on following up--writing the important thank you letter and more! --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
About the Author
RICHARD H. BEATTY is Chairman of Brandywine Consulting Group, a leading executive search and out placement consulting firm. He is the author of several bestselling career books, including The Resume Kit and 175 High Impact Cover Letters, both published by Wiley.
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A must have reference for job seekers! The best!!,
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This is the best book of its kind! The author shows the reader how to create an original cover letter with impact. He gives examples of elements of both good and bad cover letters. Additionally, he gives example cover letters for a variety of situations, as well as thank you, follow-up, and networking letters. I reviewed a few different books from my library before I decided this was one that I must have.
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I found the book to be clear, concise, and well written. It addresses key points to cover letter writing, and illustrates them with examples. It is an excellent guide for those who have an employment history. However, it does not address the needs of recent college graduates who are looking for their first job. I am assuming that this need would be covered by another publication. This omission does not detract from its usefullness to the intended audience.
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I saw other people complaining about the content. I personally thought the book ROCKED, except I do agree that it is not for those who are going from college with little or no exp. to a full time position.
This book had great examples of networking letters, advice seeking letters, resume letters, and of course excellent advice on cover letters. It gave clear step by step instructions with examples on how to match your cover letter to the job offer. Sounds simple, but a lot of other books miss it.
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A random sampling of numerous cover letters received by our human resources consulting firm suggests that there are three acceptable formats commonly used by job seekers in the preparation of their employment cover letters. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
general broadcast letter, employment networking letter, advertising response cover letter, typist identification, employment cover letter, employment candidacy, poor cover letter, search cover letter, broadcast cover letter, full block format, individual company research, modified block format, accompanying resume, employment credentials, complimentary closing, advertisement response, functional accountabilities, effective cover letter, job search campaign, enclosure line, employment resume, good cover letter, enclosed resume, linear comparison, social title Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Mechanical Engineering, Poor Cover Letter, Cost Accountant, Bucknell University, Procurement Manager, Industrial Management, Price Waterhouse New!
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A random sampling of numerous cover letters received by our human resources consulting firm suggests that there are three acceptable formats commonly used by job seekers in the preparation of their employment cover letters. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
general broadcast letter, employment networking letter, advertising response cover letter, typist identification, employment cover letter, employment candidacy, poor cover letter, search cover letter, broadcast cover letter, full block format, individual company research, modified block format, accompanying resume, employment credentials, complimentary closing, advertisement response, functional accountabilities, effective cover letter, job search campaign, enclosure line, employment resume, good cover letter, enclosed resume, linear comparison, social title Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Mechanical Engineering, Poor Cover Letter, Cost Accountant, Bucknell University, Procurement Manager, Industrial Management, Price Waterhouse New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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