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Types of Cover Letter

There are many types of cover letters and it is important to send the right one. You must expect to cover your resume with a different type depending on the form of application. The following factors would color your choice of letter, and each must be carefully considered:

Are you replying to an advertised vacancy?
Are you sending a speculative application?
Was the post advertised generally or by word of mouth?
Are you responding by email or by mail?
Have you been asked to respond by fax?

For example:-

Sample Fax Cover Letter for an Advertised Post

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To:	Maria Crane	Fax:	(206) 555-7639
From:	Robert Singleton	Date:	12/24/2010
Re:	Resume for Robert Singleton	Pages:	2

The _______________ position you describe in your recent advertisement in the _______________ is exactly the type of position I am seeking! With my _______________ experience, I know I can be an asset to many of your clients. In addition, I _______________.

I would like to discuss the requirements and qualifications for this position further. I will contact you next week to arrange a time when we can get together to discuss how I can be of benefit to your organization.

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Whenever a resume is sent by mail, a cover letter must accompany it. The cover letter is your opportunity to make an immediate good impression of yourself, much as you would if you walked into the room for an interview nicely dressed, confident, and poised. It is a chance to set yourself apart from the other applicants -- it's your first opportunity to sell yourself.

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What goes into a cover letter?

The basic content of a cover letter includes the same basics as any business letter, plus other specifics such as:

Your name and address (unless it is already in your personal letterhead);

The date;

The name, company and address to whom you are sending your resume;

A salutation;

An opening paragraph explaining why you are writing;

A middle paragraph(s) highlighting why you are an outstanding applicant;

A closing paragraph requesting an interview;

A closing, such as "Sincerely" or "Yours Truly," with your signature.

It sounds easy, but there's got to be some tricks...

Not tricks, but there certainly are some tips. Here are a few basic ones:

Cover letters should be individualized and written for the specific organization and/or position. Do not write one cover letter and send it to everyone.

Cover letters should highlight your special qualifications and talents. Don't copy an example you find in a book or online. Use examples to give you ideas.

It should go without saying, cover letters should be perfect! No more than you would walk into an interview with a run in your stockings or a gravy stain on your tie; should you send a cover letter (or your resume, for that matter) with spelling errors, typos or poor grammar. Do not count solely on your computer's spell check. Carefully proof read it and then have someone you trust proof read it.

Be clear and concise in your writing. Avoid phrases such as:

"I am writing at this time..." What other time is there to write?

"I am anxiously awaiting your reply." Anxiously means nervously; don't you really mean eagerly?

"Owing to the fact..." "Since" is cleaner, clearer and more concise.

"This is the subject which..." Try using "this subject"

"There is no doubt but that..." Instead write "doubtless" or "no doubt".

Keep your cover letter to one page.

Put yourself in your reader's place. What will make them sit up and take notice. Are you a problem solver? How can you contribute to their organization? What is really special about you that is going to help them?

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