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How to Write a Cover Letter in 8 Simple

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How to write a cover letter that will get you more job o ers? This step-by-step guide will show you the
best cover letter examples and expert tips. Write your cover letter in 8 simple and quick steps. Here's
how.

Michael Tomaszewski, CPRW

Certified Professional Résumé Writer, Career Expert
Updated 02/13/2020

It took weeks to find *this* job. It took hours to get your resume right.
 
Almost there. You just need a cover letter.
 
The problem?
 
You only get one shot.
 
You can’t just write a cover letter. It has to be perfect.
 
But… How do you write the perfect cover letter?
 
You know—the kind of letter that will make the employer call you up in the middle of
the night?
 
Give us 10 minutes and you’ll know how to write a cover letter like that.
 
This guide will show you:

How to write a cover letter better than 9 out of 10 others.

A sample cover letter that will get you more interviews (and why).
Cover letter writing tips and hacks to boost your chances of landing a job.
Actionable ideas on how to start and end a cover letter, plus how to address it.

 
Ready? Take a look at this basic cover letter sample. What do you think makes it so
special?
 
 An example of a cover letter format for every job made with our resume and
cover letter builder.

 
Read on! We’ll break down the formula in 8 simple steps.
 
 How to Write a Cover Letter—Writing Tips for 2020

 
 

The Secret Behind Every

Successful Cover Letter?
 
See, all great cover letters have something in common: they’re based on a proven,
e ective template. Here’s what I mean:
 
Meet Jane, the candidate who wrote the cover letter above. She’s applying for a
digital marketing manager position with a pharmaceutical company, XYZ Corp. The
company is planning to launch a new flagship website.
 
Jane’s experience and knowledge make her a perfect candidate for this role. The
purpose of her cover letter is to prove that she’ll be able to replicate her past
success in the new position.
 
Right, so you’ve seen a perfect example of a cover letter for a job.
 
Now, let me explain what makes this sample cover letter great and how you can use
this cover letter outline to make the most of each section.
 

Use a Professional Cover Letter

Header 
 
Yup, the basics first. The header of every professional cover letter for a job
application should include the following:
 

Your name
Your phone number
Your email address
The date
The name of the hiring manager and their professional title
The name and address of the company to which you’re applying

 
Optionally, you can add:
 

Your professional title

Your home address
Links to your professional websites
Your social media accounts (applicable only for LinkedIn and Twitter)
Your city of residence (it’s not mandatory but adds a professional touch—
include it if your cover letter is highly o cial)

 
Just remember to keep it professional:
 

Use an email address from a respected provider—that means either Gmail or

your personal domain (if you have one.)
Your email address should only include your first and last name—
sexyvanessa@gmail.com or johnlikesgoats@hotmail.com will be deal-breakers.
Don’t use your current work email. It’s impolite to both your current and
potential future employer.
Make sure your contact information is consistent across your resume, cover
letter, and social media profiles.

Pro Tip: Writing a cover letter with no name of the hiring manager available? In
the addressee section include only the name of the department: for example,
“XYZ Sales Department.”

 
Want to save time and have your professional job application ready in minutes? Here
are a sample cover letter and a matching resume made with our resume and cover
letter builder. Write your cover letter and resume here.
 
 Resume and a sample cover letter for a job application. See +15 resume and
cover letter templates and create your job application here.

Open Your Cover Letter with a

Proper Greeting
 
Who do you address a cover letter to?
 
Directly to the hiring manager who’ll read it.
 
The greeting of your cover letter (i.e., the salutation) might be the very first thing the
hiring manager sees. There’s one great, foolproof strategy to make your greeting
catch her attention:
 
Dear Katherine,

 
That’s right. Her name.
 
If we hear or see our name, we react. Focus on what comes next. There’s a lot of
science behind this:
 
Once the hiring manager sees her name in the greeting of your cover letter, she’s
going to feel like she’s found something tailored specifically for her. It will feel
personal, she’ll know whatever comes next might just be the exact information she’s
been looking for.
 
All of the following are good examples of professional cover letter greetings.
 
Sample cover letter greetings:
 

Dear Katherine,
Dear Miss Jones,
Dear Ms. Smith,
Dear Mrs. Ford,
Dear Mr. McConnor,

Pro Tip: Wondering whether you should use the hiring manager’s first or last
name? That depends on the company culture. If you’re applying for a position
with a relaxed, casual company, use the first name. For corporate cover
letters, it’s safer to go with the addressee's last name.

 
How do you find out the hiring manager’s name?
 
Do some research!
 
There are multiple ways to find out who your hiring manager is. You can learn about
them in our dedicated guide: How to Address a Cover Letter: Sample & Guide [20+
Examples]
 
If you’re unable to find the name by any means possible, you’ll need to write a cover
letter to whom it may concern.
 
Who to address a cover letter to if there’s no name of the hiring manager provided?
 
Have a look at those sample cover letter to whom it may concern greetings:
 

Dear Sales Team Hiring Manager,

Dear Hiring Manager,
Dear [XYZ Company] Team,
To Whom It May Concern

Pro Tip: If you’re not living in Victorian England, don’t start a cover letter with
“Dear Sir or Madam.”

 
Done with the header and greeting? Now it’s time for the meat and potatoes. The
central paragraphs of your cover letter.
 
How to get them right?
 
Go for the three paragraph cover letter format:
 
 The first paragraph to grab the hiring manager’s attention
The second to show what you’ve got to o er
The third to prove that you’ll fit in

 
Want to learn more about best professional cover letter formats? Read our guide:
Cover Letter Formats: A Complete How-To Guide [10+ Examples]
 
Now, have a look at a quick breakdown of the cover letter main body.
  

Write a Catchy Opening

Paragraph
 
Here’s the brutal truth:
 
These few sentences at the beginning of your cover letter will determine whether the
hiring manager will read on.
 
You need to make your cover letter introduction attract and hold the hiring
manager’s interest.
 
Have a look at these two sample cover letter opening paragraphs:
 

How To Make a Cover Letter—Opening

Paragraph
  
 WRONG
In response to your posting for the Digital Marketing Manager, I would like to
express my interest in taking part in the recruitment process. As a digital
marketing manager with 8+ years of experience, I am positive that I would be
successful at this role.

 
Why is it so bad?
 
Because it provides no value and no details. The bottom line is basically “I’ve already
done this job so I think I’d fit in.” That’s not what the hiring manager is looking for.
 
Now, see a properly written cover letter opening example:
 

RIGHT
As a lifelong enthusiast of XYZ’s marketing initiatives, I was thrilled to see your
posting for the position of Digital Marketing Manager. I am positive I can help
with XYZ’s upcoming challenges. I have experience with leading successful
national online campaigns with budgets over $300,000. What is more, I have
succeeded at expanding ABC’s client base by 19% since 2011.

 
“Wow, I’d have to be a lunatic not to hire her!”
 
That’s the response this cover letter first paragraph will bring.
 
There are a few di erent, e ective strategies for your cover letter opening. You can
highlight your achievements, show how well you know your prospective employer’s
needs, or base the intro on your enthusiasm.
 
Even professional writers struggle to make a perfect intro to their pieces. We know
that starting a cover letter can be daunting, that’s why we’ve put together a
dedicated guide for you. Give it a read: How to Start a Cover Letter: Sample &
Complete Guide [20+ Examples]
 

Explain Why You’re The Perfect

Candidate 
 
You see a job posting from your dream employer. The name of the job is the same as
your current position. You’ve been a very successful professional so far.
 
This means, to get that job you just have to show o your best assets in your cover
letter, right?
 
Wrong!
 
Your cover letter is not a trophy case.
 
So—
 
What to write in a cover letter’s second paragraph?
 
You need to get the hiring manager exactly what she’s looking for. You have to show
that you’re going to satisfy the company’s specific needs.
 
Remember Jane, our digital marketing manager candidate? The XYZ company to
which she’s applying needs:
 

First of all, a savvy digital marketing manager (1).

And, on top of that, someone who will supervise the development of their new
online portal (2).

 
Let’s have a look at how Jane managed to show that she’s both (1) and (2).
 

How To Make a Cover Letter—Second

Paragraph
 
Sample cover letter for a job application in digital marketing:
 

In my current position at ABC, I have supervised all phases of our online marketing
initiatives, both technical and creative (1). Last year, my key challenge was to
design and optimize nine product websites for ABC’s most strategic products and
improve our SEO results as well as enhance the UX (2). Here we are a year later:
 

Eight of the nine websites I optimized have achieved and secured their spot in
the top 3 results on Google (2). These are organic, non-paid results for 10+
key search terms;

 
 The incoming search engine tra c to all nine websites comprises 47% of the
total organic tra c (2) for key terms and phrases.

 
See how it’s done?
 
In the first sentence, show that you’re an expert in your field. But don’t keep on
bragging. The remaining part of your cover letter’s second paragraph should be all
about how your previous experiences will help your future employer press ahead
with their plans.
 

Lauren Little
Career Coach

Job seekers impress employers by identifying transferable skills related to

new positions. People often apply to new positions, so it’s likely you’ll not
have the exact experience requested. But employers would rather know how
your past experiences will inform future decisions. You were a hostess?
Relate those management and organizational skills to the Executive
Assistant position.

 
What if you’re creating a cover letter for an internship and don’t have a wealth of
professional experience to present? Don’t worry, we’ve got a dedicated guide to
show you how to write a good cover letter and land your dream internship: How to
Write a Cover Letter For an Internship [+20 Examples]
 

Tell Them Why You’re Eager to

Join  
 
Your future employers have needs. If they’re willing to hire you, it’s because they
think you’ll satisfy those needs.
 
But what they also want is for you to actually enjoy working with them. They want
your future job to feel rewarding to you—that way, they know you’re more likely to
stay with them for a longer period of time.
 
The key to writing a perfect cover letter third paragraph is showing the hiring
manager why you want this job, not just any job.
 
Here’s the easiest way to do it:
 

Start with a company fact - for instance, an upcoming project (1)

Say why you find it interesting (2)
Reiterate that your experience and knowledge will let you succeed with the
project (3)

 
Have a look at this cover letter example:
 

How To Make a Cover Letter—Third Paragraph

 
I know that XYZ’s current plans involve developing a comprehensive online portal
focused on healthcare-related issues (1). This project is a perfect match for my
personal and professional interests and an exciting opportunity to create a unique
online base of knowledge for patients and healthcare professionals (2). I would love
to leverage my knowledge of SEO marketing and online growth marketing to
achieve groundbreaking results with this initiative (3).

Pro Tip: How long should a cover letter be? In general, relevant and short
cover letters are best. Three paragraph tops. Your go-to word count shouldn’t
exceed 300 words.

 
Wondering how to write a good cover letter for a job application when there’s no job
o er? Want to see some general cover letter writing tips? Read our handy guide, 35+
Successful Cover Letter Tips, Advice & Guidelines (With Examples), and find out
about e ective cover letter strategies for di erent types of cover letters!
 

6 

Make Your O er in the Closing

Paragraph
 
So far so good:
 
Your cover letter shows that you have relevant skills. You’ve explained your
motivation. What could possibly go wrong?
 
Actually, a lot.
 
You still have a cover letter ending to write. And it’s the decisive part.
 
It has to amplify the general impression you’ve made with the previous paragraphs.
It has to make the hiring manager excited as she starts reading your resume.
 
How to make the best cover letter ending?
 
Long story short: by providing value.
 
Tell the hiring manager that you’re looking forward to meeting in person and
discussing how your experience and knowledge can help your future employer in
fulfilling their goals.
 
Like in this cover letter example:
 

How To Make a Cover Letter—Closing

Paragraph
 

I would welcome the chance to discuss your digital marketing objectives and show
you how my success at ABC can translate into digital and online marketing growth
for XYZ.

 
Two worst cover letter mistakes you can make in the final paragraph are:
 
1. Coming o needy - focusing on how much you want the job, not on what you
have to o er.
2. Repeating the cliched phrase “Thank you for your consideration and your
time.”
 
There are some easy tricks you can use to write an e ective cover letter closing
paragraph. Make sure to read our guide, How to End a Cover Letter: Sample &
Complete Guide [+20 Examples] and check them out!
 

Use the Right Formal Closing

 
Once you’ve written the body of your cover letter, you just need to put a formal
closing at the very end.
 
Write “sincerely” and follow it with your full name. Adding your handwritten
signature is optional, but it’s recommended for more formal cover letters.
 
If you’re not a fan of the well-worn, “sincerely,” feel free to use any of the following
synonyms:
 
Sample cover letter sign-o s:

Thank you,
Best regards,
Kind regards,
Sincerely,
With best regards.

 
The ones listed above are going to be your safest bets. Still not what you’re looking
for?
Have a look at some alternative cover letter sample salutations:

Thank you for your consideration,

Regards,
Sincerely yours,
Yours truly,
Respectfully yours.

Pro Tip: It’s a good idea to repeat your basic contact information, such as your
LinkedIn profile, email address and telephone number below your sign-o .

Add the Postscript: A Great Cover

Letter Hack Nobody Uses
 
All of the above sections are must-haves in a good cover letter format.
 
But there’s one special trick you can use:
 
The postscript.
 
Why is the “P.S.” so important?
 
Because it’s like a magnet for the hiring manager’s eyes. It screams: “you cannot miss
this information.”
 
Use the postscript to tell the hiring manager about something impressive about your
career (1), even if it’s not strictly related to the job opening.
 
And say that you’d be happy to provide them with more details (2) if they find it
interesting.
 
Like in our cover letter example:
 

How To Write a Good Cover Letter Postscript

 

P.S. — I would also value the opportunity to show you (2) how my e-detailing
solutions grew the combined sales of three ABC flagship products by a record-
breaking 13% in one year (1).

 
Don’t just send a cover letter in Word. Select the most important bits and paste them
into your resume cover email: How to Email Your Resume to Get More Job O ers
(Examples). It’ll immediately work magic on the recruiter.
 
Worried you might miss something? Don’t worry, we’ve got a checklist guide for you:
What to Include in a Cover Letter (15+ Examples & A Complete Guide)
 
 

Key Takeaway
 
To write a cover letter that gets you the job, follow the 8 steps we covered:
 
1. Create a professional header with your info.
2. Address the hiring manager by name.
3. Show relevant achievements to introduce yourself in the first paragraph.
4. Target the employer’s needs and prove you can help in the second paragraph.
5. Explain why you want to join and convince the employer you want to stay in the
third paragraph.
6. Reiterate your o er and make a call to action in the final paragraph.
7. Sign o with a proper formal closing and your full name.
8. Include one more achievement in the postscript to stand out.
 
And for the final piece of advice:
 
Keep it short.
 
Do you have any questions about how to create a successful cover letter? Want to
share an example of a cover letter? Give us a shout in the comments and we’d be
happy to reply!

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Michael, a Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW) is a career writer and the newsletter coordinator at
Zety. Apart from sharing his own resume-writing expertise, Michael reaches out to recruitment and hiring
gurus to help you learn the most e ective strategies for managing your career.

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Discuss Much • 2 years ago

I didn't read the rest of the article because the sample you show at
the top is the WORST cover letter I've ever read in my life. It
screams ME, ME, ME and ME! It doesn't say anything about how
you will solve the problems of the person reading it. You people
might want to brush up on how to write persuasive sales copy, and
reading How To Win Friends and Influence People wouldn't hurt
either.
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Pelumi Babatunde > Discuss Much • a year ago

It actually does say a lot about how the 'ME' snycs with the
needs of the company being applied to and helps to solve
those problems (needs).

I think you should read the article in its entirety. It's a very
helpful and quite detailed piece.
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Christian Eilers Mod > Discuss Much • 2 years ago

Hey there, thanks for writing in!

The example might make it a bit unclear, but we suggest that

you write a cover letter in a symbiotic way. What I mean by
this is to make one paragraph about why the company is a
perfect fit for you, while making another paragraph about why
you are a good match for the company.

I do always need to brush up on persuasive copy, though,

you're right! :)
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Natalie Severt • 3 years ago • edited

Thank you for reading. I hope you enjoyed the article. Let's start the
discussion!

1. What approach to cover letter writing works for you? Humor,

storytelling, or something else?

2 Which part of your cover letter gives you the most trouble?
2. Which part of your cover letter gives you the most trouble?

3. Did you ever land a job based on what you wrote in your cover
letter?

We'd love to hear from you!

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ibrahim khalif > Natalie Severt • a year ago • edited

Personally i wrote many letters to different companies and
none was accepted. Most of which I didn't write headings for
the letters, don't think if that was my downfall. And the few i
made headings wasn't Succesful either. What could be the
reason ?
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Eric L. Hepperle • a year ago

Great post on how to write a cover letter! I especially value the part
where you show how to incorporate exact phrases used in a job
posting/job description in the cover letter itself, much as you do in
your excellent resume tailoring post. The job you chose, while IT-
related, was more of a sales and marketing role. What that means it
is pretty easy to come up with eye-catching percentages and
statistics for a position that lives and dies by such things.

I'd love to see a cover letter example for a web developer, coder, or
other such non-marketing, non-sales, non-finance job. How do we
write that cover letter when the job is for programming, or web
development, or network administration?
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Michael Tomaszewski Mod > Eric L. Hepperle • a year ago

Hi Eric! Have a look at one of our dedicated cover letter
writing guides and samples:

General IT cover letter: https://zety.com/blog/it-co...

Software Engineering cover letter:
https://zety.com/blog/softw...

As regards quantifying your achievements, I know, it might

seem hard for some positions. But there are some strategies
you can use if you struggle to fit numbers into your resume:
1. SCALE: How many people were on your team? How many
employees have you supervised or trained? How large were
the budgets you’ve handled?
2. FREQUENCY: How much work were you able to complete
in a given period of time? How often did you perform certain
tasks?
 3. RANGE: Can’t figure out the exact number? Estimate.

I hope this helps. Let me know if you need more information

and I'm keeping my fingers crossed for your job hunt!
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Eric L. Hepperle > Michael Tomaszewski • a year ago

Thanks Michael. I will check those links out
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Leivio Silva • 2 years ago

Michael, thanks a lot for this article! I've never needed a cover letter
before since I've been working for my current company for almost 18
years. But I saw an opportunity overseas that my knowledge and xp
fit perfectly, so I'm wondering to give a try applying for this position.
But, for that, I need to send a cover letter. Than, google it! and I got
your article. Really helpful. Keep going with this work, it really helps
people around the world, as you and your team can see at the
comments. Cheers :)
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Filly Slinko > Leivio Silva • 2 years ago

That's fantastic Leivio!

We're happy to hear that our article was able to help. :)

I wish you the best of luck with the job application and I hope
you land that dream job!
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chahrazed • a year ago

write a letter of application job example
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Michael Tomaszewski Mod > chahrazed • a year ago

Hi there, have our example of a cover letter at the top of the
article not displayed correctly? It's right there just below the
intro. Perhaps give the page a little more time to load
properly.
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Delly Kavis • 2 years ago

Would you place a thumbnail picture on the cover letter or resume?
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Filly Slinko > Delly Kavis • 2 years ago • edited

 Hello there! Great question!

Depending on which region you're located in, it may be

necessary to include a photo on your resume.

This is mostly common in places like Europe, but is

considered a deal breaker in places like Canada or the
United States, where strong anti-discrimination laws are in
place.

Generally speaking, you'll want to skip adding a photo to your

cover letter, no matter which region you're in.

Hope this helps!

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rblumenstock • 2 years ago

I have worked in the advertising industry for over 20 years and I am
looking to change over to a corporate marketing role. The agency
side has a employment cycle at one firm of 2-4 years. It is the nature
of the beast. As such there are gaps in employment in my resume.
Do I address those gaps in my cover letter to provide context as to
why they see them and should I use them to my advantage as part
of the rationale for wanting to change from an agency role to a
corporate marketing role, e.g. more stability. Look forward to hearing
your thoughts.
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Filly Slinko > rblumenstock • 2 years ago

Hello there! That's a fantastic question!

You should generally try to limit your explanation to this

career gap to a minimum on your cover letter.

That being said, both are great choices, and maybe a

combination of the two would be the best way to go. You can
also mention any courses or projects you worked on during
your time off, as this could bolster your chances when making
your career transition.

Hopefully this helps you out, but feel free to let me know if
you'd like more information!
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Ramish Rick • 2 years ago

Hi, this article is so helpful. So easy to understand, yet very
important for everybody who is trying to land a new job.
I have few questions which I think you can help me with.
I have been an entrepreneur (fashion designer) all my professional
life i.e. last 10 years and now I am trying to get a job in a bigger city
at a bigger designer house because it's time for me to get out and
learn more. How do i proceed with my resume and cover letter?
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Filly Slinko > Ramish Rick • 2 years ago

Hello Ramish! Thanks for the feedback. :)

Before you get started on your resume and cover letter, you
may want to put together one other package: a portfolio.

This will allow you to feature your previous designs so that

your employer can know what you're capable of.

Once you have your portfolio in order, highlight your

specializations from your entrepreneurial days. Did you have
a knack for certain fabrics? What sort of influences did you
have? Did you have any large shows or productions?

Highlight all of your most impressive achievements, and you'll

be off to a good start.

When it comes to your cover letter, it's important to also

mention your motivations, but other than that, just follow the
steps outlined in this article, and you'll be good to go.

Please let us know if you still have any questions!

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Linda Fairgrieve • 2 years ago • edited

Thank you, your article (and all tips on this site) are most useful.
Every time I need to improve something on my application, I come
back.
I have a question still : I am changing careers (from Project
Manager) to Marketing ( trying to apply for Data Insights Analyst)
with quite an uneven carrer path (gaps and all). Your article
concentrates on cases when the candidate completelly matches
requirements and I am sure it is 80% of all cases. But in my case, I
really do not know what to write, what to demonstrate and how
honest should I be about the situation. I would choose not to send
the covering letter at all, but in quite a few cases it is asked for (I live
in Switzerland).
I would appreiate your advice. Thank you in advance.
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Filly Slinko > Linda Fairgrieve • 2 years ago

H ll th Li d
Hello there Linda,

Thanks for writing in with your question.

If you are changing careers, the cover letter is the last thing
you'll want to worry about.

The first thing you'll need to do, is adjust your resume, and
tailor it to the job you'd like to get.

Start by making a knockout resume objective. It'll help

recruiters see who you are, what you've done, and what you
can bring to the table at your new job.

Once you've done that, you'll want to start listing any relevant
work experience, skills, courses, programs, certifications,
pretty much anything you can think of that will give you some
sort of an advantage against other candidates.

After all of that has been written out, and your resume is
ready to take the Data Insights industry by storm, you'll finally
be ready to write your cover letter.

Here is where you can highlight your most impressive skills,

and explain why they'll be so useful at your new job.

Remember that resume objective I mentioned earlier? Well, if

a resume objective is a bit like a movie teaser trailer, then the
cover letter is like the movie trailer that gives away the entire
plot.

Just follow the same formula as you did in your objective, and
elaborate in the extra space available in your cover letter.

If you sell yourself correctly, then your cover letter should be

an instant hit!

Here's a handy guide we wrote on resume objectives to help

you get started: https://uptowork.com/blog/r...
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Linda Fairgrieve > Filly Slinko • 2 years ago

❤ I will follow all your advice,Filly.
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Filly Slinko > Linda Fairgrieve • 2 years ago

I hope it helps, Linda!

Best of luck. :)
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ian yan • 2 years ago
Thank you! Very detailed and helpful tips.
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Filly Slinko > ian yan • 2 years ago

Thanks for the comment Ian!

Let us know if you'd like to see us tackle any other subjects in

our next post. :)
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KKB • 2 years ago

Hi Michael! Thank you for the AWESOME tips. I am applying to a
company that is giving me the option to upload a resume or use my
LinkedIn. Which one do you think I should do? My LinkedIn profile is
the most up to date "resume" I have except for the fact I have not
listed any projects on there.
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Filly Slinko > KKB • 2 years ago • edited

Hey there,

Thanks for writing in! That's a really great question!

Michael is currently away on vacation, but I'll be happy to

help by offering my opinion. :)

Ultimately the choice is up to you. It would be best to try and

anticipate which option the company would prefer.

If the company is more modern, the LinkedIn option could be

quite beneficial. Just make sure your profile is fully updated
and professional.

It's not too late to add your projects to LinkedIn, so if you can
update your profile in time, it may work in your favor.

I hope this helps!

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Christopher Biscardi • 2 years ago

I have read articles stating that cover letters are becoming a dying
breed, and more employers are moving away from that. Cover letters
create more work, and are no longer productive, and efficient
methods used in today's job market.

Is this true and becoming the new trend?

Chris
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Filly Slinko > Christopher Biscardi • 2 years ago

Hey there Chris! Great question!

The answer will vary from employer to employer.

I've heard that smaller and younger companies like start-ups

don't really bother with the cover letter formula, considering it
outdated.

On the other hand, some of those companies also don't put a

ton of stock in resumes and try to find candidates based on
word of mouth referrals, or from their portfolios (an
increasingly common substitute for the conventional resume).

Does that mean you shouldn't write a resume? Heck no!

You should have both a resume, a cover letter, and if you

need it, a portfolio too!

You might not use everything for every job application, but if
your cover letter already has a decent template you've
created, and you're applying at a large company with a more
conservative approach to hiring, then you'll be able to submit
both your resume and cover letter without going into a
scramble.

Always be prepared for anything, because no two employers

are exactly alike. If one of them has the dream job you've
been looking for, then you want to have your arsenal fully
equipped and ready!
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Lindi Fritz • 2 years ago

Thank you guys for great articles! Once I start reading I can't stop
and I'm forever cringing at all the disgusting resumes and cover
letters I've sent before... Just a question; I sent my resume to a
company that I'd love to work for without them having an open
position. Now that I know how much better I could've done, is there
any chance of redemption? How long should I wait before sending
another email with a better cover letter and a better resume or
should I now wait for them to actually have a position open before
applying again?
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Filly Slinko > Lindi Fritz • 2 years ago

 Filly Slinko > Lindi Fritz • 2 years ago
Hi there Lindi,

Cringing at your old resumes is bound to happen! It's like

cringing at your awkward high school years when you're an
adult. It's all part of growing, and getting better at something.

When it comes to sending in your resume to a company

without an open position, the best thing to do is give the
employer a couple months to breathe.

I would say sending your updated resume in after 2 or 3

months should do the trick, and will allow you to improve your
resume in the meantime. The added benefit is that if HR
remembers your first resume, they will notice the
improvement in your second one, which gets you off to a
much better start!

I hope this helps. :)

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If this article is not free, I will buy it directly! Thank you very much
Madam. Natalie.
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