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Cover Letters

4 Goals Your Cover Letter Introduction Should Accomplish

November 7, 2011 /

It’s no secret that every element of your cover letter is important from top to bottom.  But the cover letter introduction may be just a bit more significant simply because it works as the bait to lure in your readers, encouraging them to learn more about you.  To make sure that your introduction does its…

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What Makes Your Cover Letter Introduction Stand Out?

October 12, 2011 /

Many job seekers fail to thoughtfully consider the importance of the cover letter introduction.  Oftentimes, it’s viewed as just another paragraph among many in the document.  But in reality, the cover letter introduction holds a lot of weight.  In fact, it can be the determining factor in whether a hiring manager will continue to read…

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A Terrible Cover Letter Introduction – Are You Using It?

October 6, 2011 /

As a former recruiter and HR manager I’ve read some really fantastic, compelling cover letters.  I’ve also seen my share of lackluster ones as well.  To me, the one element that can really make or break a great cover letter is the introduction.  The intro is the perfect place to capture the employer’s attention and…

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Cover Letter Mistakes You May Not Realize You’ve Made

October 5, 2011 /

Cover letters are tricky—and from what I’ve seen during twelve years in the careers industry, writing a cover letter is one of the most researched job search topics of all time.  As a former recruiter and HR manager, I want to share with you some cover letter mistakes you may not even realize you’re making!…

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Does Your Cover Letter Make These 5 Critical Mistakes?

August 29, 2011 /

You’ve polished your resume to no end, especially after finding a great job posting that seems tailor-made for your leadership skills. But did your cover letter merit the same attention? Many hiring managers use your cover letter to gauge your interest in the company, as well as to measure your aptitude for the job. Therefore,…

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4 Ways to Create an Interview-Winning Cover Letter

August 4, 2011 /

When in the center of a job search, writing an excellent resume is just the beginning.  It’s just as important to create a cover letter that will invite hiring managers to contact you for an interview.  In this competitive job market, your cover letter needs to be more impressive than ever.  So if you’re in…

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