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When you apply for a job, your cover letter and resume are the first things that a recruiter, HR person or potential employer sees. Just as if you were trying to sell a product, it’s your job to “sell” yourself to potential employers. Your sales “pitch” should include the following:

1. You are the best choice for this particular job
It’s the job of a good resume to get the attention of the employer. In some cases, sending the same resume to a number of different employers is acceptable. But, to get the best results, tailor your resume to address the particular … Continue Reading

A great cover letter is just as important as a great resume. But they must compliment each other. In other words, mention your resume in your cover letter. First, by saying that it is attached, and second, by reminding the reader that all the information they need is included in detail on your resume. If you use a cover letter template or base your letter on samples of other cover letters, be sure the result still sounds like it was written in your words.

The main components of a cover letter are:

A personalized address to … Continue Reading