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Cover Letters Presented by Ron Drew, PMP

The Transition 101 Model Are you prepared to do each one of these steps? Anger Help Me!! Stress Relief New Friends Foundation Onboarding Plan Get a Job Offer Networking + LinkedIN Resume Cover Letter Interview Layoff/Quit/Fired Marketing Plan No Plan = 2 strikes to start

What Is a Cover Letter? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Hiring managers are looking for ways to exclude you as they narrow down their applications. Do not give them that ammunition.

What Should My Cover Letter Accomplish? ,[object Object],[object Object]

Cover Letter Basics ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Cover Letter Examples of Basics ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Salutation: Dear Mr. Dear Mrs. Dear Ms.

Cover Letter Basics ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Before You Write the Cover Letter ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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Preliminary Research ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

A Few Things to Keep in Mind ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Header ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Salutation ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Introductory Paragraph ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Opening Paragraph Example Dear Mr. Drew: As the enclosed resume attests, the Business Analyst position advertised on Monster.com is a perfect fit with my qualifications. My experience working as a Programmer Analyst at Unilever and my vast experience in the Information Technology has prepared for what this job requires, making me an ideal candidate for this position.

Solicited Application Letters ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Unsolicited Application Letters ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Goals of the Body Paragraphs ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Body Paragraph Example As my resume highlights, I have offered high-responsibility computer and software support for users, IT staff and external customers. This experience, along with constant use of computers, has given me a thorough background of many different forms of software and operating systems including the Windows and Apple families, Microsoft Office, and Dreamweaver. I have also become very comfortable performing hardware and software upgrades on Windows and Mac machines and working with various types of networks including wireless and LAN. In addition, I master new skills quickly and complete tasks efficiently.

Detailing Your Experience ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Using Active Language—Don’ts ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Using Active Language—Do’s ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Organizing Your Letter ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Concluding Your Letter ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Mailing Your Letter With Your Resume Double and Triple Check Before Sending!! ,[object Object],[object Object]

Key Points to Remember ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Key Points to Remember ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Where can you go to find extra help with your cover letter? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],“ You are the only person on this earth who can use your ability!! --Ron Drew

Thank You for Your Attention ,[object Object],[object Object],“ Remember that success seems to be largely a matter of hanging on after others have let go” --William Feather

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