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A Guide To
Write An
Outstanding
Cover Letter
Table of Contents
• Cover Letter
• Importance of a Cover Letter
• Structure of a Cover Letter
• Format of a Cover Letter
• Do’s and Don’ts of Writing a Cover Letter
• How to Write an Outstanding Cover Letter
Cover Letter
A cover letter is a one-page document at the
start of your resume. It is an introduction that
you submit along with your resume as part of
the job application. Its primary purpose is to
introduce you and your professional background
briefly.
Importance of a
Cover Letter
A cover letter is an integral part of your
Job Resume. It gives the hiring manager a
brief description of yourself, how you are
fit for the job, what you can bring to the
organization, and why you want this position.
• Include your contact
information
• Add employer information
• Include Salutation
• Start with an introduction
paragraph
• Add body paragraphs
• Add a closing paragraph
Structure
of a Cover
Letter
Format of a Cover Letter
• The font: Times New Roman
• Font Size: 12
• One-inch margin on all sides
• Left align the document
• Add 1.5 line spacing
Do’s
• Discuss your abilities and skills.
• Research the position
• Ask some professional to review your cover
letter
Don’ts
• Send an unedited letter
• Repeat information from your resume.
• Focus on your current job or education.
Do’s and Don’ts of
Writing a Cover Letter
• Write a fresh cover letter for each job you are
applying for
• Be yourself
• Write a compelling cover letter
• Tell the hiring manager why you are a perfect
fit for this job
• Keep your writing tight and concise
Tips for
Writing a Great
Cover Letter
THANK YOU!

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A Guide To Write An Outstanding Cover Letter

  • 1. A Guide To Write An Outstanding Cover Letter
  • 2. Table of Contents • Cover Letter • Importance of a Cover Letter • Structure of a Cover Letter • Format of a Cover Letter • Do’s and Don’ts of Writing a Cover Letter • How to Write an Outstanding Cover Letter
  • 3. Cover Letter A cover letter is a one-page document at the start of your resume. It is an introduction that you submit along with your resume as part of the job application. Its primary purpose is to introduce you and your professional background briefly.
  • 4. Importance of a Cover Letter A cover letter is an integral part of your Job Resume. It gives the hiring manager a brief description of yourself, how you are fit for the job, what you can bring to the organization, and why you want this position.
  • 5. • Include your contact information • Add employer information • Include Salutation • Start with an introduction paragraph • Add body paragraphs • Add a closing paragraph Structure of a Cover Letter
  • 6. Format of a Cover Letter • The font: Times New Roman • Font Size: 12 • One-inch margin on all sides • Left align the document • Add 1.5 line spacing
  • 7. Do’s • Discuss your abilities and skills. • Research the position • Ask some professional to review your cover letter Don’ts • Send an unedited letter • Repeat information from your resume. • Focus on your current job or education. Do’s and Don’ts of Writing a Cover Letter
  • 8. • Write a fresh cover letter for each job you are applying for • Be yourself • Write a compelling cover letter • Tell the hiring manager why you are a perfect fit for this job • Keep your writing tight and concise Tips for Writing a Great Cover Letter