This document provides guidance on writing an effective cover letter. It explains that a cover letter supplements a resume by highlighting key qualifications for a specific position. It advises researching the company to tailor the letter to their needs. The document outlines the common sections of a cover letter, including contact information, a greeting, body paragraphs emphasizing relevant skills and experience, and a closing to request an interview. Sample paragraphs are also included to demonstrate these elements.

1. Cover Letter
Presenting By
Sohail danish
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2. What is a Cover Letter ?
 A supplement to the resume that includes more
detailed information about yourself
 It highlights key points in your resume
 Expresses your interest in a position
 Shows off your qualifications to a prospective
employer

3. Pre-Cover Letter Business
 If you have a company or employer in mind,
do some research regarding their policies and
Principles
 Review websites, brochures, pamphlets and any
other pertinent materials you can find about the
company

4. Continued
 Once you’ve done your research and you have a
good idea of what qualifications the company is
looking for, it’s time to separate yourself from the
rest of the pack
 Before you begin writing your letter, take some
time to brainstorm. Make a list of reasons why
you’re the ideal candidate

5. Common mistakes
1. Visual Impact Mistakes
2. Writing Style Mistakes
3. Mismatch Mistakes
4. Research Mistakes
5. Grammar Mistakes
6. Details Mistakes
7. Interest Generation Mistakes
8. Just Plain Dumb Mistakes

6. A Few Things To Keep In Mind
 Avoid writing more than one page; since you
are probably competing with other applicants,
employers just don’t have the time to read two
pages
 The point of the cover letter is to flesh out your
resume’s selling points not to repeat the same
things that appear in your resume

7. Beginning The Letter
Employee Detail:
 Your Name
 Your Address
 City, State, Zip code
 Phone number
Employer Detail:
 Name
 Title
 Company
 Address
 City, State, Zip code

8. Salutation
 If you are addressing the letter to a specific person,
start out with the formal salutation: Dear Mr. Hassan.
If you don’t know the name use: Dear Hiring Manager
 Refrain from using the old standby’s: To whom it
may concern or Dear Sir or Madam

9. Sample of Beginning
• Employee Detail:
Saad Saeed
Hafizabad Road
Gujranwala, Pakistan, 52250
(+92)123456789
• Employer Detail:
Mr.Hassan
Human Resource Manager
Standard Charter Bank
G.T Road
Gujranwala, Pakistan, 52250

10. Opening Paragraph
 The opening paragraph should accomplish a couple
of goals:
 It should grab the reader’s attention
 Discuss the position you are applying for
 List your references or how you heard about the job
 Highlight the main points you will focus on in the
letter

11. Sample of Opening Paragraph
I am responding to your ad in Business Week
for a position as an Accounting Consultant. My
experience and education make me an excellent
candidate for this position.

12. Body Paragraph
 The body paragraph should accomplish a couple of
goals:
 Refer employer to certain points in your resume
 Emphasize your strongest qualifications and skills
 Show how these qualifications will benefit the
company you’re applying for
 You may provide examples of your achievements
that have benefited previous companies

13. Sample of Body Paragraph
My career has been built in non-profit
management, commercial banking, public finance,
accounting, management, and human resources.
My success has come from identifying, leveraging,
and combining my skills and knowledge with my
passion to achieve. I have consistently met, even
exceeded, the expectations of my employers.

14. Closing Paragraph
 Your closing paragraph should accomplish a couple
of goals:
 Ask for an interview
 Set up a possible time and date
 Be genuine and thank them for their time
 Appropriate closing line, such as:
Sincerely, or
Yours truly
 Typed name

15. Sample of Closing paragraph
I would like to discuss this position with you in person.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions you
have. You may reach me at (+92)123456789. I will follow
up with you next week to check on the status of my
application. Thank you very much for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Saad Saeed

16. Double and Triple Check Before Sending
 Check for spelling errors and your contact
information
 Don’t go over a page
 Always customize your cover letter.
 Maintain a friendly and professional tone
throughout the letter