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- 1. COMM202T34 & T38– Cover Letters!
- 2. 1. E-Module Recap 2.Cover Letter 3. Action Items Agenda
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- 4. The resume isabout YOU The cover letter is about THEM!
- 5. FORMATTING & INTEGRATION BRANDING TOCOMPANY OPENING SKILLS MATCH CLOSING The 5 Elements of a Cover Letter
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- 8. Dear ___________, My nameis ________, and I’m applying to _________. Opening
- 9. • Express agenuine interest or passion for the position • Clearly expresses the skills/experiences matching the job description • Utilizes unique primary and secondary research in the company (Make sure research shown is tied to your interest) Opening Takeaways
- 10. The most importantlesson I’ve learned from years of marathon training is that results are directly linked to effort put in. This is an attitude that has led me to Boston- qualifying marathon times, achievement on the UBC rowing crew, winning finishes at triathlons, and placement on the Dean’s Honour Roll. Accounting works much the same; the only path to excellence is through hard work and persistence. This attitude of persistence and teamwork has carried me through my previous challenging work experiences and is one that I have found aligns with PwC’s core values of excellence, teamwork, and leadership. Some of my applicable skills gained from How tomake it better: The Hook
- 11. How fast canyou change four tires? One hour? Ten minutes? A few years ago I witnessed a Formula One team do it in 2.7 seconds. They said a perfect run would be just one second. In everything that I do I strive to reach that one second – that perfect test score, that perfect presentation, that perfect career. After speaking with Jake Woodson, a recent hire, Dion Chen, and other industry professionals, I know that my personality and passion lies in sales and trading. Through my unique athletic background and passion, I will provide competitiveness and drive that will set a benchmark for future interns. I cannot wait to sit on a trading floor, execute trades, and engage in research while receiving mentorship from the most world-renowned investment bank. A career with Goldman Sachs is my one second and
- 12. SHOW ME YOURHOOK!
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- 15. Skills Matching Skills From Job Description, Job Research Assignment, & Skills Matrix Experience Your best relevant experiences Education How you will leverage your BCom Matching Qualifications Any other qualifications
- 16. Skills Matching Takeaways •Use STAR(L) to your advantage – Focus on Action and Link • Each line proves you have the necessary skills & aptitudes to perform the job • Always create a link to the job/experience if not obvious • Use skills listed in the job posting or implicit to the responsibilities
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- 18. Closing “Thank you forlooking at my application. I hope that I have shown you that my interpersonal skills, my leadership skills, and my ability to perform on a team make me a perfect fit for ABC position. Thank you very much and I hope to hear from you soon.”
- 19. Closing Takeaways • Makea good final impression • Show your passion again • Restate skills in a different way than originally worded • Give genuine thanks • Leave a call-to-action • Tie to previous examples or stories throughout the letter
- 20. Closing Takeaways While Iunderstand that my academic record may not be as competitive as other applicants, I firmly believe that the time I dedicated to varsity athletics developed my skills as a dynamic team player beyond that of my peers. As a firm that values inspiring and leading others as the defining characteristics of leadership in business, I sincerely hope that you will view my unique experience and skillset as a valuable asset to your firm. Thank you for your time and consideration of me as a prospective summer associate for PwC Calgary in 2014. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Address the Elephant in the room… • Bad Grades • Relocation
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- 22. Branding Takeaways • Consistentthroughout Cover Letter • Fits with the company’s values and your own • Makes a good impression • Utilizes the Research Assignment
- 23. Branding Takeaways • Consistentthroughout Cover Letter • Fits with the company’s values and your own • Makes a good impression • Utilizes the Research Assignment
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- 25. Integration Takeaways • CL& resume use same formatting • Helps you to stand out! • CL reflects & expands upon resume • Be mindful of spacing
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- 27. • Left Aligned •No INDENTS on paragraphs • Bullet Points vs. Paragraphs • 2-3 Relevant Skills! Formatting
- 28. Addressing the CL Date ContactName Their Title Company Address City, Province Postal Code Re: Position Title Dear Mr. / Ms. Their Last Name OR Hiring Manager These spaces are important! If unknown, this can be omitted AVOID: “To Whom it May Concern” “Dear Sir or Madam” Country is typically unnecessary unless applying outside of Canada
- 29. Sincerely, Full Name Bcom Candidate20XX Sauder School of Business Enclosed/Attached: Resume Bottom Formatting These spaces are important! Other Options: Best, Regards Co-op Students: BCom BTM Co-op Candidate 2016 Written Signature is OPTIONAL Attached: Resume, Transcript Use “Enclosed: …” only if sending application by mail
- 30. Can I dothe job? Do I want the job Am I the right
- 31. Resume E-module& Quiz due before next Tutorial Sign up for Office Hours! Job Posting Research Assignment due Sunday Submit to Turnitin Skills Matrix due February 12th Submit to Turnitin - Week6 - ACTION ITEMS