How to Write a Cover Letter

Submitting a resume with no cover letter is like ordering a basic cheese pizza without any other toppings. Sure, some people are okay with cheese pizza, but many are unlikely to turn down a slice loaded with pepperoni, bacon or veggies. The same rules apply for cover letters and resumes. You can turn in a resume without a cover letter, but hiring managers may feel less excited than they do about applications with personalized cover letters.

A resume shows your experience and educational background, but a cover letter reveals your personality. Every carefully drafted word from your cover letter creates a visual image of who you are, so recruiters understand why you deserve an interview. In fact, more than 8 out of 10 executives consider cover letters an essential part of the hiring process. Skipping a cover letter may decrease your chances of ever landing an interview, let alone the position you want.

We don’t want to see that happen, so we’ve created a guide that details cover letter basics below. Remember these helpful tips when you draft your next cover letter, whether you’re applying for an entry-level office job or trying to impress a corporate recruiter.’

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