Cover Letter Tips

Here are some basic tips for writing a cover letter:

1. Address each cover letter to the person that has the authority to hire you, use that persons full name and title.

2. Write the cover letter using the started business letter form.

3. Make sure your letter is direct and to the point.

4. Use simple language, don't use slang or completed language

5. State something about the company - based on your research

6. Proofread your letter.

7. Do not write a story about yourself!

8. Keep an organized file of all the cover letters that you send out.

• What is a Resume?
• Types of Resumes
• Functional Resume
• Functional Resume Content
• Chronological Resume
• Chronological Resume Format
• Combination Resume
• Resume Tips                                             
• Action Words for Resumes                   
• Resume's Contact Information
• Resume's Objective Statement
• Resume's Educational Information
• Resume Education Placement
• Proofreading & Editing