English The Easy Way

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.

Vocabulary Word:

Noun

gossamer (uncountable)

1. A fine film or strand as of cobwebs, floating in the air or caught on bushes etc.
2. A soft, sheer fabric.
3. Anything delicate, light and flimsy.

Vocabulary Word:

Noun

statism (uncountable)

1. A belief in the importance of the power of the state over an individual.

Resumes & Cover Letters

• What is a Resume?
• Types of Resumes
• Functional Resume
• 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
• What is a cover letter?
• What should be included in a cover letter?
• Cover Letter Tips
• Types of Cover Letters

Quote:

"Since global warming Eskimos now have twenty different words for water."

• John O'Farrell - This Is Your Life 2001