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#Cover Letters

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Cover Letters

When you write a cover letter, your goal is to get the employer’s attention by showing how your skills and accomplishments make you a good fit for the job.
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Cover Letters Open the Door to an Interview

Writing a clear, strong cover letter will catch the employer’s attention and increase your chances for an interview.
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Cover Letter Outline

A cover letter introduces your resumé to an employer. Here is an outline for you to follow.
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Cover Letter for an Advertised Position

Here is an example of a cover letter for an advertised position.
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Cover Letter for an Unadvertised Position

Here is an example of a cover letter for an unadvertised position.
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Cover Letter for a Referral-Based Application

Here is an example of a cover letter for a referral-based application.
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Sample Cover Letter as an Email

This is how to include a cover letter in an email.
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