Many people fail to understand the role of the cover letter when applying for a job. To write
a smart cover letter, it is important to think like a recruiter and realize
what type of cover letter can be
different from others.
Before you go on to get
some tips on writing a cover letter, it is imperative to understand why it is
required.
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The purpose of the letter is to bring a personal touch and create
the first impression. It also helps to interpret and complement the factual
resume, hence should not be a duplicate of your attached resume. All this makes
sense to give the necessary efforts in writing a cover letter.
Here’s how you can create
a foundation for a job (dream job!) where you can easily fit in. And the first
step is definitely creating a killer cover letter to grab your employer’s
attention.
So, let’s find out how to
write that “perfect” cover letter.
Customize
your title
Just as you prefer
to click only the searches that look different to you from others, writing a title
slightly different from the thousands of similar ideas is the secret to writing
a killer cover letter. Ditch the same old pattern and think of a smart way to relate
to the employer’s mind. Be creative in choosing your title, such as saying
something like: “It’s the time to hire me for your Graphic Designer Position…”
Address the cover letter to the right person
If you do not know to whom you
are writing a cover letter, it cannot bring that personal touch to convey a message…“I’m the right person for the job.”
Imagine how much interested you would be to read
a letter that is not addressed to you! Hence, address the letter to the Hiring Manager and show him that you have
spent some time on finding his customized email id.
Be sincere,
it works
At the time of introducing yourself
to the employer, do not think of any manipulative stories, false promises,
exaggerated achievements, etc. Sincerity is a “must-have” factor for every
recruiter. You can describe your knowledge, interest, or experience for the
applied job. Tailor your letter by telling the recruiter why you want the job
and why you wish to work with the company.
Share your
story
Once your cover letter has given your
introduction, it is the time to talk about your accomplishments
and skills in the form of a story. The resume can only list your achievements and skills, but your cover letter can
explain them wisely. Hence, use this opportunity to focus on conveying how you
got your things done. For instance, when applying for a social media job,
mentioning things like you have successfully managed 30 pages and increased
traffic by 25 percent actually works.
Convey the right message
A killer cover letter should be able
to send the right message- “You are the right fit for the job” . However, self-praising is not advisable. All you should know is the art of doing it properly. Write a paragraph to explain how you managed
your previous projects and deadlines; share some out-of-the-box ideas for a new job role, and mention some initiatives
taken in the previous job. This gives an
idea to the employer that you could be a promising employee for the company.
A proper ending
Be short and polite in writing the ending lines of your cover
letter. Like the opening, the end of your cover letter holds high importance. Remember,
if your entire information and presentation have
managed to attract the hiring manager’s interest, he will call you to know more
about you. And your job is done.
Your dream job is
right there waiting for you!
Author Bio: Swati Srivastava is an avid writer who
loves to pen down her ideas and professional tips for job search, finding your
career goal, and increasing productivity at work. Currently, she is working for Naukrigulf.com.
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