How to Write a Resume Cover Letter

Writing a cover letter for your resume is a critical step to landing a job in your job search. It will be the first communication you have to a prospective employer. Follow the steps below to write a quality resume cover letter.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Direct your resume cover letter to the correct person at the company in which you are seeking employment. This person may be the hiring or recruiting manager, or the human resources manager, or could even be the person who would be your boss should you get the job.

2. At the beginning, state the job positions you wish to obtain at the prospective employer. Then, describe your experience or expertise that explains how your skills fit the particular position.

3. Then, describe what your present position and describe some of your accomplishments that will allow you to stand out from other job applicants.

4. You can then state something to the effect that you are confident that your skills will help the company achieve its objectives. Further, you can then invite the prospective employer to contact you at its convenience to schedule an interview.

5. When signing off on the letter, be sure to be courteous, and thank the company for its consideration.

[starlet67]

on 4/10/2009 Good tips!

[starlet67]

on 4/10/2009 Good tips!