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The complete guide to writing effective résumé cover letters: step-by-step instructions
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Publisher
Atlantic Publishing Company
Publication Date
2009
Language
English
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Table of Contents
From the Book
Introduction
Part I. The Letter
Chapter 1. Cover Letter Basics
Three Basic Rules for Cover Letters
Types of Cover Letters
Cover Letter Components
Chapter 2. Four Types of Cover Letters
The Solicited Response
Letters to a Headhunter or Recruiter
Cold-Call Letters
Online Cover Letters
Chapter 3. The Handshake
Start with a Unique Sentence
Introduce Yourself to the Reader
Tell the Reader Why You are Writing the Letter
Chapter 4. The Sales Pitch
The Value of Honesty
Fill Your Cover Letter with STARs
Database Creation
Rephrase
Personalize
Add On
Chapter 5. The Closing
Salary Information
Personal Information
Be Courteous
Call for Action
Part II. Packaging
Chapter 6. Formatting and Design
Font
Paragraph Format
Bullets
Making Your Letter Scannable
Chapter 7. Phrasing - Good and Bad
Writing Guidelines
Common Grammatical Mistakes to Avoid
Chapter 8. Medium Matters
Electronic Cover Letters
Faxed Cover Letters
Mailed Cover Letters
Part III. Samples
Chapter 9. Sample Cover Letters for Students and Graduates
Academic Experience
Work Experience
Other Questions
Cover Letter Samples
Applying for Internships
Sample Cover Letters for Internships
Chapter 10. Samples by Industry
Accounting, Banking, and Financial Careers
Administrative and Clerical Careers
Computer Engineering and IT Careers
Editing, Journalism, Public Relations, and Communications Careers
Government Careers
Healthcare and Social Services Careers
Hospitality and Food Service Careers
Human Resources and Training Careers
Law Enforcement and Legal Careers
Manufacturing and Operations Careers
Photography, Graphic Design, and Artistic Careers
Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service Careers
Skilled Trades Careers
Teaching and Education Careers
Technology, Science, and Engineering Careers
Chapter 11. Samples by Experience
Tell Employers What You Can Do for Them
Tell Employers How Quickly You Can Make a Difference
Tell Employers Your Expectations
Compare and Contrast Experience
Chapter 12. Samples for the Challenging Resume
Career Change
"On-Ramping"
Returning to Work After Illness or Disability
Been Laid Off
Sample Cover Letters
Conclusion
Author Biography
Contributors
Index
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ISBN
9781601382382
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