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Cover Letter

Cover Letter. Purpose of a Cover Letter . Introduces you to the employer Generate employer interest in meeting you personally Connect you to a specific position and/or company To meet employer in person Clarify a controversial aspect of your employment history . Best Practices . Length

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Cover Letter

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  1. Cover Letter

  2. Purpose of a Cover Letter • Introduces you to the employer • Generate employer interest in meeting you personally • Connect you to a specific position and/or company • To meet employer in person • Clarify a controversial aspect of your employment history

  3. Best Practices • Length • one page maximum judicious use of • white space to break up blocks of text • Format • Use of Language • free of ALL grammar/spelling errors • appropriate to context

  4. Anatomy of a Cover Letter The ‘3 paragraph’ cover letter • Introduction • identify position you are seeking and how you heard it • why you/why them • Body • presenting evidence • Conclusion • request an interview • contact information

  5. Common Shortcomings • errors: names, company information, grammar, spelling • failure to identify the position desired • accomplishments/skills not targeted to specific company or position • lack of originality—clichés, copying sample materials

  6. Job Posting COMPANY NAME: OLD NAVY • POSITION: Customer Service Associate • Description: We are currently hiring Customer Service Associates and Logistic Associates who have a flair for fashion and an unique, upbeat attitude! • The Customer Service Associate drives results through acknowledging Customers, responding to Customer needs, supporting other Customer Service Team Members and working quickly and efficiently. The Customer Service Associate is responsible for ensuring a positive Customer Experience executing all company defined Best Practices. • To apply for this position, please go to .WWW.gapinc.com/storejobs • Posted: April 18

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