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Cover & Other Letters

Cover & Other Letters. The Pennsylvania State University. Topics. cover letter design purpose of the cover letter content of effective cover letters strategies for cover letters other employment correspondence. Do the math . . . A well thought out design can make all the difference.

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Cover & Other Letters

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  1. Cover & Other Letters The Pennsylvania State University

  2. Topics • cover letter design • purpose of the cover letter • content of effective cover letters • strategies for cover letters • other employment correspondence

  3. Do the math . . .A well thought outdesigncan makeallthe difference ATTENTION +Job Objective +Qualifications +Achievements +Motivation +Personality +Assertive Closing = equals = RESULTS!!! Take time for design

  4. Hire Me! What is the purpose? • introductory sales letter • motivates the employer to read your resume • ultimate purpose -- to support your resume in landing an interview!

  5. Content that will count • Intro Paragraph • get their attention • state your goal • Body Paragraphs • make the sell argument • identify their needs - connect your experiences & interests • give examples • refer to your enclosed resume • Closing Paragraph • thank them for their consideration • ask for the interview and indicate your next step(s)

  6. Personalize your salutation Include unique experiences that set you apart Target your reason for writing Express enthusiasm Be concise -- long letters do not get read Key words count Name dropping will get the readers attention Seek a second or third opinion Be Strategic

  7. Don’t forget . . . • Follow up all responses: • no reply • no interest • no opening • hold in file • call for appointment • stop by • invitation for interview • . . . You never know where it will lead!

  8. Confirming interview Thank you for interview Keeping in touch Follow up to rejection letter Accepting invitation for site visit Still interested after time has passed Acknowledging and confirming details of an offer Stall letter Accepting offer Declining offer Other correspondence:

  9. QUESTIONS? 413 Boucke 865-2377 www.psu.edu/career

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