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Writing a Cover Letter
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    Writing an effective Cover Letter

    Debbie-Ann Hall

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    OBJECTIVES

    At the end of this lesson students should be able to:

    • State three main purposes of a cover letter.

    • Discuss three guidelines of writing an effective cover letter.

    • Outline the main structure of a cover letter.

    • Develop an effective cover letter.

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    The Cover Letter

    The cover letter accompanies your resume and its purposes are to:


    demonstrate a match between the employer's needs and your qualities;

    demonstrate your knowledge of the organization and why you would be a good "fit" if hired; and,

    showcase your communication skills, writing ability, and writing style.

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    Cover Letter Guidelines

    • Single space your letter; double space between paragraphs.

    • Use a business letter format.

    • Keep your paragraphs brief and relevant.

    • Tailor your letter to the position and company.

    • Show how your qualifications match the job duties and company goals.

    • Proofread your letter carefully and ask one or two others to proofread it as well. 

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    Cover Letter Structure

    • The opening paragraph: catch the employer's attention and state what position you are applying for and why. 

    • The middle paragraph: develop your theme by providing specific examples of your qualifications.

    • The last paragraph: close by requesting an interview and providing contact information.

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    Writing an effective

    Cover Letter

    General Tips & Sample Letter

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    Cover Letter Sample

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    References

    • Pinterest. (2020). Cover Letter Job Application. Retrieved from https://www.pinterest.com/pin/417357090468144691/

    • Resume Genius. (2020). Front Desk Cover Letter Example. Retrieved from https://resumegenius.com/cover-letter-examples/front-desk-cover-letter-sample

    • Study.com (2020). The Cover Letter: Importance, Details and Format. Retrieved from https://study.com/academy/lesson/the-cover-letter-importance-details-format.html

    • The Balance Careers. (n.d.) Top 10 Cover Letter Writing Tips – Advice for Writing a Top Notch Cover Letter for a Job. Retrieved from https://www.thebalancecareers.com/top-cover-letter-writing-tips-2060304

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  • Question 13
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    Q.

    The Cover Letter accompanies your ______________.

    answer choices

    application letter

    resume

    telephone call

    job advertisement

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    Q.

    True or False


    Your cover letter shows whether or not you are a good fit for the organization.

    answer choices

    TRUE

    FALSE

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    Q.

    True or False


    The cover letter showcases your personal style.

    answer choices

    TRUE

    FALSE

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    Q.

    True or False


    One of the main purposes of a cover letter is to demonstrate a match between the employer's needs and your wants.

    answer choices

    TRUE

    FALSE

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    Q.

    Complete the following:


    Three guidelines in writing an effective cover letter are


    __________________________________________________________.

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    Q.

    Check all that apply.


    The main parts of a cover letter are:

    answer choices

    Opening Paragraph

    Middle Paragraph

    Closing Paragraph

    Body

    Content

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    Q.

    Complete the following sentence:


    In the _____________________ you develop your theme by providing specific examples of your qualifications.

    answer
    middle paragraph
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    Q.

    Open a new tab in your browser and type the following link.

    shorturl.at/jpANS


    If you are unable to open a new tab, you may write the link in your notebook and type it in the new tab after you have completed this lesson.


    N.B. Do not complete the form during this assessment.


    After you have typed the link in a new tab or written it in your notebook, type DONE in the space below.

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