Description |
xviii, 443 pages ; 28 cm |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Summary |
Your cover letter is an employer's first impression of you. Learn simple, step-by-step techniques that will make your cover letter stand out from the competition. |
Contents |
Creating and distributing your cover letters. Cover letter formats and types for every situation ; Preparing to write ; Writing your cover letters ; The anatomy of a winning electronic cover letter (plus electronic resume tips) ; Cover letter presentation ; Answers to common cover letter questions... and tips to help you beat the odds -- Sample cover letters. Before-and-after cover letter transformations ; Winning cover letters for blue-collar and trades positions ; Winning cover letters for young professionals/new graduates ; Winning cover letters for mid-career professionals -- Winning cover letters for senior managers and executives ; Winning cover letters for technical and scientific professionals ; Winning cover letters for career changers -- The total job search: thanks-you letters, recruiters, and resumes. Winning thank-you letters ; Cover letter tips and techniques from recruiters ; Next-generation job search letters ; Winning resume strategies ; Strategies, tips, and techniques to recession-proof your career -- Appendixes. Using keywords to win in your job search ; Action verbs for cover letters ; Recommended job search and career web sites. |
Subject |
Cover letters.
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Added Author |
Kursmark, Louise.
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ISBN |
9781593577353 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
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1593577354 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
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