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Hub You - Write a Cover Letter that Delivers
If you control language, you control thought. If you control thought, you control conversation. If you control conversation, you control outcomes.Whether you’re a manager, customer service rep, sales professional or entrepreneur, these 58 Phrases that Payses will equip you with the approachable answers and persuasive probers that achieve communication success.1. What did I not cover effectively enough? Say this in response to an “I’ll have to think it over” objection.2. I probably shouldn’t be telling you this, but. It’s like a secret. Appeals to someone’s natural curious tendencies.3. Who else has an opinion on this? At a meeting, this question engages the whole group. It allows multiple i
Wrap-up Paragraph
In the third paragraph always tell them that you are looking forward to meeting with them to discuss your skills and experience. Let them know that you will follow up with them and approximately when. Use whatever words you are most comfortable with, but you must indicate that they can expect to hear from you soon.
Finally, thank them for taking time to review your r?sum? and/or for considering you for the position. Thank them for something. Most people are not thanked frequently enough, so set yourself apart by thanking the reader for his or her interest.
Closing
End your letter with “Sincerely” or “Best regards.” Drop down four lines and type your first and last name. Drop down two lines and type “Enclos
None of us have enough time in the day to get everything done, but small business owners and entrepreneurs like you are particularly pressed. You wear so many hats; there is a seemingly infinite list of tasks to accomplish each day, from providing services to clients, managing product distribution and delivery, to keeping accounting in order.You try to fit in some marketing when you can, but you're not sure which activities are essential to do each week or each month to build a steady stream of clients. You make some calls, send out a mailing or put up a web site, but you still have that nagging feeling that if you knew which marketing activities translated into the most new business, you could be more successful.You want more clie
Your cover letter delivers when it brings you a telephone call or a face-to-face meeting. It should emphasize your skills and accomplishments as they relate to the organization and be easy to read.
Do Your Research
Do you have a contact in the organization? If so, ask if you can use his or her name in the letter to make a connection. If not, can you find a contact in the organization? It’s worth checking to see if your best friend’s mom has a cousin who works for the company. Whenever possible try to find a contact inside the organization. It usually makes for a warmer reception all around.
Before you begin to write your cover letter, know the job requirements and research the company! Visit the company’s Web site. If you know someone who works for the company, talk to him or her to get the inside scoop. The more you know about the company—their products, services, and needs—the better able you will be to craft a cover letter that gets their attention.
Determine What You Can Offer
Now that you know what the company needs, determine how you can help them meet those needs. What can you do to solve the hiring manager’s problems? Tie your knowledge, skills, and abilities directly to the job requirements and stress why you are an excellent fit for the position.
Polish Each Part
Every part of your letter has a job to do. Make sure each part works well!
Heading
The heading on your cover letter should match the heading on your r?sum?—it gives your package a professional appearance.
Salutation
Job seekers frequently make the mistake of addressing their letters “To whom it may concern.” My response to that is, does it concern me? Nope! Does it concern the guy at the next desk? Probably not!
Another ineffective salutation is “Dear Sir or Madam.” Frankly, I may be a sir or a madam—but I am hardly both! Once again, it pays to do your research and find the name of the person who will be reviewing your r?sum?. Address the cover letter to that individual.
As a last resort, you can always use these salutations: “Dear Hiring Manager,” “Attention Hiring Manager,” or “Dear Reader.” Because this is a business letter, always follow the salutation with a colon.
Opening Paragraph
Hook the reader with a must-read opening sentence. For example: “Congratulations on the recent article in the San Jose Mercury News, which described Data Delivery’s rapid growth in the last six months.” Or “Janet Jones of Clearwater Corp. suggested I contact you regarding the administrative specialist position.” Note: you may only use Janet’s name with her permission!
Your first paragraph must identify your reason for writing—your interest in a specific position. You should highlight the position and its corresponding reference number in bold type. That way, even if the person does not read your letter, he or she can easily identify the job category you best fit.
Body
The second paragraph summarizes your experience and accomplishments. It explains why you are the person for the job. Be clear; don’t expect the employer to take time to figure out why you’d be great for the position. Match your skills and qualifications with the requirements of the job. I prefer the two-column approach that puts your qualifications side-by-side with requirements, but you can use a list or simply write a paragraph.
Sample Two-Column Approach
Your requirements: Develop standard operating procedures My Skills: Developed and implemented a tool calibration system to meet IS09001 requirements.
Sample One-Column Approach
My qualifications for the position include:
• establishing sales offices in France, Great Britain, and Spain
• recruiting and managing international sales representatives
• developing and implementing training programs for the European offices
• briefing staff on our products and those of our competitors
• generating more than $12 million in sales with excellent margins
Sample Paragraph Approach
For the past six years I have been involved with all phases of Human Resources Management with a Fortune 500 company. In my current position, I developed a competitive recruitment program, incorporated a 360° performance appraisal system, and designed a cutting-edge cafeteria-style benefit package that increased employee benefit options while keeping costs to a minimum. As you can see, these accomplishments are directly related to the requirements listed in your job posting.
Wrap-up Paragraph
In the third paragraph always tell them that you are looking forward to meeting with them to discuss your skills and experience. Let them know that you will follow up with them and approximately when. Use whatever words you are most comfortable with, but you must indicate that they can expect to hear from you soon.
Finally, thank them for taking time to review your r?sum? and/or for considering you for the position. Thank them for something. Most people are not thanked frequently enough, so set yourself apart by thanking the reader for his or her interest.
Closing
End your letter with “Sincerely” or “Best regards.” Drop down four lines and type your first and last name. Drop down two lines and type “Enclos
There are several things in this business that can help you become successful, but you can never have too many network marketing tips to help you climb to the top. Think of these tips as network marketing training for you and a way to better yourself. While you may see yourself as polished and an expert in network marketing, the game is continuously changing and you can never have too many tips. Here are 5 network marketing tips to help you.1. Study upThe first network marketing tip is to become an expert on whatever you are marketing. Read every network marketing book you can find, listen to audio tapes on how to become a network marketing leader, and continue to study new methods to approach your prospects. You can never learn to
Determine What You Can Offer
Now that you know what the company needs, determine how you can help them meet those needs. What can you do to solve the hiring manager’s problems? Tie your knowledge, skills, and abilities directly to the job requirements and stress why you are an excellent fit for the position.
Polish Each Part
Every part of your letter has a job to do. Make sure each part works well!
Heading
The heading on your cover letter should match the heading on your r?sum?—it gives your package a professional appearance.
Salutation
Job seekers frequently make the mistake of addressing their letters “To whom it may concern.” My response to that is, does it concern me? Nope! Does it concern the guy at the next desk? Probably not!
Another ineffective salutation is “Dear Sir or Madam.” Frankly, I may be a sir or a madam—but I am hardly both! Once again, it pays to do your research and find the name of the person who will be reviewing your r?sum?. Address the cover letter to that individual.
As a last resort, you can always use these salutations: “Dear Hiring Manager,” “Attention Hiring Manager,” or “Dear Reader.” Because this is a business letter, always follow the salutation with a colon.
Opening Paragraph
Hook the reader with a must-read opening sentence. For example: “Congratulations on the recent article in the San Jose Mercury News, which described Data Delivery’s rapid growth in the last six months.” Or “Janet Jones of Clearwater Corp. suggested I contact you regarding the administrative specialist position.” Note: you may only use Janet’s name with her permission!
Your first paragraph must identify your reason for writing—your interest in a specific position. You should highlight the position and its corresponding reference number in bold type. That way, even if the person does not read your letter, he or she can easily identify the job category you best fit.
Body
The second paragraph summarizes your experience and accomplishments. It explains why you are the person for the job. Be clear; don’t expect the employer to take time to figure out why you’d be great for the position. Match your skills and qualifications with the requirements of the job. I prefer the two-column approach that puts your qualifications side-by-side with requirements, but you can use a list or simply write a paragraph.
Sample Two-Column Approach
Your requirements: Develop standard operating procedures My Skills: Developed and implemented a tool calibration system to meet IS09001 requirements.
Sample One-Column Approach
My qualifications for the position include:
• establishing sales offices in France, Great Britain, and Spain
• recruiting and managing international sales representatives
• developing and implementing training programs for the European offices
• briefing staff on our products and those of our competitors
• generating more than $12 million in sales with excellent margins
Sample Paragraph Approach
For the past six years I have been involved with all phases of Human Resources Management with a Fortune 500 company. In my current position, I developed a competitive recruitment program, incorporated a 360° performance appraisal system, and designed a cutting-edge cafeteria-style benefit package that increased employee benefit options while keeping costs to a minimum. As you can see, these accomplishments are directly related to the requirements listed in your job posting.
Wrap-up Paragraph
In the third paragraph always tell them that you are looking forward to meeting with them to discuss your skills and experience. Let them know that you will follow up with them and approximately when. Use whatever words you are most comfortable with, but you must indicate that they can expect to hear from you soon.
Finally, thank them for taking time to review your r?sum? and/or for considering you for the position. Thank them for something. Most people are not thanked frequently enough, so set yourself apart by thanking the reader for his or her interest.
Closing
End your letter with “Sincerely” or “Best regards.” Drop down four lines and type your first and last name. Drop down two lines and type “Enclos
Lanyards are fast becoming the new "must have" promotional item.Events organisers in the UK are realising the potential that custom printed lanyards can have in brand awareness. Lanyards are cheap to source, and can be customised to a client's particular requirements, with Pantone colour matching for material and print, and a host of optional features and fittings - such as safety breakaway, mobile phone fittings, water bottle holders etc.Instead of bring disposed of before the event is even over, lanyards are particulary sought after, and kept for use after the event, as a neck strap for a id tag, or security pass holder. With an added function, such as holding a mobile phone, PDA, water bottle or a whistle, the lanyards
As a last resort, you can always use these salutations: “Dear Hiring Manager,” “Attention Hiring Manager,” or “Dear Reader.” Because this is a business letter, always follow the salutation with a colon.
Opening Paragraph
Hook the reader with a must-read opening sentence. For example: “Congratulations on the recent article in the San Jose Mercury News, which described Data Delivery’s rapid growth in the last six months.” Or “Janet Jones of Clearwater Corp. suggested I contact you regarding the administrative specialist position.” Note: you may only use Janet’s name with her permission!
Your first paragraph must identify your reason for writing—your interest in a specific position. You should highlight the position and its corresponding reference number in bold type. That way, even if the person does not read your letter, he or she can easily identify the job category you best fit.
Body
The second paragraph summarizes your experience and accomplishments. It explains why you are the person for the job. Be clear; don’t expect the employer to take time to figure out why you’d be great for the position. Match your skills and qualifications with the requirements of the job. I prefer the two-column approach that puts your qualifications side-by-side with requirements, but you can use a list or simply write a paragraph.
Sample Two-Column Approach
Your requirements: Develop standard operating procedures My Skills: Developed and implemented a tool calibration system to meet IS09001 requirements.
Sample One-Column Approach
My qualifications for the position include:
• establishing sales offices in France, Great Britain, and Spain
• recruiting and managing international sales representatives
• developing and implementing training programs for the European offices
• briefing staff on our products and those of our competitors
• generating more than $12 million in sales with excellent margins
Sample Paragraph Approach
For the past six years I have been involved with all phases of Human Resources Management with a Fortune 500 company. In my current position, I developed a competitive recruitment program, incorporated a 360° performance appraisal system, and designed a cutting-edge cafeteria-style benefit package that increased employee benefit options while keeping costs to a minimum. As you can see, these accomplishments are directly related to the requirements listed in your job posting.
Wrap-up Paragraph
In the third paragraph always tell them that you are looking forward to meeting with them to discuss your skills and experience. Let them know that you will follow up with them and approximately when. Use whatever words you are most comfortable with, but you must indicate that they can expect to hear from you soon.
Finally, thank them for taking time to review your r?sum? and/or for considering you for the position. Thank them for something. Most people are not thanked frequently enough, so set yourself apart by thanking the reader for his or her interest.
Closing
End your letter with “Sincerely” or “Best regards.” Drop down four lines and type your first and last name. Drop down two lines and type “Enclos
Hiring happy, optimistic job applicants can increase your company’s productivity and lower turnover. Plus, optimistic, confident employees are vastly more delightful to have on-board.Methods to help companies have optimistic, positive employees include pre-employment tests, job interviews of applicants, managing being role-models, and reinforcing smiles.What are happy, optimistic employees? In a book I co-authored – “Spontaneous Optimism®” -- we explained optimistic people focus on solutions and not on problems, have a “can-do” mindset, and do what is needed to achieve goals despite all odds.In contrast, the opposite of optimism is pessimism. Pessimists focus on problems and not on solutions. Pessimistic people love to d
Sample Two-Column Approach
Your requirements: Develop standard operating procedures My Skills: Developed and implemented a tool calibration system to meet IS09001 requirements.
Sample One-Column Approach
My qualifications for the position include:
• establishing sales offices in France, Great Britain, and Spain
• recruiting and managing international sales representatives
• developing and implementing training programs for the European offices
• briefing staff on our products and those of our competitors
• generating more than $12 million in sales with excellent margins
Sample Paragraph Approach
For the past six years I have been involved with all phases of Human Resources Management with a Fortune 500 company. In my current position, I developed a competitive recruitment program, incorporated a 360° performance appraisal system, and designed a cutting-edge cafeteria-style benefit package that increased employee benefit options while keeping costs to a minimum. As you can see, these accomplishments are directly related to the requirements listed in your job posting.
Wrap-up Paragraph
In the third paragraph always tell them that you are looking forward to meeting with them to discuss your skills and experience. Let them know that you will follow up with them and approximately when. Use whatever words you are most comfortable with, but you must indicate that they can expect to hear from you soon.
Finally, thank them for taking time to review your r?sum? and/or for considering you for the position. Thank them for something. Most people are not thanked frequently enough, so set yourself apart by thanking the reader for his or her interest.
Closing
End your letter with “Sincerely” or “Best regards.” Drop down four lines and type your first and last name. Drop down two lines and type “Enclos
Many of today’s new ventures, particularly Internet startups with their enormous cash requirements, high risk, and high potential return, require approaching the venture capital marketplace. Venture capital investors are difficult to characterize, but we can discuss what venture capital firms generally look for when they analyze a company and its proposal for investment.What Venture Capital Firms Look ForOne way of explaining the different ways in which banks and venture capital firms evaluate a small business seeking funds, is expressed by LaRue Hosmer as: "Banks look at its immediate future, but are most heavily influenced by its past. Venture capitalists look to its longer run future."Venture capital firms and individuals
Wrap-up Paragraph
In the third paragraph always tell them that you are looking forward to meeting with them to discuss your skills and experience. Let them know that you will follow up with them and approximately when. Use whatever words you are most comfortable with, but you must indicate that they can expect to hear from you soon.
Finally, thank them for taking time to review your r?sum? and/or for considering you for the position. Thank them for something. Most people are not thanked frequently enough, so set yourself apart by thanking the reader for his or her interest.
Closing
End your letter with “Sincerely” or “Best regards.” Drop down four lines and type your first and last name. Drop down two lines and type “Enclosure” to indicate that you are enclosing your r?sum?. Sign your name above your typed name and include your r?sum?.
Mail It!
In every part of your letter, make it easy for the reader to screen you “in.” Follow these guidelines and soon you’ll get the jump on your competition!
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