When writing a resume and the cover letter, the most helpful tool one needs is provided by the prospective employer himself: the job advertisement. The best job applications let the recuiter know that the applicant is able to pinpoint the exact set of skills and experiences the employer is looking for. The most skillful applicant will be able to deliver all these on paper, fine tuned into his or her employment record. Both the resume and the cover letter need to be clear, concise and to the point. This not only showcases the person's writing skills, but also the level of understanding of what the position entails. The one thing to be kept in mind is that the interview comes before the job. The immediate goal of the two documents is to make the prospective employer want to invite the person for an interview. Cover letters are typically divided in three parts. The first paragraph explains where the applicant saw the job advertisement, offers some basic information about the person and briefly outlines the reasons why he or she finds the job desirable. The second paragraph ideally provides several solid reasons why the person is suitable for the position and backs them up with concrete qualifications that are relevant to the position. The third paragraph reiterates the applicant's reasons and motivation for wanting to join the company in question. |
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