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How to Write a Great Email Cover Letter

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Do I send a cover letter with the resume attachment, or do I send a cover letter email? These days, email cover letters are an acceptable way to submit a resume for a job application. Here are eight tips to ensure your success. 1. Keep your email brief Your online cover letter shouldn't fill more than one screen. Most people reading a screen have a short attention span . 2. Keep your subject line focused and specific Avoid being vague with such tags as "looking for job". Be specific. For example, state the posting number and the job title. Also, include something that reveals that you're extremely qualified. You can do that in just a few words, but think carefully. Here's one example: RE: Posting #222 Instructor. Experienced, creative communication instructor available 3. Get to the point in the first paragraph Avoid wasting words. State your name and that your email is to apply for a posting or to follow up from a conversation, or even to apply for

Elements of a Good Cover Letter Format

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To ever have a chance of succeeding with your goal of landing that perfect job, you also need to dedicate some time and effort in crafting a good resume cover letter while ensuring that it maintains the structure of a proven and successful format. The cover letter essentially sums up your competencies and skills relevant to the role you are applying for. It is not generally considered as part of your resume, but you have to keep in mind that a cover letter becomes more effective if it complements your submitted resume. There are basically two types of cover letters that you may need to use depending on your current situation. An application cover letter is a type of cover letter that is used when the available role is already known and you intend to make it as your opening statement before the resume is read. Another type is the prospecting cover letter that is basically used if your intention is to inquire about open positions. While it is true that these types of cover letter