4 Strategies to Writing an Excellent Cover Letter

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the current national unemployment rate is 9.5 percent. With unemployment at its highest, many or us are on a job hunt. Once you find that perfect job, you have to make sure to write a strong cover letter. It’s important to change your cover letter for each different position that you’re applying for. Here are some tips to get you started.

1. Make sure your cover letter has a strong start. Use an enthusiastic tone, and lead with recent significant achievements or a glowing endorsement. You can also incorporate relevant quotes from a written recommendation that you’ve received.

2. Do your research and indicate that you’re familiar with the business and its specific needs. Visit the company’s website and read about recent news and changes.

3. It’s very helpful to insert HTML links in your letter when sending it via e-mail. That way a potential employer can easily click through to your blog, website, LinkedIn profile and online work.

4. Keep it short and to the point. Your cover letter shouldn’t be longer than a page max.

A good book to read: Cover Letter Magic