Cover Letter Know-How
What is the purpose of a cover letter?
What is to introduce yourself and explain why you’re a good fit for the job?
Who should you ask to write your letter of reference?
What is a teacher, supervisor, or someone who knows your work well?
After which event should you send a thank-you letter?
What is after a job interview or referred/initiated interaction?
What does the “S” in SMART stand for?
What is Specific?
What is a work philosophy?
What is a set of beliefs and values that guide your behavior and choices at work?
Where should you mention the position you're applying for?
you're applying for?What is the first paragraph of the cover letter?
True or False: A family member is a good reference.
What is False?
Name one benefit of sending a thank-you letter.
What is showing professionalism or reinforcing your interest in the position?
What does the “M” in SMART stand for?
What is Measurable?
Why is it important to have a work philosophy?
What is it helps you stay focused, motivated, and aligned with your goals?
Name two things you should include in the body of your cover letter.
What are your skills/experiences and how they relate to the job?
What should you include when requesting a letter of reference?
What is your resume, the purpose of the letter, and the deadline?
What’s one key thing to mention in a thank-you letter?
What is a specific topic or moment from the interview?
What is an example of a SMART goal related to school?
What is “I will raise my English grade from 75 to 85 by the end of the semester”?
Name two values often found in a strong work philosophy.
What are responsibility, teamwork, honesty, perseverance, etc.?
How should you end a cover letter?
What is by thanking the employer and expressing interest in an interview?
When should you ask for a letter of reference?
What is at least 1-2 weeks before you need it?
True or False: It’s okay to send a thank-you letter by email.
What is True?
What does “Achievable” mean in a SMART goal?
What is the goal should be realistic and within your ability to accomplish?
How can your work philosophy impact how others see you?
What is it can make you appear dependable, consistent, and driven?
What is one way to tailor your cover letter for a specific job?
What is by mentioning the company’s mission or using keywords from the job posting?
Why is a letter of reference important?
What is it helps provide evidence of your character and qualifications from someone else’s perspective?
How soon should you send a thank-you letter?
What is within 24-48 hours after the interview?
Rewrite this vague goal into a SMART goal: “I want to save money.”
What is “I will save $300 in 3 months by putting aside $25 each week”?
Create a one-sentence work philosophy statement.
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