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1. Which one of these should be included in the third paragraph of the cover letter?
Contact information
Work history
Personal interests
Contact information
How many paragraphs should be in the cover letter?
three
Fill in blank: The top of a cover letter should have a heading that matches your ____________.
resume
What is the first task of a cover letter?
to capture the reader's attention
What is explaining why you would be beneficial to the company in the cover letter called?
selling point
How should you write a cover letter? Give two words.
Keep it direct and short
Why should selling points be included in a cover letter?
They inform the potential employer how the applicant can be an asset to the company
What kind of information should be contained in the second paragraph? List two.
Your education background, qualifications, and experiences
What kind of information should be contained in the third paragraph?
The reasons why the employer should read your resume and contact you.
Explain "selling point".
why you would be beneficial to the company.
How many sentences in the second paragraph should there be in order to keep the reader's interest.
Five sentences or less
What is the average review time for a cover letter by a potential employer?
45 seconds
What are the three main things included in the cover letter?
The job applicant's credentials and interest in the position.
The reasons you are contacting them.
Explains why they should consider hiring you for the position.
The end of a cover letter should have a complimentary close. What are the three words we talked about in class?
respectfully, sincerely, and regards
What are the two things needed at the very end of cover letter?
Your typed name and your signature.