Making A Convincing Case When Writing To An Employer
If you are looking for a job, you have to take the right approach to the process. It is common knowledge that the present economic climate poses some very real questions for a job hunter – key among them being “why should the employer choose you instead of the several other applicants?”.
There is an important realization here for job applicants. An employer may well throw away your application without even reading it. It’s not likely, but what is certain is that a poor application will see you being turned away before you can even be interviewed – so getting the application right is essential.
How To Address An Envelope: Yes, this is important! It is possible to print the address on the envelope using word processing software – but unless you’ve done it often before, don’t bother. Hand writing the address will be fine. But write clearly and legibly, and put enough information on there to see that the letter is received – without going to the extent of adding extraneous detail.
How To Write A Resume: A four-page document telling employers every last detail of your employment and education history may show you to be a successful individual, but there is a drawback – time is limited, and they only want the important information. Keep a standard resume saved on your computer, and tailor it slightly for each application. Print it out on good quality paper – presentation is important.
How To Write A Cover Letter: There can be a temptation to use a cover letter to reinforce points that you feel are of specific importance – but really, you should look to keep it to a minimum. State your reasons for applying, and explain briefly why you think that you would be a good candidate for the job – and include the phrase “for more details, please see the enclosed resume which outlines my credentials in more depth”.