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Steven Charles

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2004-11-05 20:45:58

Have you heard of "The Swan"? It's a show where people get plastic surgery and then compete in a beauty contest. Of the 17 contestants, all of them had tooth veneers and most had liposuction, forehead lifts, nose jobs, lip and breast augmentation. One surgeon on the show even remarked that many of the contestants bore a certain resemblance to each other.

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That surgeon's comment can also apply to the hiring process at most companies. Most of the candidates begin to look alike. That's where a cover letter can really help; you can use it as an opportunity to really grab their attention make yourself stand out from the crowd. I've outlined some strategies for making a cover letter work for you. For more, check out Brenda Greene's book, "Get the Interview Every Time" Dearborn, 2004), which is based on interviews with HR directors for Fortune 500 companies.

Do you keep it brief, error free and accurate?

I knew an HR director who would allow each applicant one typo or misspelling on a cover letter or resume. After that he would immediately toss it. It's easy to be accurate in a resume, because they tend to stay pretty similar from application to application. But you've got to carefully check and recheck each cover letter, which can change more dramatically from job to job.

Do you say what job you are seeking?

Have you ever seen a hiring manager's desk? Often they are covered with cover letters and resumes. To ensure that you don't end up in the wrong pile, list the job for which you are applying at the beginning of both your cover letter and resume.

Do you provide all pertinent contact information?

Include both a phone number and e-mail address on your resume and cover letter. Make it easy for them to find you.

Can you tell them why you are the perfect person for the job?

If you have experience in the job then show them what you can offer. This takes time and effort to do it briefly and succinctly, but it's worth it in order to separate yourself from the rest of the field. Sure this can be a risk, but given how many people line up for jobs these days, it's usually a risk worth taking.

Do you show them you've done your homework?

Give them a bit of information that shows that you did your homework on the company.

Do you highlight your accomplishments in short paragraphs?

Most of the cover letter should be looking forward, but a brief look in the rear view mirror can allow you the chance to establish your experience and credentials.

Follow these tips and your cover letter will help you swan dive right into an interview.

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