Do:
Include a personalised covering letter with every CV you send out. Keep it short and factual - four or five paragraphs on one side of A4 paper. Tell the recruiter where you saw the ad and include any reference numbers. Refer to the CV you have attached - it might go missing and they'll think you haven't sent one. Tailor it to each job - outline how your experience matches job requirements. Say why you want the job. Concentrate on telling employers why you would be good for the job, rather than why the job would be good for you. If the job is in a different sector from the one to which you have devoted the past ten working years, draw links between the two. Try and show that you have done some research into the organisation already - for example mention that you have read the latest annual report or visited their web site. Include any dates when you might be unavailable for interview. If you are able to take calls during the day, then provide a contact number. Check that you have addressed your letter to the right person, that you have used the correct job title and spelt his or her name correctly.Don't:
Send out standard covering letters. Underestimate the value of the covering letter - you can use it to lift your CV if your experience is lacking by drawing attention to your strengths. Sample covering letter - direct approach letter Sample covering letter - in response to an advertisement
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