Can any help me with my resume like what is a cover letter?

Answer 1

A resume tells employers about your education, experience and strengths. A cover letter is an introduction about you and an explanation as to why you want to work for that employer. Keep it brief. No more than one page.

Answer 2

Yes, I have written many. Remember to keep it (the letter) short.

Two examples below:

Cover Letters - Two Types - Specific and General

Cover letters are necessary when sending your resume in the mail, but remember to keep your cover letter short. A cover letter's purpose is to obtain an interview, not tell a lengthy story. The focus should be on your qualifications, and setting up an interview. There are two types of cover letters - specific and general. The specific cover letter is directed at a specific company, specific person, and position. The specific cover letter personally addresses the company’s needs. It also sends a positive message to the employer that you are truly interested because you took the time to write an individual letter. A general cover letter is often addressed Dear Employer, (with date omitted) and emphasizes your qualifications in hopes that a position will be available to utilize your skills. Please feel free to use any of the cover letter examples below when preparing your own cover letters.


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SALLY B. DOE

7124 S. Decoto Street
Any Town, Any State 36254
Telephone: [phone]



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January 30, 2006

Mr. Smith - Dir. of Human Resources
Raymond Kate Associates
524 Fair Lane Street
Any City, State 78194

Dear Mr. Smith:

I am responding to your advertisement in The City Tribune (dated 1/20/00), regarding the Pharmaceutical Representative position. Please find enclosed my resume showing my education, experience, and background.

I have over 7 years experience in the sales and marketing field, and 3 years experience as an LPN staff nurse.

Throughout my sales and marketing career I won top sales awards, and trained other sales representative’s specific sales techniques to increase their sales. I enjoy working with the public, as well, demonstrating products, and educating others in their uses. I believe I would excel in pharmaceutical sales because I truly find sales a challenging and rewarding career; as well, my nursing background offers an advantage in better understanding the products I would sell.

May I arrange an interview to further discuss my qualifications? I am available for an interview at a mutually convenient time.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Sally B. Doe

Answer 3

A cover letter is a letter, describing your previous work experience to employers.

This is the format of my letter:

Date
Name
Address


Dear Hiring Manager

I found your ad for the position of ______ on ____________. I have my degree from (your degree here and school here). I majored in (major) and minored in (minor).

Position #1 and description of position

Position #2 and description of the position

Position #3 and description of the position

Contact Information-Email, phone numbers

My resume is enclosed.

Thank you very much for considering my request. I look forward to talking with you.

Sincerely,


(Your name)