Don't know what to write in cover letter ?!?

Question

HI,

I am trying to work out what to write in my cver letter....

so far i have that im writing to apply for a job at the company

but then I just ramble on should I put my previous experience and skills? how do i do this without rambling ?

can any one show me a personal example because anything from googe is just too generic....

(it's for a basic retail position)

Answer 1

don't repeat your resume, but point out one or two things that apply to this opening.

Answer 2

Cover Letter Template Contact Information The first section of your cover letter should include information on how the employer can contact you. If you have contact information for the employer, include that. Otherwise, just list your information. Your Name Your Address Your City, State, Zip Code Your Phone Number Your Email Address Date Employer Contact Information Name Title Company Address City, State, Zip Code Salutation Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name: Body of Cover Letter The body of your cover letter lets the employer know what position you are applying for, why the employer should select you for an interview, and how you will follow-up. First Paragraph: The first paragraph of your letter should include information on why you are writing. Mention the position you are applying for. Include the name of a mutual contact, if you have one. Be clear and concise regarding your request. Middle Paragraphs: The next section of your cover letter should describe what you have to offer the employer. Convince the reader that they should grant the interview or appointment you requested in the first paragraph. Make strong connections between your abilities and their needs. Mention specifically how your skills and experience match the job you are applying for. Remember, you are interpreting your resume, not repeating it. Try to support each statement you make with a piece of evidence. Use several shorter paragraphs or bullets rather than one large block of text. Final Paragraph: Conclude your cover letter by thanking the employer for considering you for the position. Include information on how you will follow-up. State that you will do so and indicate when (one week's time is typical). You may want to reduce the time between sending out your resume and follow up if you fax or e-mail it. Complimentary Close: Respectfully yours, Signature: Handwritten Signature (for a mailed letter) Typed Signature

Answer 3

Keep it short - the shorter the better, if you've already filled in a CV, they'll probably be to busy to bother reading your letter properly anyway, all they are really interested in is your CV. The people who are short-listing for interviews, don't usually see the covering letter anyway (unless it's a very small organisation of course!)
I'd put something like "I am applying for the position of ........., Please find enclosed CV as requested in the advert/phone calle/wherever you heard about the job.
Only add something if it is relevent and there was no where more suitable to include it in your CV.
Good Luck

Answer 4

As you can see from my attached resume I have been working in retail for the last few years. I saw your ad on Monster.com and think I would be a good fit for the job. I have been a customer for a number of years and would love to work for a company I admire.

Answer 5

I would attach your CV/ Resume, and in your letter, put something like...

"Dear Sir/ Madam,

I wish to apply fot he position of ....... Please find enclosed a copy of my CV.

I feel I would be well suited to his vancancy as .... (I have an interest in fashion/ I have previsouyl worked in a similar role/ etc) and I would like to work for a brand which I trust and admire.

I would be grateful if you could acknowledge your reciept of this letter.

Yours (Faithfully if you are putting Sir/ Madam/ etc, or Sincerely if you are putting someones name, eg 'Dear Mrs Smith')

..................